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Q: If you hold the view that in general, world economies are slowly improving, would now be the time to buy into the consumer/discretionary spending area, which I assume have been beat up in the last few years. Are there ETFs that cover this specific space? Would an ETF be the best way to go?

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on September 16, 2013
Q: Hi Peter & Team,

Majic Formula Investing screener is picking up WTW in the US as a value pick. What do you think about this company in general and the Majic Formula Investing method of stock picking. They claim to have yielded good results over a long time frame but their holding period is one year
Read Answer Asked by Imtiaz on September 15, 2013
Q: The US portion of my portfolio consists of CSCO, MCD, UTX, BHP and AAPL (a little bit heavy on the Tech side because of no exposure on the Canadian technology front). I took some profits and trimmed my exposure to CSCO and MCD after nice run-ups and am looking to use the proceeds to further diversify. I'm thinking perhaps a US financial (and really a play on Consumer Discretionary spending) like AXP or a Medical Supplies company like BDX. Or does something else jump out at you as being a nice complement to what I own? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Randy on September 13, 2013
Q: Good morning all.
I just heard of this quite new(mid 2011)fund TLF.UN and am wondering what sort of option this fund would be for following the tech sector in the US via the TSX. A Brompton Fund at (http://www.bromptongroup.com/funds/fund/tlf/overview) it pays a nice distribution and has a mgmt fee of 0.75 but I expect the MER is higher. It looks like it is holding 16 positions and is fairly active writing covered calls to boost returns. Does 5i have any knowledge of, insights on or opinions about this fund and would something like QQQX or other be a better vehicle for following the US tech sector? TLF is small and probably not that liquid.
Thank you again for your wonderful service and support!
Read Answer Asked by Brian on September 13, 2013
Q: Hi 5I Team
I am interested in purchasing Unilever (UL) would this be a good but at this time?
Read Answer Asked by John on September 12, 2013
Q: What are your thoughts with Nokia going forward? Recently RBC and others have upgraded the shares since Microsoft purchased their handset division.
Read Answer Asked by mike on September 12, 2013
Q: I would like a current update on DDD 3 D printing and a comprehensive report if possible Also please explain your comment in the January 19 question response "The short position is 25% of float so if earnings continue to be strong shot covering will also boost stock?
Read Answer Asked by Giles on September 11, 2013
Q: Dear Peter and Staff,

Bank of America is being taken off the Dow; would you please give me your opinion of what might happen to the stock price. Should I hang on or take my gain and move along?
Many thanks, a day doesn't go by without my reading your questions/answers etc. Your service has been a tremendous help.
Many thanks, Catharine
Read Answer Asked by Catharine on September 10, 2013
Q: Hi Peter and Team,

What are your thoughts on Arcam AB, AMAVF on the pink sheets. I dont think they trade in Canada. They are an additive manufacturing company. i am thinking about going in for the long term, but i would like to know if current prices make sense based on their financials and growth prospects.
Read Answer Asked by Graham on September 09, 2013
Q: Please comment on investments in shipping companies ( in particular DSX) and where you see the Baltic Index going short and medium term.

Thank You!
Read Answer Asked by Terry on September 07, 2013
Q: I purchased Peabody BTU 2 years ago on favourable outlook for coal prior to the natural gas fracking bonanza.
What is your opinion on coal stock prices in the short and medium term?
Read Answer Asked by Terry on September 07, 2013
Q: LPX,NYSE-would you recommend this stock or would you have a better choice. I have cash in my USD portfolio I would like to deploy.
Read Answer Asked by James on September 05, 2013
Q: SSW on NYSE: would you buy this stock at current prices. It is up a fair bit over the last few years already. Decent dividend with low payout-shipping-improves as US and global economy gets going?
Read Answer Asked by James on September 05, 2013
Q: HI 5i Team:
Just became introduced to this fascinating company SSYS-Q. Would you see purchasing stock in this company as investing or gambling. Never miss a day reading Q&A section.
thanks. Lorraine
Read Answer Asked by Dr Lorraine on September 05, 2013
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