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Q: SPDR SER TR S&P CAP MKTS ETF
KCE
What do you think about this etf?
Read Answer Asked by Gary on October 02, 2024
Q: For a CAD denominated S&P500 ETF would you prefer VFV or ZSP and why? In response to similar questions in the past it seems sometimes you suggest VFV, other times ZSP. I’m assuming that for all practical purposes they’re basically interchangeable with little to differentiate one from the other and that either would be fine. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Bruce on October 02, 2024
Q: I have positions in these companies. some of the names have pulled back recently. Would you be adding to any of these names? What entry point would you be adding?

Thank You
Tim
Read Answer Asked by Timothy on October 02, 2024
Q: what percent of an all equity portfolio would you be comfortable allocating to an ETF like SPY or an Asset Manager like BN or Berkshire?

Currently my BN/BAM allocation is about 15%, i'm contemplating bringing it up to 20%
Read Answer Asked by Rob on October 02, 2024
Q: I have held PBH for 5 years now. I like the increasing dividend and have seen a small amount of capital increase as well. I just added to my position. They are forecasting an increase in sales and EBITA of 50% or so over the next 3 years. With all the capex being spent on expansions some of this should help expand the margins as well. If this all works out I expect there is a reasonable chance of good capital expansions in the future as well as the dividend increases I have been getting. Any thoughts.
Read Answer Asked by Jerome on October 02, 2024
Q: Retired dividend-income investor with a concentrated portfolio. My main exposure to the Healthcare sector is LIFE. I currently have over 4,800 shares and am contemplating adding another 400+ shares.

I like everything about LIFE, except for the liquidity. It trades, depending on the timeframe, roughly 12,000 to 17,000 shares/day. I understand the market can either make or delete shares as needed.

If I needed to swap out of LIFE, I could purchase HHL which has better liquidity, but a higher MER. However LIFE is held in a Cash account and would generate some capital gains.

I asked this exact same question 1-2 years ago and thought I'd check in to make sure a) you were still a fan of "LIFE", and b) you still agree that, as a long term hold, you are not concerned with the liquidity under my circumstances.

Thanks for your help....Steve
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on October 02, 2024
Q: Good Day

I know I have an apple and an orange here but... I have a 1/2 position in CNQ and am into DOO at $100/share. I think I can get a quicker return by selling DOO and buying the other 1/2 position in CNQ. What does 5I think on as it pertains to the possibility of getting a quicker return over say the next 3 years.

Carl
Read Answer Asked by Carl on October 01, 2024
Q: Because the stock symbols are distinct can I sell BEP.UN at a loss and then buy BEPC within a week while booking the loss?
With appreciation,
Ed
Read Answer Asked by Ed on October 01, 2024
Q: Hi I asked this question last week and think it may have slipped through.
I am down 6% on ATD. I am thinking of selling to claim the capital loss but concerned of it popping back up in the short term. Where do you see it going from here? Would you sell and buy back after 30 days or move to something else? What other top 5 CDN or US stock would you consider to replace it in the same sector for a 5 year hold period. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Marco on October 01, 2024
Q: For gold, I've always liked your idea of holding the real thing. I therefore followed your advice to have PHYS which I hold as an insurance rather than for trading.

I'm looking to build the same thing in Bitcoin for about 5% of my portfolio. Can you recommend an ETF or fund that is based on holding bitcoin (rather than one that places bets on it).

I'd like to know your opinion on the best one in CAD and in USD. Since I'm holding it for the long term, would it be better to covert to USD and hold it all there?

Please also give your opinion on the 'insurance' strategy and whether you think 5% of each of gold and bitcoin is a suitable amount for this purpose.

Thanks as always.
Read Answer Asked by Kevin on October 01, 2024
Q: Hello,
I am mainly a growth focused investor and recently sold BYD leaving WSP and TFII for my industrial holdings. What would your top 3 picks be at today’s prices for CAD industrial names? Also top 3 CAD outside the industrial sector?
Thank you for your service
Read Answer Asked by Nick on October 01, 2024
Q: Peter and His Wonder Team
I realize this is a speculative stock. Please just give me your best speculative answer. I own it and not sure to hold for another few quarters or just move on! I would be upset if it crashed. Thanks...your opinions are always helpful!
Read Answer Asked by Ernest on October 01, 2024