Investment Q&A

Q: Morning 5i,
You may have recently fielded similar general questioning and if so I apologize for the repetition, but here goes. Almost exactly two years ago the market was at a high very similar to its current level and I was feeling very good about my holdings, but things turned south pretty quickly - especially in tech but in other sectors as well - and it's taken me much of the two years since to recover. Granted, at that time I was holding tech names like LSPD, ILLM, EGLX, XEBEC, DOC and WELL which have now been replaced by LMN, CTS, HTA, TXF, TXF.B and I have shored up the non tech end of things with names like BNS, CM, GSY, PRL, EQB, CNQ, TOU, SU, KEY, ENB, EIF, SIS, DHT.UN and MDA but I can't help but wonder - are we approaching that precipice again and if not, why not?
Is the market fundamentally stronger now, and more resilient, than it was when everything looked oh so rosy two years ago? Presently things seem to me almost too good to be true, and I think when that's the case they often are and I would sure appreciate your perspective on the year ahead. (Right now I feel like I should all and go to cash ...).
Thanks, and please deduct as you think appropriate.
Peter

Q: I acknowledge that timing a revenue growth inflection is a fraught undertaking. Could you suggest one or two stocks that you believe have the best opportunity and your thinking.

Q: Hi 5i
Currently own both but I intend to sell AQN to top up PSI or release funds for something new.
My question is relating to the likelihood of AQN suddenly gaining attention and being re-rated to the upside, effectively making this a timing question.
Thanks

Q: The governments of the United States and Canada may reduce interest rates this year. Based on recent inflation data, it appears that Canada will lower interest rates sooner than the US. My question is: Will the yield of Canadian bonds respond to the Canadian interest rate cut, or will it be influenced by developments in the US bond market? Thanks

Q: What is going on with Morgan Stanley . ? Money Laundering ?

What will be done to MS by regulators What will be long term effect on Shares ? RAK

Q: your comments please after the current share offering. thanks

Q: I currently hold a half postion in Google, Mircrosoft and Meta. Im looking starting a half position in Intel. What is your thought on Intel for a least a 5 year hold.

Q: when mister market allocates a 9 percent yield on utility does this not provide a red flag to 5i.? forgetting the fall back answer of falling interest rates what specific strategies does BCE need to implement to restore value to its shareholders ? what is the current payout ratio on the dividend and how does it compare to the last 3 years history? thanks Richard

Q: Hi there!

Do you still think Qcomm is reasonably priced at its current level? Can you please give an update for this year and next?

Thank you

Q: What would be ideal entry points for these two stocks?

Thanks, as always.
Joanne

Q: I have some USD cash sitting in my RRSP. What would be your most compelling buys today for an agressive investor for an RRSP, irregardless of sector. Kindly rank if possible. (with the caveat that tax loss selling isn’t possible)

I was considering FCX or EXP as I am light on materials. Would either of these fit in an RRSP, and which of these two would be your preference at this time?

Thank you
Please deduct as you deem fit.

Q: Gud seems to be on a bit of a run is there any recent news that your aware of for the new interest and would you change your opinion.

Q: Please comment on earning. Thanks a lot.

Q: In consumer staples I currently own PBH and have for years in a registered account. Wondering if it's time to move on to either L or ATD. How would you compare these and which do you prefer? Thank you

Q: I have held Freehold for a little over 2 years, and am no more than even on the stock price (but at least have the dividends). Similar to James' question today, I am thinking about selling FRU and moving to an energy income ETF. I have been looking at EMAX, but was not aware of ENCC that was mentioned by James. EMAX is new, but I like the North American approach vs ENCC which appears to be only Canadian companies. Could you compare the pros and cons of each ETF, including taxation of distributions, call strategy and any trading premium to NAV. Do you have a preference of one over the other? My objective is some sector exposure and income, more than capital gains.
Thank-you

Q: I would like to get some exposure to nuclear energy. What would you suggest? Do you like any of these companies?

Q: I own a modest position in Hudbay Minerals (HBM). I was underwater on the stock but now I am up nearly 40 per cent with the recent run inculind today April 9. I have owned this one in the past and I have always sold it when it goes on a run and then I buy it back when it slides a few months later. Unfortunatley I did not add to my HBM position when it was badly beaten down in 2023. I don't want to add to this one but I am thinking of selling since that has served me well in the past. But this time I think it may be different since the "copper is the metal needed for the electrification of the world theme" might actually taking hold. HBM also produces a sizeable about of gold so I am not sure if that is driving the recent surge in the share price. What do the 5i guys think and would you buy, sell, or hold HBM without just shy of $11 per share?

Q: There has been an upward trend in silver the last bit. Would you know the reason for this? Do you believe this trend will continue for the remainder of 2024?

Q: I see Piper Sandler just issued a SELL rating for SHOP. The stock has been weaker than the overall market the past few weeks. Is there anything out there that is causing the drop? What factors are at play here? Is it still one of your favourites?

Q: Everyone, I have been watching the above growth stocks since late last year. I usually have one or two high growth quality stocks that will add to the average returns of my portfolio. My last purchase of a high growth stock was LMN, which I purchased last September, with an average price of $20.50. The ones I am watching now have risen significantly and I am hesitant to buy into them since they might decline 50%. So should I buy a small portion of each to maybe a 10% holding of my overall portfolio? Or should I wait till……..
Clayton