Investment Q&A

Q: What are your thoughts on buying into SNC and Air Canada on their lows?

Q: Good afternoon,

The technology portion of my portfolio has grown too large (about 37%) and I’m trying to figure out how to get it back to about 25%? My issue is that I’m interested in too many tech options (I.e., the ones that I own plus others I’d like to buy). I’m looking for suggestions on which I should sell, add to or replace by buying a better option. Some were initiated with half positions that went down and some full positions grew so the proportions all over the place. I have a long time horizon and many are held in a registered account (except SHOP and NVDA). I own: KXS (3.5%), CSU (3.8%), SHOP (2.7%), PHO (<1%), ZS (3.3%), TEAM (1%), NVDA (6.1%), AAPL (11%), MSFT (4.6%) and I’m interested in buying REAL, DOCU and GOOG. I’d like to own what are viewed as solid tech companies for future innovation and growth and I’m willing to add, remove or replace any of these companies.

I also need to add materials and REITs to my portfolio since I currently have no holdings in these. I’ll use my tech trimmings to add to these sectors. Suggestions of top companies for these two sectors would also be greatly appreciated.

Many thanks for all the great work and suggestions you provide,
Lisa

Q: Hi,
I would like to start a new position in L and CSB and increase my existing position to CCL. Defensive portion of my portfolio, long term hold. Would you endorse? Also, can you please comment on L current valuation. Thank you!

Q: I am not a active investor. I want to invest some money with a investment horizon of 10-15 years.
Can you suggest me 5 companies that should do good over the next 10-15 years

Q: This question is about diversification and percentage of stocks vs ETFs. In my overall portfolio (combined tfsa, rrsp, and non-registered), I have roughly 37% VFV/ZSP, and the rest fairly equally weighted across ENB, KXS, SHOP, VGH, AQN, BEP.UN/C, BIP.UN/C, BNS, CPX, GDI, NVDA, RY, TEAM, VGG, TRP, BAM.A. I'm in my mid 30s and have a long time frame, but would prefer to position for short term performance as much as possible. So, with some cash to allocate, can you please recommend a couple US and CAN stocks to add to this mix (or recommend just adding to what I hold)? Also, given your recent market update on covid vs sector performance, what would you do with the VFV/ZSP allocation? I am open to moving that allocation to stocks instead of an ETF, and am wondering if I should take that path, and how best to position there given the big tech names/top holdings in the ETFs, vs some holdings across sectors that are currently down. Thanks!

Q: I would like to increase my portfolio exposure to materials and industrials. When it comes to materials, I own NTR and was thing of adding a position in SJ. I am not entirely comfortable with this buy (concerns about slow growth), but I can't simply find a better alternative. What are buyable (quality + reasonable valuation) companies in the materials sector that you think are better than SJ? When it comes to industrials, I was think of starting long-term positions in EIF and CAE because of their recovery potential due to low valuation. Is there anything that you find concerning in these two?

Q: I am looking to potentially harvest some tax loss for future use and have the following questions:
BTE - if I sold BTE, what is a good proxy to park the money in with similar torque to improving sector fundamentals?
PTE - is there any hope for this or is it finally time for me to accept that it was a bad investment
Nobilis - I noticed it reappeared on the OTC as NRTSF but looks like the price and volumes are close to zero (or am I missing something?)....time to donate to my broker in exchange for a capital loss?

Thanks as always!!!

Scott

Q: I hold both CAE (TFSA) and RTX (RRSP) as my industrial exposure and am starting to feel that it is too much focus on aerospace. The delisting of RTX from the DOW raises more concerns and it has been disappointing. Do you think both need to be held? If one was to be let go which one would you choose? What are your current favorite industrials in both Canada and the US as potential replacements and why? Do not need funds anytime soon as federal defined benefits pension/retirement is still 25+ years away.

Thanks so much for the fantastic service!

Q: Could you provide your opinion on these companies? Are they a buy at current prices? Thanks.

Q: I would like to buy these 3 companies and like to have your opinion

Q: Hi 5i Team!
Based on your opinion back in Feb 2020, I have included growth names like KXS, REAL, DOO, QST, GSY and LSPD in my TFSA. Although these stocks were added prior Pandemic, all of them recovered except QST and I made over 5-7% already. Thanks for your valuable advise.
While in RRSP, I have ACB, CAE and LNR at 5% position, ENB at 20% position and CNQ over 60% position. I am down ~35% on average on these stocks. Is the correct thing to do is sell and balance out my RRSP portfolio or should I be waiting for recovery period for these down stocks. I would appreciate your counsel on this. I have ~25K room left on RRSP. Can you give me 5 names that you feel are good to have for next 3-5 years in. What companies would you suggest are the best positioned to take advantage of projected growth both US and Canadian.

Thanks for your help!

Q: What does the market expect from BNStomorrow? Thx

Q: The price gap between the two seems to vary from 2.50 to 3.50 in favour of BEPC.
Do you see that as a constant going forward as both move in lockstep or do you see any circumstances that would expand or contract the differential?
Thanks,

Terry

Q: HI There,

Input capital has a offer to purchase the company for $1.75 all cash, and they are hoping to close in October. Management is on board, offer give a good premium to book value. The stock is trading at roughly $1.55. Would you feel there is a good opportunity to purchase and hold for the lift?

Q: Can I get your opinion on the earnings results of Andlauer Healthcare, Exchange Income and Jamieson Wellness?

Thanks.

John

Q: if we go with a thesis of recovery from Covid19 effects and benefits to beaten-down companies that deliver an 'experience' such as airlines and restaurants, would Transat be at a good entry point?
My ideas and questions:
1. Could Transat survive on it's own without a buyout or merger?
2. I can't see the government having any appetite to nationalize airlines so they either have to bail them out or let them merge. Either way Transat should benefit as long as it stays in business!
3. how much is Transat insulated from any rise in oil/fuel prices from an economic recovery? What is their hedge strategy?
4. did Transat delay the merger, did Air Canada? or did the government?

Thanks

Q: Is this a good way to play a speculative play on bitcoin? Does this trade on TSX in USD? Would I have to use my USD account in my TFSA? Lastly, what us current premium or discount to NAV?

Q: Hi - How are earnings in 2020 for CN? It has been reaching new highs and I was wondering what was lifting the stock higher and if it was temporary in nature.

Q: I'm interested to hear your feedback about the growth potential (and risk) of the renewable energy theme. What stocks would you recommend, and for how long of a hold?
TIA!

Q: I just started a new portfolio few months ago targeting for 1 to 2 years, brought Air Canada @ $21 with 2/3 of the funds , and LSPD @ $35 with 1/3 of the funds.
The reason I brought them because the tradition of fundamental concept keep telling me of the book value for AC is near 1, which should be more safe. The book value of LSPD is 7 which is high risk, therefore I divided portion due to the risk. Do you think my concept is out dated, perhaps I should change my mind to adjust my portions?
However, I am so upset for the performance of Air Canada. Should I sold half of the AC to buy other stock instead, any suggestion is welcome. I don't mind to keep for 3 years, but just worry that I may missed out the opportunities cost.

Many thanks.