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Q: Bought BAD a few months back as a recovery play and have done ok however recent results cause me to question the growth prospects. Should I continue to hold or sell and add to my existing positions in SIS, NFI, QSR and MG. All good recovery plays in my opinion.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Bruce on March 15, 2021
Q: Of the companies listed, which one would you start a new half position in today for a potential 5 plus year hold in a balanced portfolio. And would any in particular benefit from reopening? I understand that I would need to keep on eye on the cyclicals with a view to exiting if needed.
Read Answer Asked by Robert on March 15, 2021
Q: I have half positions in the above equities. Would you add to any or all of them? In what order would you add to them?
Read Answer Asked by David on March 15, 2021
Q: It looks like 5I likes Brookfield Renewable and since 2012 the stock has been fairly steady. There has been a nice price pullback (for those not already owning stock) but a few numbers in the annual reports are confusing. Specifically Net income (loss) attributable to Unitholders has been very low or negative for a few years.

Any thoughts on this Net Income comment and overall you current thoughts based on the price pullback?
Read Answer Asked by Dave on March 15, 2021
Q: A general comment in response to the flurry of questions pursuant to XBC's recent declines. I, too, have taken a paper hit on XBC (down by half). But I went in knowing the risks and am playing the long game. This could turn out badly, or not. But it is part of a well-diversified portfolio, so the one hit is tolerable.

I'd like to remind fellow members all stocks have risks, and 5i to its credit has been consistent about potential risks of XBC and the view that it is a longer-term hold. Below are quotes pulled from 5i's December 21, 2020 Review (Report), followed by answers to some recent questions from members.

REPORT

"Xebec has customer concentration risks with five main customers accounting for ~40% of Xebec’s total revenue."

"...XBC faces risks associated with volatility of oil and natural gas prices as many of Xebec’s customers rely on the sale of natural gas."

"While the stock can see severe volatility in any short-term period, we think XBC is a name in the renewable energy space that has the potential to reward patient investors over the long-run."

"B+. Fundamentally strong. ... Good for the long-term, but some risks exist."


ANSWERS

Feb. 11, 2021 to Garth: "We like XBC's prospects and growth. It is still quite high risk and the higher valuation today adds more."

Feb. 1 to Ilie: "We think XBC has room to run from here, but we would take a long term approach."

Jan. 26 to Warren's question in which he states he's looking for growth and has high risk tolerance: "We would consider ... XBC..."

Jan. 21 to Kay:
"...would be fine buying XBC today with a long term view."

PS: I'm a paying member as everyone else and have no relationship whatsoever with the company or any of its owners or staff.
Read Answer Asked by Marc on March 15, 2021
Q: Hi Peter, Ryan, and Team,

Sorry for yet another question about Xebec. I realize that stocks in the growth portfolio are by nature quite volatile, and since this holding is in a TFSA, and XBC closed today (Friday) with a loss in the account of 36.6%, we're wondering (based on your long experience in bull and bear markets or when a particular stock runs into difficulties), what kind of timeline we 'could' expect to recoup this loss.. We're aware that the 'green' sector, of which Xebec is a key player, stands to benefit from environmental initiatives and programs from different governments, including our Canadian regime, and the Biden administration, among others. However, since Xebec's problems appear to be somewhat company related, what advice can you offer? I should add that we both are fortunate to have defined-benefit pensions, and don't need the TFSA funds, but it's certainly gut-wrenching to see such a loss in one day! Your guidance is always greatly valued.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on March 13, 2021
Q: Hello 5i team,
On the 5i website, for EIF's company description, it says that they focus on 2 sectors namely aerospace/aviation services and equipment/manufacturing.

As the pandemic wanes, will this company's fortunes improve or is this already factored into the share price(since the share price is close to an all time high)?

Is equipment and manufacturing still in the aerospace/aviation sector, or is it generally in sectors entirely different?

Thank You,
Andrew

Read Answer Asked by Andrew on March 12, 2021
Q: Friday morning 9:40am and XBC is down heavy based on pre-announcement of sales decline. XBC has been touted as one of 5i's top growth stocks. But things happen. In earlier question today you replied that you would have to do more work on this. How and when will this new information be passed along? How do you now rate the stock? Is this a one time incident that will be overcome or does this significantly change your view?
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