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Q: Sorry I missed the Canadian ETF in the list below in my question. Thanks,


While there are specifically growth-focused ETFs, we think if one is using an all-equity portfolio (for three of four ETFs) then enough growth is embedded anyway. For a 'one stop shop' we would suggest:

Canadian:

US: VFV

International: VIU

Bonds: XBB
Read Answer Asked by Gregory on November 14, 2023
Q: Hi 5i,

Looking to maintain and potentially expand exposure in my portfolio in the auto industry. Currently have held BWA for 3+ years and feel as though I could be putting this capital to better use elsewhere. Would you be able to recommend any alternatives?

I am not interested in investing in a direct manufacturer like FORD/GM/TESLA since I have no idea how this EV market shift will go. Feel as though the suppliers would be a safer bet.

Thank you,

Greg C.
Read Answer Asked by GREGORY on November 14, 2023
Q: Most of the above listed US stocks are in the S&P 500. And I'm wondering - would 5iR consider them "compounders"?.....Thanks for the insight as I'm keen to know whether yes or no!!!......Tom
Read Answer Asked by Tom on November 14, 2023
Q: I have heard mention made, generally negative, of "external management" in reference to income trusts. I am curious about your expert opinion on this subject with speciic reference to DIR.UN and CSH.UN.
Thank you for your thoughts, Bill
Read Answer Asked by Bill on November 14, 2023
Q: I am looking to simplify the management of my RRSP and my wife’s RRSP by shifting from stocks to ETFs. I’m thinking that it would be easiest to manage if I have 1 ETF for Canadian Equities, 1 for US equities, 1 for International Equities and 1 for bonds/ fixed income.

We have a 10-15 year time horizon so ETFs with a growth orientation would be preferred.

Thanks
Greg



Canadian Equities
US Equities
international Equities
Bonds/ fixed income

Read Answer Asked by Gregory on November 14, 2023
Q: I was very successful with my investment in Kirkland Lake Gold a few years ago, and I wonder if any of that success will rub off on these two junior golds, due to their connection to KL.

KRR just reported decent quarterly results, and I like the fact that Tony Makuch, the former CEO of KL has recently joined the board of KRR. I believe that Makuch played a major role in the success of KL, and I was disappointed when he was kicked out at AEM, probably because of a culture clash.

Eric Sprott has recently made a big purchase of NFG shares, to add to his already big holding. He also played a big part in the success of KL, I believe.

I'd be very interested in your take on these two companies.
Read Answer Asked by Jack on November 14, 2023
Q: I have cash in my TFSA and am thinking the above stocks will experience tax loss selling pressure and I can add to my existing positions at attractive prices for long term holds.
Do you agree that these stocks will be subject to tax loss pressure and is now a good time to buy, wait a bit, or average in each week for the next month or so.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Bruce on November 14, 2023
Q: ETF's. Is this true? Thank you.

Most funds allocate assets in one of two ways. The first and most straightforward way is equal-weighted, which means the money you invest is equally split between the stocks the fund holds. If a fund has 500 companies and you invest $500, each would get $1.

The other primary method is distributing investments by the companies' market capitalizations (market caps). In this case, companies with a higher market cap receive more of the invested amount. For example, if a fund has 500 companies, a $1,000 investment could mean $5 to the largest company in the fund, while $0.10 goes to the smallest. The exact distributions will vary based on the range of market caps in the fund.
Read Answer Asked by Ross on November 14, 2023
Q: Hello 5i Team,

Can I please get your current opinion on Profound Medical? Do you see it as a buy, given the risk level? The recent earnings call sounded very optimistic with a deal signed to install their prostate cancer/BPH thermal ultrasound treatment in 20 Cleveland Clinics across North America. They also mentioned a code approval in the US effective January 2025. Thanks. Brad
Read Answer Asked by Bradley on November 14, 2023
Q: Do you know of an app tied to daily US/Cdn $ exchange rate which I can use to track performance of US stocks in terms of Cdn $ which is required for Canadian tax reporting . I have DRIPs on US stocks but of course their cost in C$ when drip shares are purchased is what is required when asset sold. My online account only tracks the US$ ACB which doesnt track currency on drip settlement date. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Mark on November 14, 2023
Q: Are you able to discern the financial performance of Brookfield Property in the Brookfield Fin Statements...I own some BPO prefs and am interested in knowing it , but unsure how I would find it...many thanks...Cheers
Read Answer Asked by Cam on November 14, 2023
Q: I need to dispose of a stock or two to fund my wife's RMD. Which of the above would be your first choice to sell; please pick 2 or 3 in order of least upside.
Thanks,
Read Answer Asked by Claus on November 14, 2023
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