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Q: Hi 5i Team - Could you suggest a few cyber security stocks, Canadian and U.S., including established companies that are profitable as well as two or three newer ones that show some promise but may or may not be profitable yet. Any market cap is fine. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Rob on August 02, 2023
Q: On or about July 22 Inmode and ISRG had quite a tumble. I added to ISRG and bought Inmode. They are not participating with this rally. They are still at the lows on the date recently mentioned. You know more about these 2 stocks than I do. Is there any reason no one seems to be interested in them? Thank you again,
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on August 01, 2023
Q: Can you please help me with calculating NextEra Energy’s payout ratio. I have been using the annual dividend per share divided by the adjusted EPS. So for 2023, I expect it to be between 60% and 63%, as they expect adjusted earnings to be in the $2.98 to $3.13 range. And they are paying $0.4675 per quarter or $1.87 annually. If I use EPS before adjustments, the payout ratio jumps, and if I use cashflow from operations it drops. Is adjusted EPS the best number to be using? I keep reading that NEE has a conservative payout ratio, would you agree? Thanks for your help.
Read Answer Asked by Kim on August 01, 2023
Q: We hear a lot about which companies might do well with AI, but we don't hear much about who does not. Surely there must be losers, perhaps companies that currently offer services that will be turned over to cheaper bots as AI progresses through the economic system? Your thoughts are appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by Alex on August 01, 2023
Q: Any update on this one? I see 5 analysts all with strong buy and a $17 USD price target, representing pretty good upside. I've owned it long enough to be down 36% and while I like it, there does seem to be a lot of other fish in the proverbial sea these days where my $ might be better.

If I hold, how much longer do I give them?
Read Answer Asked by Cameron on July 31, 2023
Q: Hi there,

ELA Envela Corp looks very interesting company. Can I please get your opinion on the company/stock and if you'd rate it a buy or sell?

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Michael on July 31, 2023
Q: Hello,

There hasn't been a question on this company since 2021 - can I get your updated opinion of it? They just reported earnings this week and beat EPS estimates.

For a portfolio light on industrials, would you recommend it? If not, can you list a few industrials that you consider better - US or CDN.

Thank you,
Read Answer Asked by Doris on July 31, 2023
Q: I am wondering what your thoughts are on the new IPO Oddity technology. This AI company that is direct to consumer make up and skin care products is trying to disrupt beauty. I am wondering what your thoughts are on Oddity and if you still like ULTA and/or Estee Lauder. Do you feel a company like Oddity can have a significant impact on sales and what is your rating (sell, buy, hold) for EL, ULTA and ODD? Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Neil on July 31, 2023
Q: Good Evening 5i Crew,
I bought 100 shares of Nvidia about 18 months ago and I am up 95%. I strongly believe in the capabilities of this company and the part it will play in technology over the next 5-10 years. However the noise around valuation is getting pretty loud. Do you suggest selling 50% (getting my original investment out) of the shares and play with the house money? I have a 5-10 year horizon
With thanks for your opinion
Read Answer Asked by JORDAN on July 31, 2023
Q: Good day 5i,

I currently hold positions in 5 semi-conductor companies: Nvidia, ASML, AMD, Taiwan Semi and Axcelis. I'd like to concentrate the positions in order to make the remaining positions more meaningful. However, I like all of these companies and feel they all have great growth ahead. If you were to concentrate this group, which would you sell? With those funds, in what order would you add to the others? Or would you keep all of them?

Growth-oriented investor, comfortable with volatility.

Thank you for your insights,
Read Answer Asked by Doris on July 30, 2023
Q: Hello 5i,

We currently have 1% positions in AXON, CROX, LNTH, TGLS, and INMD. All are up 5%-60% currently. We are considering adding 1% positions in WIRE, BOOT, AMCR & 2% in IJH.
We are in the 63-65 age range and do not required the funds for 5-10 years. Do you have any concerns or comments on this strategy?
Thank you for your help.
D&J
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on July 30, 2023
Q: I am interested in companies that might benefit from an Amtrak vacation boom.
I am open to any and all ideas.
And do you think this is a reasonable investment theory.
Read Answer Asked by Kyle on July 30, 2023
Q: These positions are getting large in my portfolio (7% or a little higher). I don't mind letting runners run, but do you see any that you would recommend trimming because of insecurity regarding the future of the position? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Kim on July 30, 2023