Investment Q&A

Q: I recently asked a question regarding switching strategy from etf to individual stocks and i appreciate your answer very much. My question was generated by the response that you gave to James regarding investing in a diversified portfolio. At that time you gave him the follwoing names: TEAM, MSFT, GOOG, ROP, PG, BIIB, VZ, SBUX, COST, JPM.

Just a followup clarification on that suggestion. I wonder, because of the tax advantage for Canadian dividends and the predominance in the TSX of Banks and Telecoms, whether one might be better to replace VZ and JPM by Canadian names? I know that the question asked, I think, specifically for US names. But, just wondering if one held both Canadian and US, whether this might be better? Also, do you think that say, ten like this, is enough diversification on the US side?
thanks

Q: Hello Peter,
If you were starting a new account with 100k and wanted to build a somewhat balanced portfolio of 10 US equities, with a 10 year timeframe, which 10 would you currently choose, including considering current price?

Q: With other recent big box retailers results , what is your opinion on Costco ?
My own shopping experience was the best since Covid 19 began, they almost seem set up for distancing . Where are they at with online ordering ?
Thanks
Greg

Q: Your top 5 consumer stocks for long-term hold? US would be ok.

Q: At this juncture and going forward a year or two, which would you prefer Loblaws, Weston Metro Sobeys
Is there any reason to split a purchase or just go with whichever one you think is strongest overall.
In the U.S. same questions which vendor is strongest.
Thank you....

Q: Good morning 5i,
It is often mentionned that we should buy US stocks to offset the heavy concentration on financial and energy in the Canadian market. What sectors should one concentrate on in the US for this reason? And, in the current environment, is it possible to suggest one or two preferential stocks in each of these sectors?
thanks

Q: Hi 5i team,

Between WMT and COST, which one is your choice for a 3 years hold? Why?
Would you buy at the current valuation? Thanks.

Q: Hi,
I am thinking of adding a defensive U.S. stock into my portfolio. Between COST and WMT, which one would you pick and why? Thank you!
Martin

Q: I am short on Consumer Stocks in my overall portfolio - can you give me some names to look at, both in the US and Canada - I'm interested in those that pay a dividend and are growing.
Appreciate you comments.
Thanks

Q: I just tried Portfolio Analytics and have concluded my portfolio needs some work. I need to increase US and international exposure and I need more weighting in Communication Services, Consumer Defense, Healthcare and Technology. Please recommend US/International stocks for me to consider in these categories for a five year hold. Thank you.

Q: Hi, do you have an updated opinion on KR? I'm trying to round out a top 5 list (US or CAN, doesn't matter) for Consumer Staples. The other 4 are above.
Anything obvious missing? that you would pick over the above 5?

Q: I understand that these companies have raised their dividends recently a good sign and is it the case and which one would you buy?

Thanks

Q: What are some of your favorite US growth names right now? I am a younger investor with some money to deploy. I have a 20+ year time horizon. I am not too worried about sector allocation due to having a defined benefits pension when I eventually retire (20+ years).

I am also wondering what US stocks 5i staff are currently buying and why.

Thanks for all your advice. I read the questions daily. Your support through these tough times (my first as an investor) has been beyond insightful and finding I am getting my financial education through your words of wisdom and advice. I keep speaking highly of you to my friends looking to get into investing and am encouraging they subscribe to your service as it is beyond exceptional.

Thanks for all that you all do! Hope you and yours are safe and healthy during these tough times.

Q: Hello,
I am currently waiting out this deep downturn in the market. At some point the market will start recovering. I have followed your recommendations in the Portfolio Tracking and Analysis tool.

If you had $500,000 sitting in cash which you want to deploy once the market turns around, which sectors would you look towards investing in for the eventual upward trend? Would you be able to provide your favourite stocks /ETFS which you would use to cover the sectors you think will be first to recover?

Thanks for all your help.

Q: hi, dear team
i just got some money for longterm investment. how about this list ?
can you tell me at which price i can buy?appreciate!
best regard
Jacky

Q: I get most of my income from dividends. Please name 4 sectors where dividends might be relatively Less likely to be suspended and 5 companies that will do best with the criteria mentioned. I understand that at this time it is hard to project but I ask for relative possibilities with the current situation that may change. 
thanks 
Yossi

Q: Hi 5i,

Thank you for the great work. My experience grocery shopping this weekend is that the stores are busier than ever.

Is it to simplistic to look at the current virus volatility as an opportunity to add to positions in the grocery companies?

Currently I have existing positions in Empire and Metro.

Thank you in advance.

Q: I know you are recommending Costco but if someone wanted to buy a Canadian grocery store which one would you recommend?
Thanks

Q: Hi team
As a trade would Clorox fit the bill. Can you suggest a few more of possible in these volatile months ahead. ? It would be my TFSA
Thankyou to alk of you for your sage guidance.
Happy St Patties

Q: Hi Peter, Ryan and team,

With the craziness of the market now, what top 5 US stocks are going to be a good buy opportunity?

Thanks