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Q: After reading why dividends are the most stable form of total returns, which ETF would be considered a “dividend aristocrat” in the US? I already own VYM high dividend yield, VGH dividend appreciation and VHT health care. I would replace or add to current etf. Thank you Kim
Read Answer Asked by Kim on November 01, 2017
Q: Hi 5i,
I would like to have international exposure with a time horizon of 5 years. Would you use an indexed- CAD hedged ETF? or not?
Would you please give me your opinion on VEF, VI and VVO ?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Lizette on November 01, 2017
Q: My grandson has just begun working and wants to start an investment plan with a long term objective. Could you provide your recommendation for 5 safe dividend growers that also drip.
Thanks much for the excellent sevice
GUY R
Read Answer Asked by Guy R. on November 01, 2017
Q: This was my question and the answer I promptly received yesterday. The answer was spot on but I have full positions in both SIS and GSY. I have sold my KPT today. Do you have a third name that might be suitable to replace it?

Thanks Heaps
Question:
I am trying to break my need to hold on to my losers. I have held KPT for 4 years with nothing to show other than the dividend. I like the dividends but I don't have need of them at this time and I want something with some growth too. Should I give it up? If so any suggestions for a replacement? Thank you

Answer:
KPT really has not created much value, and the stock was higher in 2013 than it is today. For income we would consider it 'so so' and certainly think there are better options out there. We prefer dividend growth, and the dividend has not changed in five years.

We would consider SIS and/or GSY for a nice combination of growth and dividend growth.
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on November 01, 2017
Q: To just add a comment to your reply today, in the last quarterly report the company disclosed that since the end of the last fiscal year it will increase the number of rental units from 26 to 58 by the end of December. Management of this company is terrific and experienced and they would not increase capital spending from $2 million at beginning of the year to $5.3 million by year-end unless they had confidence that they will need this significant ramp up.I expect that the 3rd q results release next week will add more colour to the business outlook or at least the capital budget for 2018. FWIW, I think QST deserves the same kind of evaluation metrics as Photon.
Read Answer Asked by Murray on November 01, 2017
Q: I am considering to re-enter the energy market. Of the four stocks here, CJ, WCP, VET and TOG, how would you rank them in terms of their potential combined returns (growth + dividends, and dividend sustainability). Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Victor on November 01, 2017
Q: Good morning...I know very little about Bitcoin and have recently learned more about Blockchain...so, I decided to buy into HIVE...I am up over 50% in 3 weeks...I understand the volatility and risk...what are your thoughts on a small investment (2%) of portfolio riding for a period of time..when would you take profit? Overall opinion of the field and this particular stock... Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Matthew on November 01, 2017
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