CASH (CASH)

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star iconAug 16, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 6 opinions in the last 12 months.

The experts discuss the current market conditions and the strategic importance of maintaining a cash position. With the potential for a recession and a market drawdown, some suggest increasing cash reserves, while others maintain a relatively low cash position, emphasizing the importance of breadth in the market. Cash is viewed as a double-edged sword—while it may seem unproductive to hold in inflationary times, it provides flexibility to invest when market conditions improve. The 'Bear-o-meter' is highlighted as a valuable tool for assessing risk, indicating that the market currently reflects a high-risk environment. Experts suggest a cautious approach and a focus on fundamentally sound investments as they navigate through the current market turbulence.

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Consensus
Cautious
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Valuation
Fair Value
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Canadian treasury bills are a good example of this. The only game here is to preserve your capital. If assets get cheaper, you want to have buying power.
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He wants to see that when the next market pulls back toward the lows, what doesn't sell off. There will be lots of opportunities to get plays.
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(A Top Pick Aug 9/07.) Because of extreme volatility last year.
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Recommends 25% cash. The subprime issue in the US is still happening. There will be more write-downs. China is trying to contain growth a little.
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Lots of cash is great right now. 80% would be great. When we are in a correction, wait until it finally turns and then you can out your cash into the next group that leads.
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Would wait for more evidence that the market has gained some strength and to see which sectors will be the new leaders.
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(A Top Pick Feb 28/07.) Currently dropped to less than 10%.
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He still have a huge amount of cash. 1/3 of the amount of money in the market then he would have under normal circumstances.
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(A Top Pick Dec 4/06.) Given that there are a lot of risks in the market, he would suggest keeping 30% of your portfolio in cash.
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Keeps it in boring stuff like GIC’s etc.
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Canadian T-bills. Safe way to invest.
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This can be invested in any of the big 5 banks money market funds or in their T Bill funds.
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Has never had as few stocks in his portfolio in 15 years as he does now. When the market does get hit and companies you like are available, it gives you an opportunity.
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(A Top Pick Aug 30/06.) This was a recommendation until you got through September/October.
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Keep a little powder on the side. 8 to 10%.
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