Q: Hi Peter and Team, Ken asked about GIC's for a not-for-profit. He may be able to get a higher rate using a simple savings account at Tangerine Bank since they have some "specials" that expire at the end of the year. Different clients receive different rates; my wife is getting 3%, and I'm getting 2.5%. I've also found that they'll "match" an offer from a competitor if you call them. These rates may be higher than GICs.
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Q: RAI apparently is entertaining a buyout from BAT. Should I sell into the current price or hold for a better offer? I bought RAI for the U$ dividend but I would sell if I thought the bid would fail.
Q: Can you tell me what you think of a portfolio I am considering putting together consisting of some 5i all stars. Your thoughts on how this may compare to the BE portfolio performance, volatility, Saftey. Equal weights would be purchased. Sis, Syz, Zcl, toy, Pbh, Sh, Tnc, Esl, adw, Kxs, Gud, Rrx, Wcp, Cxi, Csu, Pli, xtc, Crh, sgy, Otc, Dbo, SJ. And a bank of you choice. Would you make any changes? If you don't think this would outperform then it will be the BE portfolio.
Q: I own a number of DRIP with SPP companies in a registered plan through a discount broker. How do I participate in the individual company's SPP plan? As it stands now the discount broker only reinvest full shares. Is this something I can only do owning shares directly with the company through a non-registered plan?
Thanks for the great service!
Thanks for the great service!
Q: Would you please explain what is a "sell-side" vs. a "buy-side" analyst, and why they are considered to be so different?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Q: When does tax loss selling start and end this year? Also what are the stocks that are most likely to be hit? The other part to my question is which, if any, of the tax loss selloffs would be worthy of acquiring?
thanks so much for the service you offer! I'll be a lifelong member!
thanks so much for the service you offer! I'll be a lifelong member!
Q: I would like to increase my portfolio exposure to Consumer Discretionary and Consumer Staples. What would be your favorite stocks in these 2 categories. Thanks
Glen
Glen
Q: PEG(PEGI:US) pays 7%,which "100% of distribution is characterized as non-taxable Return of Capital" which account is best to hold RRSP, TFSC or regular taxable account. Maybe you can explain why hold it at all , if I am only getting my own money back?
Thanks...Cec
Thanks...Cec
Q: Looking for your recommendation on leveraging 1 or 2 oil plays for 6 mos. to 1yr. My choices at present are SGY, BTE, CJ & BIR.
However, as this is not for long term, you may have other choices based on current debt & overall financial condition.
Thank you.
However, as this is not for long term, you may have other choices based on current debt & overall financial condition.
Thank you.
Q: I am a volunteer helping to invest funds conservatively for a not for profit. What GICs would you recommend that combine safety and return? Period to hold is about 18 months but we want cashable GICs. Thanks.
Q: Why would FP report the TSX is up 155.73pts.
Globe & Mail reports TSX up 92.12pts, as does i-Trade.
Yahoo has TSX up 90.77pts.
Thank you.
HD
Globe & Mail reports TSX up 92.12pts, as does i-Trade.
Yahoo has TSX up 90.77pts.
Thank you.
HD
Q: Just thinking ahead about profit taking on some of this years winners during end of year down market days coupled with tax loss selling etc. What 5 growth stocks like SIS or ZCL would you put on your hot list to but or add to?
Thanks
David
Thanks
David
Q: Is the following scenario possible?
Let's say there is a stock traded on an exchange and the shares are worth about $1 per share. At a particular time, Buyer A wants to buy 100 shares and puts in a market order for 100 shares. At the same time, Seller X has 100 shares but he puts in his sell order at a price of $500 per share.
Would this trade take place? Could this happen on the TSX? If so, would you recommend that a dollar limit should be placed on all orders?
Let's say there is a stock traded on an exchange and the shares are worth about $1 per share. At a particular time, Buyer A wants to buy 100 shares and puts in a market order for 100 shares. At the same time, Seller X has 100 shares but he puts in his sell order at a price of $500 per share.
Would this trade take place? Could this happen on the TSX? If so, would you recommend that a dollar limit should be placed on all orders?
Q: Good day 5i!
I am looking for a high quality ETF in regards to renewable energy. I considered XEN but see that there are several oil companies listed and I am already heavy oil/gas.
I am looking at PDB as a global ETF with most of its coverage being the US and 5%CDN. I wanted an ETF with more Canadian coverage but can't seem to locate any.
Any suggestions? Do you think there will be big global growth in renewables over next ten years? Which ETF would you suggest to capture growth in this area?
Thanks again for your valuable service!
I am looking for a high quality ETF in regards to renewable energy. I considered XEN but see that there are several oil companies listed and I am already heavy oil/gas.
I am looking at PDB as a global ETF with most of its coverage being the US and 5%CDN. I wanted an ETF with more Canadian coverage but can't seem to locate any.
Any suggestions? Do you think there will be big global growth in renewables over next ten years? Which ETF would you suggest to capture growth in this area?
Thanks again for your valuable service!
Q: How does fall in GBP effect Magna International. It looks like Europe sales are increasing quarter over quarter.. will upcoming quarter hurt the numbers because of fall in GBP? Even though they're hedging? First 2 Quarters - average of 1.42-43.. 3rd Quarter looks to be below 1.3. Or will it be delayed?
Q: I have a small position (about 2%) in a LIRA account of Bissett Cdn Small Bond fund (TML1013) which is 8% under water. Would you recommend selling and if so what to replace it with?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Q: What would be your top 3 REITs, Dividend stocks and Growth stocks going forward for the next year (considering small, mid and large cap stocks)?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Q: I have had the following Sprott funds in a LIRA account for a few years, total ~$50k in a well diversified portfolio:
Sprott Cdn Equity 40% loss
Sprott Gold & Precious Minerals 30% loss
Sprott Small Cap small loss
Would you recommend selling at a loss or hang on "hoping" they will recover.
Sprott Cdn Equity 40% loss
Sprott Gold & Precious Minerals 30% loss
Sprott Small Cap small loss
Would you recommend selling at a loss or hang on "hoping" they will recover.
Q: TD reported today that long positions are increasing in oil stocks.
I don't have any.Witch one of yours would be a good value at their prices today.
thanks for your help.
I don't have any.Witch one of yours would be a good value at their prices today.
thanks for your help.
Q: reset preferreds have a next call date and a terms of reset ie 5yr GoC + 2.50% Does this rate apply to the next reset date or can the company set another rate to apply for the next reset date thanks Paul