Investment Q&A

Q: I have some cash to deploy and I want to add to some small or half positions in the following 10 companies: MG, NFI, SIS, MX, SJ, PBH, ZCL, WSP, BCE, ENB. I would like to buy into some of these stocks today and some later, to spread the risk of the market's ups and downs. Which of these would you suggest I buy today, and which should can I hold off on? I am otherwise well diversified, so that is not an issue for how this cash is used.
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Q: I own MG and MTY in consumer cyclicals and contemplating adding another name among GIL, RCH, ZZZ or CTC.A. Please order them from best to worst as a solid complement to the two I already have, as part of an RRSP account with a 15+ years time frame. Please give a brief rationale and suggest another company if there is an obvious better choice. I note that the stock value of RCH is surprisingly stable on multi-year charts for a c. cyclical.

Q: Hi Guys, I'm looking to add several large cap stocks to my portfolio. Can you please name 5 which represent a good buy at this time.

Thanks

Dave

Q: At the present time

Can you give me the names of the 5 most beaten up / best value, blue chip dividend paying Canadian equities, with emphasis on safety of dividend.

Sectors are irrelevant.

Thanks

Ernie

Q: I want to re-balance my portfolio across sectors but I found that a few holdings can fit more than one sector for all practical purposes.

CCL.B is classified as materials, but can we also consider it as consumer goods given its labeling and container products directly serve the retail market? If so would that be c. cyclical or non-cyclical?

MG is classified as c. cyclical, but can we also consider it as industrial?

I have a hard time with FSV which is classified as financial, but to me consumer non-cyclical (recurrent residential residential/condo maintenance fees, property services) is a better fit.

Finally, how about MDA? Can it be considered either technology or telecommunications?

Thank you for validating the above, it will be useful to explore my options.

Q: What's a good replacement for CGX?

Thanks,
Robert

Q: This is my dilemma I already hold 32 stocks. I own the above stocks with full positions in SBUX and MG and 1/2 position in AMZN to make up the consumer discretionary portion of my portfolio for a goal of 10%. This currently makes up 8% of this sector. My question is do I add to AMZN for a full position or add another stock? I own most of the stocks in the balanced portfolio and if I would follow that TOY would be your choice if I add another stock(I think) or would you add something else to the mix if adding another stock makes sense. My $US/$CAD mix is pretty much in line with what I want so I could go either way on that option. Thanks for the opinion in advance.

Q: Hi 5i,
Any thoughts on how the revisions to the North America Free Trade Agreement may affect Magna International?

Q: Good morning...I have a balanced portfolio and have additional cash to deploy...I basically own more or less 5i covered stocks...currently out of ENB, ATD.B, New Flyer, SHOP, CSU..would you add to? Also OTEX which I am holding but currently down (18%) would you add at this point..

Another question...if you had additional funds what would you be adding to on your covered stocks...no worry of allocation...top 10 in order..

Thanks

Q: Hi 5i,

As of today, which stocks would you purchase with a full position in an RRSP to hold for 3-5 years?

Which stocks would you consider value stocks to purchase today for 1/2 to a full position in an RRSP?

Thank you for your excellent service and advice.

Cheers,

Jerry & Debbie

Q: Good morning. I currently own CGX, MG and BYD.un in the consumer cyclicals (in total represent about 9% of portfolio). I'm considering selling CGX but don't want to add any more to the other 2. Is there another dividend paying company in this sector you would prefer over CGX. Thanks

Q: Good Afternoon: Magna results looked quite strong on the surface, especially with a forecast revised upward for the future. And yet it is trading down nearly $2. Your comments on their earnings, forecast, price drop today and overall opinion on this company please. Thanks.

Q: In a market like this some stocks are unfairly punished and could be an opportunity please give an opinion which is a good deal.

Q: I own XTC, which is currently down 15% in my portfolio. I'm considering locking in a capital loss for tax purposes, then purchasing MG, which has shown a much better trend and better earnings results. Do you think locking in a loss in XTC (possibly to re-purchase after 30 days), and purchasing MG would be a reasonable move at this time?

Q: Please comment on the XTC results. Would you still hold it? I also have MG and LNR. equal weight, all represent 9% of my portfolio. Making money on all. Should I make any changes here? Looking for growth.
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Q: I noticed that Magna is losing ground today. Is there any reason for this? I wanted to buy some magna, but would it be wise to buy it at this time or wait for Nafta negotiations?
Thank you

Q: This may be 2 questions:
As part of balancing my TFSA which is Growth oriented, I am looking to add positions in the Industrial sector; how would you rank these? any other to suggestions?
Similarly, what would be you top 3 pics and rank for Consumer Cyclical sector
As always, Thanks for the insight.

Q: Hello, I have just read "Why It’s Almost Impossible to be a Passive Investor in Canada" by Ryan, very informative article. I realize that my portfolio is underweight in the industrials sector. Could you suggest 3 or 4 names in Canada and in the US respectively? I am looking for good mid or big cap companies with growing dividend if possible. This is for long term investment. Regards, Gervais

Q: Hi 5i,

My portfolio has: AD, POW, REI,SRU, PPL, ATD, MG, BCE, EMA and GUD.
In your opinion do I have exposure to all sectors with quality stocks? Which ones would you suggest to add or get rid of?

Thank you!

Q: I am currently holding Cineplex. Thinking of selling and replacing with Magna. Would this be advisable.
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