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Q: Hi 5i
I greatly appreciate and follow your US recommendations. My LIF has suffered serious losses and I wound like to build it back up with one of these US holdings or another you could suggest for a 2-3 year period. If all are suitable, please list in order of preference based on growth over risk.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Gary on March 03, 2020
Q: Hi, Can you name a few companies say 3 Us and 3 canadian companies who have been prolific in creating value for their shareholders either by buying back shares/not increasing their share count while growing consistently. A small dividend if applicable but leaning more towards growth in earnings. Preferably with some sort of monopoly or advantage in their field. Thank you.

Shyam
Read Answer Asked by Shyam on February 19, 2020
Q: Hi folks i have $6,000 to put into my tfsa account this year. Would just like your thoughts on these current companies, please and thank you for all your help.
Read Answer Asked by wilson on February 19, 2020
Q: I feel I am over exposed in the Canadian Financial sector with TD and BNS making up 9% and 11% of my portfolio respectively. I also hold 20% VRGO. I wish to sell one bank and increase some of my US equity positions such as MA, V, CRM, MSFT, AMZN for more growth and capital gains. Long term outlook is 5+ years. Does this plan sound reasonable in regards to timing and outlook, and which bank would you prefer to hold?
Read Answer Asked by Shawn on February 04, 2020
Q: Mid 70s couple with div and some growth focus need to put some US CASH to work. We own vz, qcom, vgt, dis. In what order should we top up and what better recommendations could you provide for div growth. Thanks for your input.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on February 04, 2020
Q: I feel I am over exposed to the Canadian Financial sector with TD and BNS making up 9% & 11% respectively of my portfolio. As well, I'm looking for more growth. I wish to sell one position and increase my US equities such as MA, V, MSFT, CRM. Would you consider this a reasonable plan and what bank would you recommend selling? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Shawn on February 04, 2020
Q: Can you explain how GPN was better than the newer fintech plays like SQ + PYPL last year?

Is this a trend that will continue?

What's going on in this space?

Thanks as always.
Read Answer Asked by Mark on January 22, 2020
Q: I want to get a position in the cc area on the cashless system as we use very little cash and feel the future for Visa ,amex ,PayPal etc.is very bright. Please advise which you consider the best company for capital preservation as well as appreciation.
Cheers,Doug
Read Answer Asked by Doug on January 15, 2020
Q: I have some US funds to invest. Growth and some protection in a downturn. What stocks? I am thinking IHI,VZ, V or IWO ?? other suggestions?
Read Answer Asked by Helen on December 23, 2019
Q: Recently, guests on BNN have suggested that these stocks are getting very rich and value could be found in other stocks. Do you agree and also could you recommend 2-3 US stocks that show growth going forward and would be a long term hold.

Thanks

Dave.
Read Answer Asked by David on December 12, 2019
Q: While I know your focus is not US companies, I have US funds to deploy for a longer-term, relatively conservative position. The outlooks for Moody's, Hyatt Hotels and VISA all seem to be positive stories to me. Considering their current prices along with other factors, which of the three would you consider the best prospect and why. If you could name your '2nd place finisher', that would also be appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by James on November 22, 2019
Q: Hi Folks,
Do you think this is a good time to start a position in US financials? If so, can you give me 2 or 3 names that you like. Or is there an ETF that you prefer?
Dennis
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on November 11, 2019
Q: Dear 5I Team:
I hold Visa for wonderful gains of 80%. Lately it's seems to be going sideways a for a bit. I've tried to follow your advice about not selling on momentum and holding for 5 years at least. Does this apply to Visa at them moment. Been fascinated to see how many of my Asian colleagues now using Visa in Thailand, Japan etc whereas 5 years ago, it was only cash when they made purchases. Thx for your advice. Lorraine
Read Answer Asked by Dr Lorraine on October 24, 2019
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