How can specialty mutual funds mitigate some of the risks associated with the product?
Correct Answer: B
Specialty funds are narrowly focused and often risky on their own. However, when combined with other asset classes, they can add diversification benefits, especially if their returns have a low correlation with other portfolio holdings . Holding high beta securities increases risk. Using derivatives may increase returns but not reduce risk. Fewer sectors = higher concentration risk. Therefore, risk mitigation comes from low-correlation diversification.
IFC Exam Question 27
At 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 6, the following information is collected for the Marigold Canadian Dividend Fund: What is the net asset value per unit NAVPU for the Marigold Canadian Dividend Fund for July 6?
Correct Answer: C
This is the net asset value per unit (NAVPU) for the Marigold Canadian Dividend Fund for July 6. The NAVPU is calculated by dividing the net asset value (NAV) of the fund by the number of units outstanding. In this case, the NAVPU is $8.25 ($45,668,900 / 5,564,443). The NAV is the value of a fund's assets minus the value of its liabilities. The value of assets is the value of all the securities in the portfolio, plus any cash and cash equivalents, plus any accrued income for the day. The value of liabilities is the value of all short-term and long-term liabilities, plus any accrued expenses for the day. The NAV is usually expressed on a per-share or per-unit basis, which is the NAVPU. The NAVPU is the price at which investors can buy or sell units of the fund. It is determined at the end of each trading day based on the closing market prices of the portfolio's securities. The NAVPU can change daily depending on the performance of the securities in the fund and the fund's expenses.
IFC Exam Question 28
Nancy received a $160 taxable dividend from Can-Star Ltd., whose shares she holds in her non-registered account. Can-Star is a taxable Canadian corporation. What is the approximate amount of the dividend tax credit Nancy will receive on the shares?
Correct Answer: C
Eligible Canadian dividends are grossed up by 38% and then receive a federal dividend tax credit of 15.02% of the taxable amount. For Nancy's $160 dividend: Grossed-up amount = $160 × 1.38 = $220.80 Federal dividend tax credit = 15.02% × $220.80 = $33.15 Thus, Nancy will receive a dividend tax credit of approximately $33.
IFC Exam Question 29
Jehona is a Dealing Representative with Vista Wealth Investments Inc., a mutual fund dealer in Ontario and Nova Scotia. Jehona has reviewed her client Sokol's account and wants to adjust the holdings and re-balance the portfolio. Which of the following statements about Jehona's permitted activities is CORRECT?
Correct Answer: B
The statement that is correct about Jehona's permitted activities is option B. According to Section 13.3 of National Instrument 31-103 Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations (NI 31-103), registered individuals must not engage in discretionary trading, meaning that they must not execute a transaction for a client's account without the specific authorization of the client before the transaction. Therefore, if Jehona wants to execute trades for Sokol's account, Sokol must provide his specific authorization before the trades are entered. The other statements are not correct about Jehona's permitted activities. Option A is false because a Limited Authorization Form does not allow Jehona to process trades in the account without Sokol's pre-approval; rather, it allows Jehona to accept instructions from a third party authorized by Sokol, such as a spouse or a lawyer. Option C is false because Sokol cannot give Jehona discretionary trading authority, as it is prohibited by NI 31-103 for mutual fund dealers and their representatives. Option D is false because appointing Jehona as his Power of Attorney does not allow Jehona to execute trades without Sokol's pre-approval; rather, it allows Jehona to act on behalf of Sokol in legal and financial matters, subject to certain conditions and limitations. References: [Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations], [Discretionary Trading | GetSmarterAboutMoney.ca], [Limited Authorization Form | IFIC], [Power of Attorney | GetSmarterAboutMoney.ca]
IFC Exam Question 30
Which statement about unused registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contribution room is CORRECT?
Correct Answer: B
Unused RRSP contribution room is the amount of RRSP contributions that you did not deduct in previous years and are available to deduct in the current year. Unused RRSP contribution room can be carried forward to future years indefinitely, until you use it up or reach the age of 71. You can find your unused RRSP contribution room on your notice of assessment or by logging into your Canada Revenue Agency account. References: What to do with unused RRSP, PRPP or SPP contributions