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Q: I struggle with the whole concept of "green".
The whole thing is driven by politics, not market forces.(making "dirty" fuels artificially expensive so that subsidized "green" energy can compete).
Here is my question: Yes, there are strong ideologies pushing this, but unless "we" adopt socialist command economy wholesale, market forces must eventually prevail?
"Green stocks/ ETFs are up, but buying them seems to me betting on a lame horse.
Would appreciate your take on this, and also if holding BAM.A could be considered a compromise. They seem to be gung- ho for "green" investments. Am also looking at PBW, but don't like the price.
My interest in this subject is limited yo next ~5 years.
Thank you
jerry
Read Answer Asked by jery on December 17, 2021
Q: Given recent corrections, which ETFs (both Canada and US) are worth watching/stepping into to take advantage of the sales.
Read Answer Asked by Hua on December 16, 2021
Q: Hello,

In reply to Berry's question to drip or reinvest dividends back into ETF's or stocks.
You have to advice BMO investorline to reinvest dividends. It is not automatic.
PS, they only drip full shares.
Hope this helps
Read Answer Asked by Rino on December 16, 2021
Q: You provided an answer to a recent question for worthwhile Global Equity MF & ETF.
The examples you provided were Canadian listed - thanks - now - could you provide 3 each of American Listed Global Equity MF & ETF that are in your opinion worthwhile investments. They will be in my RRSP account. I currently have CIF843 there but am interested in possibly better options.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Reg on December 15, 2021
Q: What is the best European stock index and best/lowest cost ETF for that index? I think larger caps may be better for stability, like the TSX60. I have no investments outside of North America. Would it be better to buy a more Global index ETF, that is ex-North America vs just Europe?
Thanks!!
Grant
Read Answer Asked by Grant on December 15, 2021
Q: Thanks for your comprehensive answer to my question on fixed income. Just a further clarification. I have often wondered about the usefulness of preferred shares. It seems to me that they are just as vulnerable as stocks, so why have them rather than stocks? I know that you get paid first if the company goes under. But I am not sure that is a big consideration in most cases.

Secondly, i wonder if you might suggest some symbols that correspond to such an arrangement for fixed income.
Thanks for the excellent service
Read Answer Asked by joseph on December 15, 2021
Q: my largest holdings are Goeasy, Home Capital, Topicus, Magna, Nuvei and some smaller amounts in Gold & Energy Stocks in my RIFF, TFSA & non registered account.

I would like to add to my Non registered account some stocks as I don't own any US Big FAANGS stocks & some Canadian or US financials.

Question : At the moment, Would you advise me to Buy the ETF Evolve FANGMA TECH.TO &/or the new Evolve MESH.TO Metaverse ETF or others suggestions. Also Any Financials stocks or ETFs. Please includes taxes implications for the 2 ETFs mentioned above or any.

Thank You for your great ideas & Happy Holidays.

Read Answer Asked by Michel on December 15, 2021
Q: I have been working on updates to the growth portion of my portfolio. On the other side, I need to add a significant value component which I find much harder to do. I seacrhed for value ETFs and found VTV and XCV. Can you comment on these and could please suggest/recommend alternatives? Thanks again.
Read Answer Asked by Danny-boy on December 15, 2021
Q: Hi, I have owned Intel for many years but lately it has been a disappointment, I sold half my position last year and purchased AMD which has done well. What's your advice, should I sell INTC and purchase SOXX or NVDA or continue to hold it, looking for the best growth prospects.

Thx
Read Answer Asked by Kim on December 14, 2021
Q: hello
can you recommend what types of bonds should be held in a rising rate environment and can your recommend some ETFs?
thanks
Read Answer Asked by Mary on December 14, 2021
Q: I have CIF 843 in my RRSP - it comprises 8% of the RRSP. What is your opinion of it's performance & costs. Also- could you provide 3 or 4 alternates each of both Mutual Funds and ETF, in the same asset class.
Read Answer Asked by Reg on December 14, 2021
Q: I need to shore up my accounts with some fixed income (low risk) positions. All indications are that interest rates are likely to rise, which makes me nervous to hold bonds or bond funds. I am not sure where to turn - maybe Bond ETF's? I don't want to micromanage a specific bond portfolio either. Do you have any advice on the best approach? I am still 10-15 years from "retirement" (whatever that means), so my investment horizon is still pretty long term.

Thanks in advance
Read Answer Asked by Don on December 13, 2021
Q: Hi,

I'm looking for 2 or 3 broad based ETFs that track the CDN TSX closely, and two or three ETFs that track the US broad market closely, for a 'couch potato' strategy.
Read Answer Asked by Graeme on December 13, 2021
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