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Q: Hi Peter and Team,

Across all portfolios, we are under-represented in the gold sector, having only a small holding in the CGL.C ETF,

If investing today, in what order would you put new money into the three stocks AEM, FNV, and WPM, or is there a case to be made to invest equal amounts in all three, assuming there's no significant overlap?

As always, thanks for your assistance in making an informed decision.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on March 24, 2025
Q: I realize that these markets have been challenging but the stock price of FORA has fallen 37% in the past month. This is despite the fact that a number of analysts increased their targets (now ranging from $14.50 to $19.00) following the release of their latest earnings.

is this stock being played? As always , would appreciate your analysis of their earnings and what you think is going on here.
Read Answer Asked by karl on March 24, 2025
Q: Hi,

I was surprised to learn yesterday that a T3 form was provided to me from by bank for holding Purpose High Interest Savings Fund (PSA). It says there is a minuscule return of capital. I thought PSA would only provide interest as reported on a T5.

I went to the PSA website and sure enough, there is a ROC and has been since 2013. Do you know if this is typical of these high interest savings account ETFs and if there is another fund that is similar to PSA without the ROC component?

Thank you.
Michael
Read Answer Asked by Michael on March 24, 2025
Q: I am concerned about Tariffs and the impact it may have on our Stock Market

I do like GOLD what Gold Companies do you like that are outside of Canada

RAK
Read Answer Asked by bob on March 24, 2025
Q: Hello. I was going to ask you about MSTY:US, one of YieldMax ETFs. It creates synthetic long exposure, then writes covered calls to generate income. I specifically wanted to ask you about how distributions would be treated from a tax perspective as a Canadian. The distributions are options premiums. So would the distributions then be treated as capital gains, or as US dividends? I assume there would also be a 15% US withholding tax.

When I entered the symbol to ask this question, I discovered that MSTY:CA is a Canadian equivalent, although they only have 50% exposure. Do you know anything about the company Harvest? I had never heard of them. Are they an established and reputable company? How would distributions from MSTY:CA be treated from a tax perspective? Thanks for your help
Read Answer Asked by Donald on March 24, 2025
Q: Knowing that this may not be your area of expertise but if YOU had to get a mortgage in the next three months or so, what terms would you go for? Expect to pay it back in 6-8 years... Thanks in advance.
In addition to my previous question, I would appreciate reasons to your answer. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by K on March 24, 2025
Q: Bank of America downgraded Telus to neutral from Buy. The reasons are excessive leverage and the dividend exceeding cash flow. The stock is down 5%.
Three questions:
1. Do you agree with the assessment of the analyst ?
2. The Analyst making the assessment is assigned only one star on a scale of five according to my broker. Does the fact that the analyst is assigned only one star makes his prediction less reliable?
3. What is your recommendation going forward for Telus ? Sell or hold ? Is there more downside risk? Although the dividend was increased twice in 2024 is there a risk of an imminent dividend cut ?
Thank you as always for your insight.
Please deduct as many credits as deemed necessary.
Read Answer Asked by Terry on March 24, 2025
Q: Hello,
What do you think of Knight's results? In the cannabis space, would be a good idea to start a position in Aurora and Cronos Group. Both seem to have a decent PE (based on yahoo) or is still too early given US may not legalize it. Alternatively, do you think it is best to go with HMMJ but many companies in the ETF do not have profits so am wondering best way to enter the space.. much appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by umedali on March 21, 2025
Q: Hi Peter,
Why is McEwen Mining falling like a rock today? Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Marie-Noelle on March 21, 2025
Q: What do you think of debentures and do you think this is a good way to possibly hold as a proxy for ones bond side of your portfolio? How are they different from preferred stock? Do you think PBH are a good choice of company to hold them with? I have cash coming out of GIC's and am looking for a better rate now that GIC interest has gone down. Is the Div of 5.5% safe and is it considered interest or div for Canadian taxes? Is it good to get in or wait with a new issue regarding the price- do they tend to fluctuate with the market? Thanks so much.
Read Answer Asked by Pat on March 21, 2025