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Q: I am thinking about adding IHI to my RRSP but understand that there may be a withholding tax given that it is a US based fund. What is a withholding tax, how much is it, and what are the implications when I go to file my canadian income tax? (I am relatively new to the investment world and don’t want things to get too complicated when having to report losses/ gains)
Thank you for your guidance.
Read Answer Asked by Heather on November 22, 2019
Q: Hi 5i team,

Given the volatile market and demographic, what will be the suggested % for healthcare sector? Currently I don't have much in healthcare and I want to add healthcare etf to my TFSA account, what's the differences between XLV , IHI and IXJ? In terms of valuation and growth, which one will be best to buy now for TFSA? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Willie on November 04, 2019
Q: am looking to invest $5000 (U.S.) in each of these stocks. However I am concerned about the daily volume for Elbit. Would you shy away from a stock just because this?
Ed in Montreal
Read Answer Asked by ed on November 01, 2019
Q: I am looking to get some exposure to the health care sector and thought I would look at an ETF as opposed to a single company. I'm considering either XLV or IHI and would like your opinion of these two ETFs, and which you would prefer. I would be adding the ETF as a full position in my RRSP.

Also, if there is another ETF that you prefer over these two, please include that in your response.

thanks for your insight
Paula
Read Answer Asked by Paula on August 06, 2019
Q: Good morning 5i, I am still plodding along with asset allocator. I have only Weed left in healthcare having sold GUD, and COV. I need 9% so another 7% after WEED. Happy to buy in $US or $Cdn and looking at XHC, IHI, PFE, ZTS. I appreciate your input. Regards, Ted
Read Answer Asked by Ted on July 09, 2019
Q: I have about $20,000 U.S. funds to invest. Am considering the health oriented etf - IHI or one of the banks/financials or what is your alternative preferred recommendation(s)? with this amount do you recommend purchasing two
companies or go with just one - ed in montreal
Read Answer Asked by ed on May 23, 2019
Q: Hello Peter and gang
What can you say about IHI, it seems to be pretty good over a 10 year period. Is there any other etf in the same field. Is there a Canadian version?
What are you expecting the quarterly report to be for TFII. Is this a good long term hold.
Is it time to jump into PHO. Held it before and did well. Is this a good time to jump back in.

thank you
Ken and Cindy
Read Answer Asked by cindy on April 18, 2019
Q: Hello Peter and Team
my question pertains to my US trading account invested in all stocks. I have done well so far. Now I want to switch to all ETFs portfolio for more stability and less maintenance in the medium and long terms. I intend to buy the above for 20% each.
Please let me know if my strategy and choices make sens and do not hesitate to provide suggestions and adjustments.
I value your opinion as always.
Raouf
Read Answer Asked by Raoul on February 08, 2019
Q: I propose a 8-9% allocation to this sector. I would sell GUD [gain] and small position in CPH [loss]; hold TD Health Sciences at 15% [good long-term performance and good cross-section of sector] and add to ISRG initial position. That would enable me to add approx. 15% to each of IHI ETF {little overlap with TD Fund], ZTS, IDXX, ILMN, and LHCG.
This is a difficult sector to pick stocks. What would you advise re allocation and selection?
Read Answer Asked by sam on January 21, 2019
Q: Hello, I am looking to add IHI to the healthcare allocation of my portfolio (10%) but would like to sell one existing holding first. Current healthcare related holdings are JNJ, ABBV, GUD and SIS (although I have SIS filed under Industrials). My question: which of JNJ and ABBV would you advise selling? Thank-you.
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on June 20, 2018
Q: In what order would you rate the following U.S. equities
I am considering adding to a well-diversified portfolio?
IHI IWO XLK XLF KRE VISA
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Harold on June 11, 2018