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Q: I have been looking but unable to find the names/tickers for US bank stock etfs. Would you please give me the names of the the large and mid caps etfs you recommend in US dollars?
Thank you. Cathy Further to my previous question re US bank stocks etfs, would you recommend buying them now?
Thanks, cathy
Read Answer Asked by Catherine on December 01, 2017
Q: I Would like to do some rebalancing. If you were to pick a stock in the financial sector for 4% of your total portfolio which stock would it be.? Also staying in the financial sector but looking for your suggestion for a stock with a bit more risk/reward. Looking for maybe a 20%+ growth target and this stock would be in TFSA and be 2% or less of total holdings. Not looking for ETFs at this time
Thank-you. Terry
Read Answer Asked by Terry on December 01, 2017
Q: GMP, which has been drifting lower on generally weak news and earnings has, for the past two days, been up significantly. I can't find any news either on their website or from the internet generally. Would appreciate any info you might have in this regard, as well as your current opinion and outlook for this company. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Donald on November 30, 2017
Q: I am trying to decide which of these financial companies to invest in. Which has the best growth outlook for the next one to two years? Or would recommend another company.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on November 30, 2017
Q: The tech meltdown hurt today, but the stocks which cost me the most weren't tech. Any idea why Visa and MasterCard were pummeled today? American Express was actually up on the day. And as long as we're on the subject, do you like the credit card companies?
Read Answer Asked by John on November 30, 2017
Q: Could you please give me your opinion on the etf's FNG and FINX. I am thinking of taking a half position in each. Do you prefer one over the other or do you think splitting between the two a good idea. I currently do not have any exposure to tech other than PHO and OTEX but with the huge gains in tech over the past year I am reluctant to stock pick at this time.
Read Answer Asked by Susan on November 29, 2017
Q: Two questions: I’ve recently intiated a half position in GSY and hold full positions in TD and BNS. I’m wondering what your take is on the implications for these companies as the new rules for mortgages takes effect Jan 1. Would it be prudent to scale back my bank holdings somewhat and increase my position in alternative lenders? Would you recommend a full position in GSY at this point as some borrowers may have to make a move away from the big banks? I accept GSY is riskier and the government could impact the alternative lending space with regulations.
A second related question, Cannacord is forcasting an 8% decline in mortgage lending for 2018. Your take on the impact for TD and BNS please.
Read Answer Asked by Warren on November 27, 2017
Q: Greetings. CBL, MKP, FC all pay a great dividend, but have lost Cap value over the past year or so. Forward trending does not indicate much value appreciation. Should I be concerned with this sector of altrenative lenders to the major banks. Sell or hold ? Other options to consider. ie some growth expectation and a reasonable div or say +4%
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Ed on November 24, 2017
Q: My portfolio is light in the financial sector (CXI) and and I was thinking of adding GS at about half position (25K) to my RRSP and/or cash account for at least a 5 year hold, likely much longer. Although the yield is very attractive, I would prefer more growth. I am about 5 years from retirement and will be fully funded from other sources. I have slightly above moderate risk tolerance. Please suggest 2-3 stocks from each Canada and US, and if possible provide a rating. Thanks.
Al
Read Answer Asked by Alvin on November 24, 2017
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