Investment Q&A

Q: Hello,

My RRSP funds are with TD Strategic management balanced portfolio, MER is about 1.8%, it does not look like it is doing good. What are your thoughts about TD Strategic management balanced portfolio, and will self-manage option be better to save 1.8%

Q: hello 5i:
regarding the calculation of dividend payout ratios: can you tell me the difference between using Adjusted (Operating) Earnings and Free Cash Flow? And what is your preference between the two? Are there times when its better to use Operating Cash Flows?
thanks
Paul L

Q: Do you have suggestions for websites that provide historical equity information? Particularly performance such as best 1 month, 3 month, 1 year ect. Worst 1 month, 3 month, 1 year ect.

Q: hi, can you provide your financial summary including some forward metrics on INTU:US please. is now a good time to enter, I assume next earnings release is arriving soon too...
cheers, Chris

Q: Hi, looking to replace Telus, (I would have a tax loss), could you recommend 2-3 companies that might have a little better prospects going forward,( better growth)and also have a decent dividend. Or do you like Telus and continue holding?
Thanks

Q: I hold all these in my TFSA and they are all down considerably (ranging from -35% to-90%). I am wanting to clean some of these up. Are any of these worth keeping?
Thanks

Q: Can you comment on WSP recurring revenue and whether it has increased or decreased?

Thanks Walter

Q: Level's Deadlift ETF comprises eight major American companies, each holding a 12.50% allocation within the fund.

This ETF has outperformed the S&P 500 index by 140% over the past four years.

Is this true?

What is the symbol?

Thank you.

Q: What are your thoughts about this company? What are the prospects? How do they pay their dividend? Is it safe?

Q: It is my understanding that these two companies offer similar services. Are they direct competitors? Can you please compare and contrast these two on balance sheet strength, potential moat, growth prospects and current valuation?

Q: Could you pls suggest a hedged and the related unhedged US Utility EFT that will earn about 10% including both dividend plus yield over 1 year?

Q: If not asked may I have your comments are T D earnings please. Do you have any idea how long it will take to see the end of all their problems!

Q: Has your outlook on TD changed following the latest results and announcement of such a large provision.

Q: Can u tell me thru your various channels whether Soleus Investments still own over 10% of TH according to the latest info available. Thanks

Q: Hi Peter, can you suggest 5 good companies one might put in a Tax Free Homeowner Saving account, what would one look for here. Thanks

Q: Thoughts regarding PBL & thanks....

Q: Hi Peter, with TD results out including penalty news and CNR hanging towards low end, do you think these are close to bottom yet or expect more correction in sept due to tax loss selling? Thanks

Q: I REALIZE THAT ESTATE QUESTIONS ARE NOT YOUR EXPERTISE HOWEVER THIS IS MY QUESTION. IF ONE HAS A LARGE VALUE OF USA DOLLAR STOCK DOES ONE'S ESTATE HAVE TO PAY ESTATE TAX. COULD YOU REFERENCE ME TO A SUITABLE SITE THAT COULD TELL ME THE AMOUNT OVER WHICH US$ TAX APPLIES AND BECOMES TAXABLE ON A VERY LARGE CANADIAN AND US PORTFILIO?

THANKS

Q: Regarding Savalai's question on August 22, 2024 about insurance for grandkids.

Many years ago (25-30) my parents purchased permanent life insurance for all their grandkids and after that time the cash value, unfortunately, was negligible in comparison to what an index ETF tracking the general market would have been.

Of course there are many variables to consider and perhaps the insurance purchased by my parents was an inferior product, but they often wished they had purchased blue-chip stocks (ETFs were not widely available then) instead.

Just letting you know my experience.
Thanks.

Q: Entrepreneur and author Tony Seba has an amazing record of correctly predicting various time frames for a number of disruptions. His prediction of what Robotaxis will potentially do to the auto industry is concerning enough.

My question though, is prediction on how Precision Fermentation will affect the food industry and agriculture. It sounds like by 2030, the dairy industry will essentially be bust followed by meat and egg production in the mid 2030's - if I understand this correctly. My concern is my investment in Nutrien, should this occur. This isn't really all that far into the future.

Also, not sure if 5i has an opinion on Tony Seba's views of the future in general, but I was wondering if investing in an ETF with Precision Fermentation content is a suitable investment. I came across EATV which has a "smallish" portion in this sector, but has a relatively high expense ratio and light volume. Your thoughts ?