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Q: Taro just reported yesterday. Can you tell me why you think the stock is down today. Should I be concerned about political risk in Israel?
Read Answer Asked by Cheryl on February 12, 2015
Q: Since the major banks are in s&p 500 is there a point to hold both Zue and Zub
Read Answer Asked by jason on February 12, 2015
Q: I made an error and have both Ford and GM in an RSP. I would like to sell one or both to free up some US cash. Each would incur a small loss.

Which one of Ford or GM would you sell? Perhaps both? In the alternate would you simply reduce each one and keep some of each? (The only other industry exposure I have is a small position in Martinrea)
Read Answer Asked by Adam on February 11, 2015
Q: Good morning,

I read an article in the Toronto Star this morning regarding the expected strong growth in robotics (manufacturing etc.) over the next 10 years .Quoting the article, growth quadrupling by year 2025.

Can you please provide two or three of your best ideas in this space from a best risk/reward perspective(either US or Canadian) that would stand to profit the most if these projections come close to fruition.

Thanks
Tom
Read Answer Asked by Thomas on February 11, 2015
Q: What are your 3 top etfs that follow s&p 500 and top 3 that follow American banks
Read Answer Asked by jason on February 11, 2015
Q: You have not commented on this stock since Oct.28. It has continued to climb and is now over 5% of our portfolio. Would you recommend selling a portion now or riding it further?

Barb
Read Answer Asked by Barbara on February 10, 2015
Q: I am looking for some beaten down oil co for my US portfolio and I understand the sector may be volatile for a while but I am looking for some growth and excitement. I am open to any other sector if you think this may not be the right one. I do hold FEZ,IWO,QQQ,VIG,BRK.B and SLW.
Regarding SLW with US thinking of raising intereset rates wouldn't that be a headwind for gold and silver and with the US $ getting stronger are these ETF's ok to hold for the next 2-3years? Your opinion please.
Read Answer Asked by Irshad on February 10, 2015
Q: I am thinking of adding one of these vanguard etfs (VGH or VGG) to my RRSP portfolio
for a medium to long term hold. Is there any parameters to choose between the two:( VGH is hedged and VGG is not.)

I would like your opinion as to which one you would choose- with the Canadian Dollar hovering around 80 cents US

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Baboo on February 10, 2015
Q: I own Gilead and Celgene already , and am considering Medivation or BDSI ...
Am I in a high risk sector , or is this the space where growth is most likely . Any thoughts you might have would be appreciated .
Read Answer Asked by Thomas on February 10, 2015
Q: I would like to have your opinion about this pharmaceutical company that has just launched an inhaled form of insulin.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Arnella on February 10, 2015
Q: Hello Folks:
Even with the down-slide, we have have done pretty well with our hefty position in Gilead Sciences (20%). With their future profitability reduced somewhat by competitors,
would you stick with them or perhaps look for another name in U.S. health care sector or perhaps you could recommend an ETF. We are happy to continue with Gilead if you think best.
Thanks for your great service
brian
Read Answer Asked by Brian on February 09, 2015
Q: Hello, am considering a couple of US listed socks, one of which is NXPI which has done well the past year. Is it too late to get in? The other is CNV, an e-commerce company which Barron's in January reported is given an overweight recommendation by Morgan Stanley. Feel free to treat as two questions. Thanks to all at 5i for the tremendous service. Bill
Read Answer Asked by Bill on February 09, 2015
Q: Hello,

I have a question in two parts. I know it's hard (if not impossible) to predict where the price of oil (and as a result our dollar) is going in the short term. Having said that it seems that oil has been stabilized some what and a drop to 30$ (for any long time) in not likely. With that in mind:
1. Is it still worth it exchanging C$ to $US at current prices to buy US equities? and if yes which ones for a 2+ years hold on a non registered account.

2. Some energy stocks doubled since lows in December. Are there any that you would pick today (that even if oils goes down for a couple of months) will not go broke and have the best chance to multiply.

Thank you
M
Read Answer Asked by Marios on February 09, 2015
Q: Hi,
After the recent miss on earnings, do u think I should continue to hold and wait for better days given 6% annual growth in China? I am about 12% under water and have a substantial holding, about 15% of portfolio. I know some are suggesting shorting it which worries me.
Read Answer Asked by tara on February 09, 2015
Q: Does this look like a buying opportunity for this co.?
Are there any other car suppliers that might complement this co or stand on their own.
Many thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Helen on February 09, 2015
Q: Hi team. Thanks to your guidance and the present market, I have been able to shave a few of my equities, that are from your PFs, and am ready to purchase more U.S. I am thinking of this ETF. I understand you prefer unhedged. I have Canadian $ which I suppose I can convert. But having read answers on these ETFs am still confused. Which of the 2 is preferable? Is it best to convert my Can $ to US $ and then buy? (which one of the 2?) Or is that a waste of time and should I purchase with Canadian $ ?(again which one?) I am sorry for the confusion. Thank you as always for your sage advice.
Read Answer Asked by El-ann on February 09, 2015
Q: The question about CXI and reporting got me to checking my portfolios. Do I have to fill in Form 1135 for ETFs based on the S&P 500, like VFV and XSP, which trade on the TSX? What about EWWS and EWU which trade on an American Exchange?
Read Answer Asked by Roland on February 09, 2015
Q: I hold VTV.US...it is a vanguard value ETF. It has done very well by me...any thoughts on VTV? Any other US ETFs you might suggest I look at.
Read Answer Asked by John on February 09, 2015
Q: Shire has offered me $46US per share. Would you recommend sell or hold? My position is small.
Sorry to ask something outside your specified scope but, as an inexperienced investor, an advice is very welcome.
Read Answer Asked by Ron on February 09, 2015
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