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Q: Hi 5i,
I understand that many high net worth and institutions have alternative assets in their portfolios. Can you please help suggest some stocks which may be available for purchase on a Canadian stock exchange for an individual investor representative of the asset class.
1. Private Equity: BBU.UN, ONEX?, stock?, ETF?
2. Hedge Funds: stock?, ETF?
Read Answer Asked by Ian on August 17, 2018
Q: Hi all, With today's (16 Aug) climb, I am almost breaking even with this one after more than a year. I am trying to position my portfolio with dividend stocks that have some growth opportunity (like many I have observed here). Should I take the opportunity and get out and look for a dividend stock with more growth in this space? Or is this possibly the beginning of an uptrend in DR.

Thank You, Stephen S
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on August 17, 2018
Q: Hi,i have these 10 stocks as my TFSA holdings.Down around 7% in last couple weeks.I have long term view of 8-10 years to retirement and would like your opinion on the group as a whole and if i should stay the coarse or would you suggest any changes?
thanks,
brad.
Read Answer Asked by Brad on August 17, 2018
Q: Hi guys !
Already well covered in the Cdian consumer staple sector, I would like to add some holdings on the US side. What are your views on Medifast (MED), Big Lots (BIG) and Kors (Kors) ? Any others would have your preference in the sector ?
Have a good day,
Jacques
Read Answer Asked by Jacques on August 17, 2018
Q: Hi,I want to diversify my RSP which i already own a large position in Turtle Creek US Fund ,Barometer Global Macro Pool,and Edgehill International Advantage Fund and am thinking of adding the ETF's mentioned to this mix.
I am wondering your opinion on this group as a whole and if you would not endorse any of the additions i am planning.
Thanks,
Brad.
Read Answer Asked by Brad on August 17, 2018
Q: Nice folks I hold 5% gold exposure split between GLD and FNV. Do you have an opinion on gold for the next quarter and/or year. There is some rumour that some central banks may be selling gold aggressively and some opinion that gold could be heading downward. Your thoughts on that as well would be great to read. Lastly would you suggest simply sitting tight with the current weighting and holdings I have as an appropriate "forever" holding. Thanks so much.
Read Answer Asked by Ken on August 17, 2018
Q: I have zero allocation to minerals, mining and material stocks in my portfolio. Do you feel that some exposure is warranted for diversification purposes?

If so, what one or two companies would you suggest to achieve broad exposure while minimizing downside risk. I prefer larger companies that pay a dividend.
Read Answer Asked by Chris on August 17, 2018
Q: Can you please comment on earnings and subsequent investor reaction (reduction in share price)?
Can you also please comment on recent rumours of Amazon looking to acquire a cinema / theater company? It seems that this should be a potential catalyst for the stock as this is a logical move for other streaming services (Netflix, Apple, etc.) who are investing significant amounts on original content but currently have limited options to distribute to large screen formats (cinema, etc.).
Read Answer Asked by Shyam on August 17, 2018
Q: Good Morning 5i
Can you comment on Constellation investment of 5 Billion CAN$ into Canopy Growth? How you see this playing out in lead up to Oct. 17th. legalization? How do you see this playing out to late 2019 when I would consider selling? Constellation is a Major US backer who obviously believes in the future market - Canadian, US & International - both medical & recreational. You have supported WEED as a speculative best pick. Is it now rising on that scale and if not, why ? Please direct question to 5i person most knowledgeable on this space. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Randy on August 17, 2018
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