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Q: Spectral Medical (T.EDT) has multiple FDA approvals in it's stable including a wholly-owned Dialco division with a state-of-the-art home dialysis unit. Their core business is currently involved in a phase 4 confirmatory trial for sepsis in the US where their PMX filter is being used in a 2:1 ratio vs. the placebo or standard of care with a critical 28 day mortality endpoint. Data from the phase 3 trial being used too ( initially advertised as FAILED). Are you ready to be constructive on this? 30 cents? really?? Something seems a little off here.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on October 28, 2021
Q: What are the Can ETFs that cover the main US ETFs, like SPY? And what are their mers?

What are the advantages of using these Canadian versions?

Do you still require W-BEN forms if you buy these?

Thanks for all your help.
Read Answer Asked by Mark on October 28, 2021
Q: Hello,

Further to your response regarding inflation and five Canadian and US names that might perform better, do you also have five mid cap or smaller cap names that might benefit from inflation? Both US and CDN?

Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Gerald on October 28, 2021
Q: Dear 5i,

can you suggest some valuation metrics/ratios one can consider when trying to get an idea of a companies valuation when the company in question doesn't have any positive earnings? Can you also please give ranges from expensive to cheap one can use a rough guide. Is Price/Sales a good one to use?

thanks
Read Answer Asked by Ian on October 28, 2021
Q: Hi. I want to buy an ETF for US or International exposure and therefore need to understand the impact of the withholding tax. In doing so, I need to determine the type of ETF they are such as; Canadian equity, Canadian dividend and income, U.S. Equity, International Equity Fund or Can Bon fund. So, wow do I determine what type of fund XAW or QEF fall under such that I can understand the withholding tax implications. Looking at the website/fact sheets/etc is still difficult to determine the "holdings" which has a direct correlation to the with holding tax.
Read Answer Asked by Ronnie on October 28, 2021
Q: Hello 5i,
Do you think Metaverse is a better investable theme compared to Crypto?
Facebook seems to be allocating capital to Metaverse.
Can you suggest some stocks in US or Canada that give exposure to this theme. Can you suggest any ETFs other than META that invest in this theme? Do you think this is best held in a TFSA or NonReg account?

thanks
Read Answer Asked by Ian on October 28, 2021
Q: It seems like a lot of analysts are talking about a resource bull market especially regarding the inflation/stagflation discourse.
Do you feel we are heading into a resource bull market?
And, are there certain sectors you favour - Oil/gas, copper, uranium, food, precious metals?
Finally, are there any stocks within this very broad resource sector that you think is a standout. Please take as many credits as necessary
Much appreciated
Read Answer Asked by treva on October 28, 2021
Q: I need to do some trimming of Lightspeed due to substantial gains since purchase at $20 to $25. I am undecided though as to whether to wait for the quarterly report which I think comes out on Nov.4. I read the estimates in your answer to a recent question, $124 m revenue and loss of $0.18. In your opinion would meeting these estimates provide stability to the stock price. Do you know of any general consensus out there as to whether it will meet, miss or beat estimates. I realize this last question involves some guess work so please feel free to leave it out in your response.
As always many thanks for the great service!
Read Answer Asked by Rob on October 28, 2021
Q: I would like to invest in 2 REITs and am looking for the best potential Total Return. I have been looking at the 4 REITs listed above, but would consider any REIT. What 2 REITs would you suggest at this time? Would you recommend 1 industrial REIT and 1 residential/commercial REIT for diversification? Finally, can you please tell me the percentage of US real estate, if any, in each of the 2 REITs suggested. Thank you!!
Read Answer Asked by Grant on October 28, 2021
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