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Q: Each of the above stocks I have owned for a number of years and am enjoying a good profit. However, in the past year they have just drifted and are simply no longer growth stocks. I am considering selling all or parts of these positions. Could you rank order them for me in terms of what would you sell first and what % of the position. I understand you might also suggest not to sell any of them and in fact add to them. This type of reassurance would be welcome as clearly I have lost conviction in these names. There is no rush here and I don't need to raise capital for other purchases.
Read Answer Asked by Chris on September 20, 2017
Q: Hi 5i,

In rebalancing my portfolio, I find that I am sadly lacking in tech stocks. At present, I have: CSU 4%, KXS 1.5%, Shop 0.4%. Could you suggest options to bring the total up to about 15% and designating whether they would be better suited for an RRIF or TFSA account? As a senior, I should be more conservative but, at the same time, I can stand some risk.

With thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Doris on August 24, 2017
Q: Hi Peter and Company,

I have looked at metrics (beta, market cap, p/cash flow ratio, p/e ratio, dividend rate) for the above 3 mentioned IT/tech companies and feel that OTEX seems to have the best metrics among them. Would you please comments on these companies and rank them accordingly.

Cheers,
Harry
Read Answer Asked by Harry on July 28, 2017
Q: I am interested in adding to my technology holdings and am considering CGI or Open Text. CGI seems a little less volatile but Open Text pays a dividend. Do you have a preference for one over the other at this time. Perhaps there is a different Company that you would prefer to either of these. I also wanted to ask if you had a preference for buying in Canada or the US?

Thank you as always.

Don Schurman
Read Answer Asked by Donald on July 13, 2017
Q: per your latest addition to the balanced portfolio, I plan to add CAE to my portfolio. To do this, however, I need to sell one of my other tech stocks. which amongst KXS,CSU,GIB.a,DSG,ENGH,CLS,OTEX would you suggest to sell at this time. All have a 2% weighting.
thanks
Read Answer Asked by David on July 05, 2017
Q: Hi Team, One of the reasons I own these stocks is that each of them does a lot of business in the U.S. and I wanted that exposure. However, with the renegotiation of NAFTA I am concerned these companies may face some headwinds maintaining and growing their respective businesses. Trump's "buy american" could certainly force some U.S. companies to start looking for U.S. based partnerships rather than Canadian. What does the staff at 5iR think? Is 5iR recommending any action at this time for these types of Canadian companies? Thanks Team Chris
Read Answer Asked by Chris on July 04, 2017
Q: Hi Peter/Ryan,
What do you think about Stella Jones and CGI group as stocks for long term and having maximum weight of 5% each? I have also noticed companies that have simple and understandable businesses (easy to understand products) can do quite well and do not seem to be attached by short sellers. For example, Boyd Income and CCL Industries, Richards Packaging, etc As a result, i was thinking of initiating a position in Storage Vault for a 3-5 year hold at current price of 2.70. Please comment on whether it is a good time and if i should start with 2% position as opposed to 3 or 4. Thank you
Read Answer Asked by umedali on June 09, 2017
Q: Based on available historical data, the above have compounded earnings > 10%. I intend to put these good companies into a RRIF to boost the return of a mostly bond/gic content.

In your opinion would you regard each of the above as a good company that should be able to provide a relatively stable future annual return of 8% to 10% with the exception of a market meltdown. Looking for some reassurance regarding the picks. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Richard on May 09, 2017
Q: I am underweight technology and have targeted KXS as my first purchase in this sector. Can I please get your other top 3 technology picks to build a well diversified technology portfolio.

Thanks and keep up the great work!
Read Answer Asked by Scott on May 04, 2017
Q: Good morning 5i team,

I’m considering moving on from Linamar and CGI group in search of better growth prospects. I still like both companies, and believe they still have a good outlook, however, after holding each for some time I’ve been growing restless with the share prices seemingly stuck in the mud. Perhaps I’m just being impatient, but I cant help but wonder if these holdings are dead money. At least for the next year or two anyway.

I’m considering switching out Linamar for either New Flyer Industries, or Premium Brands Holdings, and CGI for either Kinaxis or Celestica.

Could you please give your opinion on whether it’s worth being patient with LNR/GIB.A, or a good idea to move on? And if moving on is recommended, would you consider the alternatives I’ve mentioned as good replacements with growth for the next 1-2 years in mind?

As always, thank you for your excellent insight and advice.
Tristan.
Read Answer Asked by Tristan on April 13, 2017
Q: Hello I currently own both of these stocks in a long term hold RRSP portfolio with the drip turned on that is well balanced. I was wondering which one of these stock would you prefer to purchase more of. Thanks for all the help
Read Answer Asked by Kolbi on March 29, 2017
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