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Q: It seems like the places to be near and mid term are US and Europe for growth and not Canada for the time being. I have exposure in Canada already with Utility and Financial dividend payers which I will continue to hold, could you recommend your favorite ETFs for some exposure to US, Europe and possible Emerging markets if you like the EM.
Also, could you comment on the "Hedged to CAD" ETFs---It seems to me we trade ETFs like stocks through our brokerage accounts in CAD, so why worry what the ETF managers are doing as far as currency is concerned?
Read Answer Asked by Randy on May 26, 2017
Q: Hi 5i. Trying to improve sector allocations. Currently we have only 3.5% in Industrials.
I am looking at XGI - iShares S&P Global Industrials (CA$ hedged). This ETF has only 1 holding which is EXI - iShares Global Industrials US$ ETF. We are looking at investing CA$ funds and don't wish to convert. Questions :
- Do you think that XGI has sufficient size (current net assets ~$40M) for an investment ?
- Do you know if there is an "un-hedged" version of XGI ?
- Do you think that somewhere between 10 and 15% should be allocated to Industrials ?
- Any other thoughts on a Global Industrials ETF ?

As always, thanks for your help. Much apreciated. T
Read Answer Asked by Terrance on May 26, 2017
Q: What is the best way to access and evaluate high yield bonds in Canada and the U.S.? I would like to add some risk to my portfolio, and improve the yields. My online investment platforms (RBC,TD) do not seem to make them available. Is there a better way?
Read Answer Asked by Michael on May 26, 2017
Q: With regards to: May 25, 2017 - Asked by Ernie
Q: Do you know of any software available that can track stock quotes...?

I've built my own using Google sheets, but I did try free evaluation of https://www.sharesight.com/ca/ (Australia, NZ, UK and now in Canada) which looks like a great application, although importing transactions from a Canadian broker could be an issue...
Read Answer Asked by Paul on May 25, 2017
Q: I am up nicely with this stock your thoughts please thanks bill
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