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Q: First National Financial (FN) has an average volume of 17,566 shares traded. Today, it traded 1,120,311 shares, up 47 cents. Have any idea what is going on here?
Read Answer Asked by Ian on August 20, 2013
Q: I am holding Artis Reit and Acadian Timber in my RRSP. The stock has dropped and currently down 13% and 14%. I would appreciate your point of view as to whether I should sell or continue to hold as the loss will not be beneficial! Thanks
Read Answer Asked by diane joan on August 20, 2013
Q: Hi Peter and Team, I have been watching LW for some time and up until last week it was rather docile (hovering in the $12-$13 range all year). However, in the last 7 days it went from $12.45 to $10.50 as I am looking at my screen right now. That is a one week loss of almost 16%. Do you think this loss is justified or is this an opportunity to get in cheap?
Read Answer Asked by Kim on August 20, 2013
Q: The last week has been particularly rough on two stocks I own, namely MEQ and LW. I have not seen any bad fundamental news and am wondering what your current views on these two companies are. I have held them both for a couple of years and would prefer to continue to hold. Thanks, Bill.
Read Answer Asked by Bill on August 20, 2013
Q: Hi Team,

In a question/answer from earlier today you mentioned an allocation in metals between bullion and stock (clarifying a response from yesterday). You do mention gold specifically today in part of your answer. Are your sentiments the same for silver (i.e., would you be able to suggest an asset allocation between silver and gold bullion and silver and gold stocks)? Or do you see silver and gold as very different commodities (recognizing silver has more industrial use as well as being a store of value)? Is there any point in holding both in bullion and/or stocks? Thanks again.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on August 20, 2013
Q: Peter and Team,

I am working on bringing my portforlio much more in-line with the 5i Model Portfolio.

I have no other exposure to the auto sector and am 31 so I don't have a real need for dividend income yet. Should I be taking a 5% position in Magna or a 5% position in Autocanada or would I be better off doing 2.5% in each. Total portfolio is approximately $100K.
Read Answer Asked by Marc on August 20, 2013
Q: Symbol=VRE. Vanguard Canada FTSE CDN Capped REIT ETF. Contains 19 CDN REITs (RioCan, H&R, Calloway, Cominar, BPO, etc.). MER= 0.40%. Seems like a good way to get REIT diversity for reasonable cost. Previous 5i answers indicated that current REIT slump is due to "sector rotation" and that money may return looking for income. Would VRE be a good way to do this? Comments please. Additional words regarding Vanguard Canada ETFs also appreciated.
Thanks from IslandJohn.

Read Answer Asked by John on August 20, 2013
Q: Hi Peter & Team, I own B2Gold (BTO). They had some news yesterday and i am unclear about the news release. Would you share your thoughts? Thanks,
Read Answer Asked by Ilesh on August 20, 2013
Q: I was wondering about your opinion on PMG (Petrominerales). It is currently paying a 7.8% dividend. I have a small position in it now, and would likely average down a bit if you feel this stock is likely to return to the $10 range over the next year or so. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Jeff on August 20, 2013
Q: In your opinion do the 2nd quarter results of Legumex LWP-T
warrant the 24% decline in the share price?
Read Answer Asked by edward on August 20, 2013
Q: Hi Peter and 5iResearch Team,
I purchased Innovative Composite IC last year. Is there any hope for this company? It seemed like a good idea when I bought it, but has dropped to the bottom of the earth... its valuation anyway!! Thank you. Linda
Read Answer Asked by Linda on August 20, 2013
Q: Peter and Team,

This is a question re: on of your reponses yesterday regarding how much of assets should be in Precious Metals. In your response, you stated that you were comfortable with up to 10%.

I wasn't clear if that 10% included Gold and Silver Bullion and Stocks or just the metals (i.e. the stocks would be a incremental percentage over the metals which, I agree, should be viewed as insurance).
Read Answer Asked by Marc on August 20, 2013
Q: Good Morning,

Could you comment on recent action by Minera (IRL) regarding the financing deal announced yesterday.

Thanks,

Eric
Read Answer Asked by Erichsen on August 20, 2013
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