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Q: A former financial advisor friend of mine tells me to be cautious regarding ETFs in a downturn because they have not been tested yet. He informed me that the sale protocol is different between selling a mutual fund vs an ETF and that the ETF could be more volatile. So far I have found both to be less volatile than simply holding stocks which to me can move up and down much more rapidly. For example: PKI moves significantly from time to time while FAI which holds PKI among other stocks moves up and down marginally due to the variety of stocks held. That being said, if there is a strong correction would a mutual fund be a better hold than an ETF of similar holdings?
Read Answer Asked by John on May 30, 2017
Q: I have sold my shares of GE, and would like to replace it with something that is growing a bit faster. Could you suggest such a company for me. Thank you! Dot
Read Answer Asked by Dorthy on May 30, 2017
Q: What are your thoughts on yamana gold notwithstanding your preference for B2, kl, and agnico. I understand yamana has diluted itself as well as put its focus on a single mine, as well as the brio disappointment, not to mention the price of gold which has languished. Yet.. with favourable gold seasonality approaching, and the backdrop of geopolitical issues, if this mid-tier stock were to move downward toward around perhaps $3.30 again could you make a case for purchase of yamana ?
Read Answer Asked by Vicki L on May 29, 2017
Q: Hi 5i,

People on social media (myself included) are trying to understand why there is such a high short position for AUPH, best guess is around 12mm. Also, there is confusion regarding the growing institutional holding of around 45% (best guess), are they taking shares from retail. Further, no one seems to fully understand the implications of the options traded (puts and calls). Can you help clarify, is it possible to read anything into these activities?

Many Thanks,
Read Answer Asked by Mark on May 29, 2017
Q: My portfolo (INV , Rif AND TFSA ) is unwieldly in size and scope TO get this in some shape Based on your advice i would like to consider selling some add the proceeds to few existing ones prferably on pullback.

Sell EFN , ECN,CSCO GE GILD TEVA, DIV , TOG.

Addd to CCL CSH ZZZ SIS TOY, GUD CCOG
What i think are fair to good

ATD BYD CGI ENB SJ SBUX BRKB BAC BAM BIP BEP ECI FTS HWO HR.UN TD HOT CWL CARGOJET.PBH
MY BIGGEST HOLDING IS BROOK FIELD FAMILY. Should i take one out if so which one? Other relative big position is SJ and BAC prune it ?
If this is 2 Q so be it
Read Answer Asked by thambirajah on May 29, 2017
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