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Q: Hi,
My question is about AT&T (T:US). I know you don't focus in depth on US companies. Do you have any general comments on AT&T's share price slide this year and if the fundamentals have changed in a material way? I understand the merger with Time Warner was delayed a bit but both parties have agreed to extend the deadline. Are there any major regulatory roadblocks you see? Do you think T still has potential going forward as an income holding?
Many thanks, Michael
Read Answer Asked by Michael on October 26, 2017
Q: I have some US cash to invest and would like your thoughts on DQ and AMD. I realize that DQ is pretty far afield but if you happen to know it I would appreciate your comments. AMD is getting hit today, any thoughts on earnings and the price reaction?

Thank-you, once again.
Read Answer Asked by Alex on October 26, 2017
Q: Hello Peter and Team,
The article;Filling in Portfolio Gaps for a Canadian Fund Investor by Ryan Modesto makes the point that passive investing in the TSX 60 ETF is not proper diversification.

The 5i Balanced Equity Portfolio is actively managed with a strategy to offer a balanced diversified approach to sector, style, market capitalization and does not aim to mirror a broad index (BE Portfolio holds 15.62% in technologies and 2.41% in healthcare).

1. An investor with risk tolerance comfortable for the BE and a time frame of over 10 years would it be advisable to add two or three positions like ZQQ (US Technology sector exposure), ZUH (US Healthcare sector) and or ROBO (robotics and artificial intelligence)?

2. Would you consider these ETF not in line with the BE strategy and would create over diversification and or not to be in risk tolerance of the BE portfolio?

Thank for the great no conflict service that you provide, Ronald


Read Answer Asked by Ronald on October 26, 2017
Q: Peter and His Wonder Team
GE... the giant has stumbled. A large 3rd Q. miss, a possible dividend cut and continued reorganization... So with all that uncertainty the stock is hitting new lows. I also presume tax loss selling may increase after the CEO provides his vision for the company on Nov.13th. So do you think it is possible that this stock may fall another 20% before it hits bottom? Better to hold or bail now because it looks like a long rough road!
Thanks for your great insights which are always of value to us little guys!
Dr.Ernest Rivait
Read Answer Asked by Ernest on October 26, 2017
Q: Good morning,
Been looking at a weekly report at RBC on this industry and read this morning that payments world wide where 85% cash and cheque 10 years ago. Today 83% cash and cheque they estimate 7T$ opportunity for growth!?
There is a long list of players sharing the business.
What is your take on it and could you provide 2 of your favorites (each)in the US and Canada.
Thanks again for making your special skills available thru this channel.
Read Answer Asked by Denis on October 25, 2017