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Q: Hi,
I see in some questions you recommend a 90/10 split between equities/fixed income for long term investors. I’m 32 with good income and a full tfsa etc. Right now my accounts are 85% equities/etfs and 15% cash, just watching for good pullbacks to deploy. Do you think it’s better with the pullback the last few days to use the cash to add to long term safe stocks I currently hold (bns, bep, vfv, vgg, vee) or should it go to some fixed income? Could you make specific recommendations either way please?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by david on February 05, 2018
Q: As a loyal Albertan and patron of their retail outlets, I have held a position in LIQ for six years. I now read (FP) that ACB is initially purchasing 20% of LIQ (103.5MM) through private investment and may purchase an additional 20% of the company later. Apparently LIQ plans to convert some of its existing LIQ outlets and open new locations -- all of which will launch as a new brand of cannabis retail stores. Your comments appreciated. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by RANDALL on February 05, 2018
Q: I have a bit of money to invest, these markets I enjoy seeing at times.
Where do you see the most value and the greatest growth going forward from today. I like dividends, but, Photon has no dividends, I can see great potential here even with out the dividend for Photon.
Where would you place your money if you looking to pick a winner in total return. Long time investor.
Inter Pipeline, Savaria or Photon.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Barry on February 05, 2018
Q: Good day gentlemen,
Does this company still have a viable business model? So much has been made about this potential take over but I believe the market has discounted this possibility for quite some time. What I’m more concerned about is what’s wrong with the fundamental business? They have been around for some time. Can they no longer produce returns? I know you mentioned that perhaps you would consider selling due to lack of takeover news. Would you consider holding for yield and a solid business, with potential upside?
Thx
Read Answer Asked by Giuseppe on February 05, 2018
Q: Any general comments on the current market sell off? Thanks.

(I hate to get into the mode of worrying that this is the start of a bear market scenario - prolonged time of continued losses. The cure to that worry for me would be reasons x, y, and z to be reassured that is not happening at this time. And so, if one just waits it out.. things will eventually come back, and go higher too)
Read Answer Asked by John on February 05, 2018
Q: I have a reasonable balance of these stocks in my TFSA. With the pullback, should I add to a laggard or introduce a new one? Open to ETF as well. Long term.
Have great weekend.
Paul
Read Answer Asked by Paul on February 05, 2018
Q: For someone in their early twenties and has 30K in a TFSA, what would be an appropriate amount of stocks to hold, and what would be some of your top suggestions?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Daniel on February 05, 2018
Q: Hello Peter,

I am a long time 5i Member and happily own the Balanced portfolio and 5 names from the growth portfolio across my TFSA, RRSP, LIRA and Non-Registered accounts.

Recently I have taken on a small business loan and excess cash to invest. Given that the business loan is tax deductible, I am looking to invest the excess cash in my Non-Registered account.

Can you recommend 5 steady blue-chip Canadian dividend payers to help mitigate the interest costs on the loan? I already had T, ENB, SLF and BNS in mind.

Given that I would only be leveraged 10% in equity, and the latest sector rotation away from non-cyclical stocks (Telco's, pipelines) should I consider more growthier names for my equity picks? That would mean adding to my already owned positions in the 5i Balanced portfolio.

Of course, the last option is to pay the business loan and call it a day. I will however be in equites for the next 30 years and know that in the long-run it is a equity markets is a great wealth creator.

Lastly, great foresight and homework done (not luck) on the AVO selection!

Thanks for your continued support and wisdom!
Read Answer Asked by Angelo on February 05, 2018
Q: Is there a record date for the Split? My XAU share tanked 30% some weeks ago....I guess because of the Split, but this the answer OI got from their IR:

Thanks for your email. I understand your concern but I currently don't have any news to share with you regarding the Mene listing. Happy to answer any additional questions you may have after our earnings release on Friday.
Best, ​Renee Wei
Director, Global Communications & Investor Relations
renee.wei@goldmoney.com
334 ADELAIDE ST WEST, TORONTO, ON M5V 1R4, CANADA
Read Answer Asked by Austin on February 05, 2018
Q: Hi team,
Why is the price of gold not reacting strongly if inflation seems to be brewing?In particular with B2gold set to produce close to a million ounces in 2018 would not it's stock price reacting more positively to the upside? What is your outlook for both ,gold and B2gold over the next 12 to 18 months? Is now the time to purchase BTO?
Many thanks,
Jean
Read Answer Asked by Jean on February 05, 2018
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