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Q: Would you please comment on what is going on in the markets today; is this a buying opportunity or should we wait. What do you do with your portfolio on days like this?
Read Answer Asked by Richard on February 03, 2014
Q: What are your thoughts on LIQ at this time?
Read Answer Asked by Vince on February 03, 2014
Q: With CLQ & SIM getting together I fail to understand why the price of both of them has come off. It seems to me the Lundin family is taking over and moving their management in. I've always done well following the Lundin's around when it comes to mining. Could you explain to me why the Lundin name always shows up in holding companies like Zebra, Loritto etc. aren't the family just paying extra lawyers and accountants.
Read Answer Asked by Doug on February 03, 2014
Q: Hello, we have cash funds to put to work in our TFSA. We already own AVO/E/Magna/CSU/AYA. Do you have one or two further recommendations, or would you suggest adding to any of the stocks already held? Thank you, Bill Y.
Read Answer Asked by Bill on February 03, 2014
Q: Hi,

I am thinking of creating a high risk portfolio of the following stocks with 10% of total portfolio ($12k) weighting allocated equally between these ($1k each). The commission will be $7 per transaction.

PLI,PN, HEO, LXV, PHM, LOY, FLY, GXI, NRG, SY, TNG, WEW, ZMS
Read Answer Asked by Imtiaz on February 03, 2014
Q: Hello Peter and team, I wanted to ask if you think the following strategy is sound. I'm just starting out looking at ETF's and am considering buying ZSP until CAD bottoms out, at which time change to ZUE.
Read Answer Asked by Keith on February 03, 2014
Q: Hello 5i

I am planning to switch my RRIFs from Corp Bonds held during contribution yrs to US index ETFs now that I am well into compulsory payout phase. I am looking at VUN or VFV. VUN is only 6mo old with a much smaller subscription and a more diverse index, and better current trading volume despite its smaller size. (you made some comments on why size matters which don’t seem to apply to these 2 funds given that they hold only the US$ equivalent Vanguard funds).

The only reason I am considering the C$ unhedged funds is to avoid the 2-2.5% charges BMO levies for both Buy & Sell transactions. So Vanguard is providing these currency transactions at no cost. Is there some trick of the light here here that I am missing

Your comment appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by Ernie on February 03, 2014
Q: Hello 5i,
I’m raising cash by selling US stocks and looking for a few good buys in the US small/mid cap area, sector isn’t a priority with the exception of REITs/oil/gas/pipelines, but I would like a 4% div. minimum. I know you folks like technology and healthcare anything there? Please help with some ideas.
Read Answer Asked by Mark on February 03, 2014
Q: Hi Peter,
I have just read a comprehensive report on LNG. Please give me your expert opinion on which of these companies Entrec or Petrowest would most likely be successful over the next few years.
tks Gord
Read Answer Asked by gord on February 03, 2014
Q: GPS, DHX, and AYA, these three stocks are of interest and I believe still have good growth potential by 5i. Is this still correct? Which stock would you put in which account when looking at a RSP, TFSA, and non-registered account. Is there an account you would not put one of these stocks into, meaning more potential downside risk. I tend to have a buy and hold approach.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Matthew on February 03, 2014
Q: Hi Peter and Team
Alacer Gold has mines in Turkey. Do you think there political turmoil and currency crisis will have any long term negative impact on ASR. I do believe ASR stock has not done as well as the sector in the past 2 weeks. In general how would you rate the risks for this company? Thank you for your time and insights!
Dr. Ernest Rivait
Read Answer Asked by Ernest on February 03, 2014
Q: The pipeline utilities IPL PPL ALA ENF are trading well above their moving averages on lowish volume, some setting new highs in the face of generally higher interest rates and a weak market, while TRP has been quite volatile on high volume. What should a holder read into this? Thanks, J.
Read Answer Asked by Jeff on February 03, 2014
Q: Is this a relatively sound strategy:
"Buy all stocks in a single sector (100% market share) to mitigate risk of competition between the players."

For example, in a stable and growing market like Canadian telecom, I'll just buy Telus, Rogers AND BCE which makes up for 90% (?) of the telecom market. Sounds like a no-brainer. Of course there is risk from outside competition but it sounds like since the Verizon entry into Canada didn't materialize, there isn't much competition anyway.

There is over-concentration risks etc and also regulatory risk, however.
Read Answer Asked by Eugene on February 03, 2014
Q: Hi Team:

In my RRSP, I have about 25 to 30% in bonds, mostly in short term
and one of the mutual funds where the bonds are, MD Bond funds is well managed; the bonds have taken a hit due to the impending rise of interest rates, I have some in Mawer Balance fund in the RRSP as well
I have taken a small position in MFC recently. I wonder if moving another 5% of the bonds to US equity like SPY VIG would be appropriate, I have already have 10% of the RRSP portfolio in XTR, a monthly income fund yielding about 5%; thanks team; I hope that I am not confusing you, let me know if you need more information
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 03, 2014