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Q: Good morning I have 2 laggards in my unregistered US account. Microsoft and Robinhood. I've taken profits in both when at higher valuations. Would you endorse a switch to Micron and provide suggestion for a solid dividend payer as well ?
Thanks in advance.
David
Read Answer Asked by David on May 13, 2026
Q: I noticed when I looked these companies up on your platform it says the q dividend for CNQ is .625 Cnd when its on the CND exchange and .625 USD when its on the US side. Similarly it has CVE's as .20Cnd and .20 USD. I thought in all cases the dividend is paid in CND and if the stock is on the US side it get converted to USD, which due to its strength, would be approx .46USD and .147USD respectively?
Read Answer Asked by Scott on May 11, 2026
Q: If you were starting to invest, had $500,000, and sought income with some growth, would you invest today or wait for the Iran war to resolve? If you were to invest today what companies would you buy and in what amounts?
Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Ian on April 29, 2026
Q: Hello 5iTeam,
I sold the only energy stock (ARX) that I had in my
portfolio after it was announced that it has been acquired by Shell. Would you please recommend a Cdn stock (or stocks) to replace ARX.
Cheers,
H
Read Answer Asked by Harry on April 28, 2026
Q: I was thinking of selling Tourmaline Oil (TOU) and PrairieSky Royalty (PSK) and buying back into Canadian Natural Resources (CNQ), which is down about 15% from when I sold it. I am interested in the best overall return, not just the dividend. I would appreciate your thoughts on this move. Also, which is the better hold today, Hydro One (H) or Fortis (FTS). Finally, how big of position would you be comfortable letting BAM be in a portfolio? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Kim on April 22, 2026
Q: Markets appear to so fickle on whatever news is happening. A year ago, resource stocks were in the dump, only to surge as a result of the war. Now they are down a lot today on the news that Iran is opening up the Strait; however, Trump just indicated that the blockade is still in effect. Is this an opportunity to buy some of these resource names?
Read Answer Asked by Mike on April 20, 2026
Q: May I please have your top five North America and international oil and/or gas stocks. I currently owned some CVE and VET. Small positions in Tamarack Valley and White Cap.
With appreciation,
Ed

Read Answer Asked by Ed on April 17, 2026
Q: I asked question last Sunday past regarding top 6 sectors (in order of preference complete with top 2 picks in each sector along with reasons behind the picks again everything in order of preference please. No sure what happened but no answer was given...thanks
Read Answer Asked by Terence on April 14, 2026
Q: I took position simultaneously in those 2 stocks a few months ago for : 1) diversification in the energy sector 2) future potential vs IA .I am surprised that EXE is lagging so much ( - 13%) compared to ARX ( +5%), considering that : it is a larger Cie, closer to terminals , number 1 producer in the USA , etc...your general feedback,and your point of view vs long term safe investments shall be very appreciated .. J-Y
Read Answer Asked by Jean-Yves on April 10, 2026
Q: I’m currently holding Enbridge, CNQ, HME, and Whitecap, and I’m sitting on attractive gains. Given today’s market environment — including oil price volatility, sector valuations, and shifting interest rate expectations — I’d like your guidance on whether it makes sense to start taking profits. My risk tolerance is medium to high, so I’m comfortable with some volatility, but I still want a disciplined approach. Should we be trimming these positions into strength, using trailing stops, or rebalancing to manage my energy exposure? I’d appreciate your view on the most appropriate profit‑taking strategy for my situation.
Thanks for your help. Rick
Read Answer Asked by Rick on April 09, 2026
Q: I currently have substantial unrealized gains in Suncor, Whitecap, Enbridge, and Canadian Natural Resources. Based on my overall portfolio and current market conditions, would you recommend reducing these positions, selling a portion, or continuing to hold them? I would appreciate your professional view.
Thanks Rick
Read Answer Asked by Rick on April 09, 2026
Q: A diverse group.
However, based on current valuations how would you rank these companies on an expected total return basis in 3-5 years?
Read Answer Asked by Don on April 09, 2026
Q: Hello,

Losing patience with Telus. Div nice but down 37% in the 4yrs owned. Position sits at 1%.
Cut bait and re-deploy looks very attractive. Willing to skip Canadian telecoms for now in favour of better growth and stability going forward.

Thoughts? Hate taking a loss in a non-taxable account but Telus has been very disappointing and doesn’t look like anything is changing.
Read Answer Asked by Trevor on April 08, 2026
Q: With energy stocks such as WCP and CNQ benefiting from high oil prices what is there best strategy for deploying free cashflow? M & A opportunities are expensive given increase in share prices; buybacks are also questionable as their share values have risen. Debt levels are relatively low. Are dividend increases or special dividends the best use of deploying Capital ?
Read Answer Asked by John on April 07, 2026
Q: USA are reaching a peak of oil production and are net exporters , but will have to import are a certain point.. Is this US " peak" oil good news for canadian oil Cies for the coming years , and thanks for your point of vue for investing in canadian oil producers .
Read Answer Asked by Jean-Yves on April 07, 2026
Q: As Energy stocks went down today,are there any stocks you believe
are good buys?.Also is Tou or any other natural stocks good buy?.
Read Answer Asked by Nizar on April 06, 2026
Q: Could you tell me the MER of this fund and how and when do you pay it,also what are the top holdings and how safe is that juicy dividend…thanks
Read Answer Asked by Greg on April 06, 2026
Q: Hi,

If you remove your "long term focus" hat and put on a different hat, is there an opportunity to get out of the energy stocks that have seen their values skyrocket since the war in Iran, and re-enter them once things settle back down?

I know you will say that this is timing the market and we don't know if the prices will settle back down, but isn't there a strong likelihood that prices will not remain at these current levels once shipping and production returns to normal?

Thanks,

Robert
Read Answer Asked by Robert on April 01, 2026
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