Investment Q&A

Q: Peter could I have your opinion on MKP please. It looks like they have slowly raised the div over the years. Pay out O.K??? Is the dv taxed as a div or as interest for tax perposes?? I am a senior and looking for stable dividends, Thanks Ken

Q: Hello, I am learning as I go, so maybe this is an uninformed question: if a stock that is traded on both the Canadian and U.S. market (e.g. FTS, AQN,BEPC), is purchased on the U.S. market, is that considered to be adding to my U.S. exposure? Is the exposure/allocation based on the market it is purchased in (CDN vs US) or is it based on the country that the company is located in as displayed in their profile details? My Canadian exposure is quite high right now, so i'm trying to learn to rebalance. thank you

Q: Please comment & advise what to do with the $250m Dutch Auction at price of $103 - $123.Txs for u usual great advice & services

Q: 5i income portfolio holds about 2% SYZ. Would you be comfortable starting a full 5% position, if SYZ is bought below $10? Thanks

Q: Just a quick follow up question on TFII. I've read companies like FDX and UPS are often seen as leading indicators on the economy, if Freight Rates at TFII are falling is that an indication that inflation is beginning to come down? Or would that be reading too much into the situation....thanks as always.

Q: " It was a taxable spin off, but the deemed value was essentially zero. T3s are not always given in these scenarios. The cost base of TOI shares was determined to be less than 1 cent per share."

So, the deemed value of taxable spin off being essentially Zero, it's not required to be reported for Taxable Income in any form, for 2021 tax year - Is this the correct understanding ?

What should the ACB of the spin off shares used, when sold - Zero - For Capital Gain purposes ?

Thank You

Q: I’m looking for a low cost (preferably)ETF that focuses on CDN Dividend growers as opposed to high yield,my thinking is if they have extra cash to grow the dividend their EPS must be growing which would hopefully lead to a higher share price,would I be right in assuming this and preferably an ETF with decent volume ……Thanks

Q: I am considering buying shares in CNR. Can you give me some reasons why it might be a bad idea? A few positive would also help, but I want to make certain I understand any risks before I invest.
Thank you, I tend to recommend your services to others as I have found it very helpful over the years.

Q: Hello 5i,

Would appreciate you thoughts on GOOG growth for the next 5-10yrs.

Your past answers to questions state that you view this company's valuation as 'cheap' and its cloud services and Waymo as catalysts for greater growth.

However, I can't reconcile that against a potential recession scenario in the next few years were ad revenue could decrease and potential anti trust cases being brought against it.

Thank you,

Greg

Q: What are the odds, Birchcliff Energy will recall BIR.PR.A on 2022-09-30
Cec

Q: What effect do you see from Guilbeault’s warning to Suncor about their base mine expansion?

Are you still as positive about SU going forward?

Would you see shifting from SU to another company to be wise or profitable at this time, and if so to whom?

Q: Hi group need to get a bit more defense (I am retired) I am thinking recession is coming. Health care and consumer staples make sense do you agree? Presently I have $25,000 to invest in my TSFA..am thinking WMT, DOl, might fit .In consumer staples I already own Cost, L, PFE, Can you please give me your 3 top picks (in preference order) for for Health care + Consumer staples Mega Tech thanks

Q: I thought I saw that a new analyst is following DRI, calling it a rare gem in the sector with a combination of higher yield but still having growth potential. It is still a fair bit under it’s IPO price, and too small to attract much attention I would think. I read your previous comments on this company, wondering if you having any other “colour commentary”? I’m tempted to put it into a TFSA, especially if the typical growth ideas may be facing headwinds for awhile. Do you know anything about the management, or the company’s performance/history before IPO’ing?

Q: What sectors and top stock picks for each sector would you advise to address inflation and a recession. If possible, could you provide entry points.
thanks

Q: good morning everyone at 5i: I would like to increase my exposure to Canadian equities- will you provide etfs, or tmx be a good option, or perhaps one best stock in each sector- . thanks for your time-- Jane

Q: Hi
Am I correct in understanding that REITs are a good hedge against inflation? All of these REITs have been decreasing- some more than others. Are there any that you think will continue to be at risk in a rising rate environment? would you add to any during this most recent decline?
thanks

Q: Hi
In response to David's question today, you said that mega-cap tech is a sector that should perform well in recessionary environments. can you give some examples of stocks or ETFs. Also, you recommended consumer staples. Would you be comfortable buying consumer staples at these high prices?
thanks for your help

Q: What would be your number one pick in the health field.

Q: I am looking to simplify my non-registered investment portfolio for my retirement, which is now only 9 months away. I am looking to protect capital and create income. I am looking at one ETF and one fund as possible landing spots for my capital: XSP. And FID282.
Can you please compare and contrast these two funds for me? Are the different enough to warrant owning both? Is there anything else I should be considering?

Thanks in advance
DON

Q: What are your thoughts on MTY and QSR Thanks