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Q: Two related questions. I purchased SLF several months ago as a hedge against inflation. Since then, the stock has done nothing but decline and I am now down 12%. Please explain why it is performing so poorly now and provide thoughts on how it could potentially be impacted by a recession. Still with finance, would GSY (despite its smaller size) have generally the same economic drivers as the Big Five banks? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Maureen on May 02, 2022
Q: I am looking closely at purchasing this stock. I usually buy my allocated amount ( 2.5 % ) in one lump sum but think your suggestion of partial purchases makes sense in this volatile and generally declining market. Should I wait until their annual meeting of May 12 as there could be some surprises or a pessimistic view from management ? Thanks Derek
Read Answer Asked by Derek on May 02, 2022
Q: What is your opinion of the Canadian banks at this time . I currently own XEB in the open, RRIF and TFSA- approximately 20% of my entire holdings.
I'm considering buying one the banks in my open account for income and average growth, but not sure which one. I would appreciate your recommendation.
thanks


Doug
Read Answer Asked by James Douglas on April 28, 2022
Q: My portfolio is significantly over-weight tech and currently paying the price. Semi's (AMD, NVDA, SMH) had propped me up but not anymore. That's the bad news, good news is i have a sizable portion of cash to deploy. Over the next few months, where would you suggest deploying new cash? Which stocks, etf's, or sectors have been unjustly hit the hardest?
The rest of my portfolio is anchored by XIU, BAM, BIP, ENB, CNQ, etc.
Read Answer Asked by Rob on April 27, 2022
Q: Would these type of companies do well in a higher interest rate environment or would they suffer? Because these Co's are both higher risk income stocks, is it better to diversify having both or not? Currently I hold a half position in FSZ, and am contemplating buying FC. What do you think a good entry point would be? Thank so much!
Read Answer Asked by Pat on April 27, 2022
Q: How much business exposure does RY have to China? How does this compare to BNS and CM when viewed as a percentage of company overall operations?
Read Answer Asked by Richard on April 25, 2022
Q: Hello 5I,
I recently bought $GSY on your recommendation as I thought it was a good fit for my portfolio. I then came across some comments it was a predatory lender.. I wondered is this accurate or just a disgruntled ex-employee or customer? I know they deal with less qualified borrowers and get paid more for that risk but is it not a necessary service that is policed by the government?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Tyler on April 25, 2022
Q: Hello 5i Team,

With the continued decline of stocks related to the semi-conductor industry (e.g. materials, fabrication, testing), is now a good time to buy for a 3+ year hold? Or should I wait for prices to settle?

Either way, could you please recommend 3 stocks for me to consider (not including NVDA, which I already own) and include a brief comment explaining each choice.

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Keith on April 25, 2022
Q: Hi Peter, I have 300 shares of CM in a margin account and 20 in my TFSA since they are splitting I thought it would be a good idea to transfer some (what I can contribute) into my TFSA, 1. Your thought on that and 2. Is there a way to do this rather than selling them in one and buying them back in the other and when is it better, before or after the split. Please take as many credits for this question as needed. Thanks for your valued opinion. Nick
Read Answer Asked by Nick on April 21, 2022
Q: X's recent quarter showed exemplary revenue growth, but in the new environment of higher investment capital costs, what is the argument for thinking that growth on this scale (15% YoY) can continue? Put another way, has X become overbought relative to the growth potential of its recurring, rate-independent revenue streams?
Read Answer Asked by John on April 19, 2022
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