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DISNAT GPS: TRACK AN INVESTMENT PROFESSIONAL’S STRATEGIES

The independent investors are striving to find new tools which will help them to increase their knowledge and expand their awareness of market realities. Disnat GPS model portfolios are real portfolios that are managed by a professional, which you can review, track and reproduce for yourself; in whole or just the holdings that interest you.

With Disnat GPS :

  • Monitor the various investment approaches of the Portfolio Strategist and get prompt notifications of changes in model portfolios with express alerts and financial newletters


  • Replicate the model portfolio in whole or in part by placing your own trades


  • Stay informed with our weekly information bulletins and educational seminars


PORTFOLIO DESCRIPTION AND PERFORMANCE

Canadian Positioning Model
  • Diversification in different economic sectors (weighting may vary according to market conditions)
  • Approximate holding of 10 stocks, all listed on the TSX
  • Monitored regularly, with an investment horizon of one to five years
  • Annual turnover of approximately 10 trades (five sell and five buy)
Diversified Positioning Model
  • Broad diversification geographically and by economic sector
  • High-quality Canadian and international companies dominant in their sector
  • Approximate holding of 20 stocks
  • Listed on the Toronto, New York, NASDAQ, or AMEX exchanges
  • Monitored regularly, with an investment horizon of one to five years
  • Annual turnover of approximately 10 trades (five sell and five buy)
Global Positioning Model
  • Broad diversification geographically and by economic sector
  • Designed as a complementary portfolio to the Canadian portfolio
  • Style is a mix of “value” investing and “growth at a reasonable price”
  • International diversification, with a focus on foreign companies dominant in their sector
  • Approximate holding of 10 stocks, all listed on the Toronto, New York, NASDAQ, or AMEX exchanges
  • Monitored regularly, with an investment horizon of one to five years
  • Annual turnover of approximately 10 trades (five sell and five buy)
ETF Positioning Model
  • About 10 to 20 ETFs
  • Good diversification both geographically and in terms of asset allocation and sectors
  • The global economic, financial, and political environment, as well as the outlook for different countries and sectors, are the primary selection criteria
  • Short to medium investment horizon (one to five years) regularly monitored.
  • Annual turnover of approximately 10 trades (five sell and five buy)






About the DisnatGPS
Portfolio Strategist

Steve Deschesnes
LL.L, CIM, DMS

Steve Deschesnes has been with Desjardins Securities since 2000. During this time, he has held a variety of positions, including Investment Advisor, Portfolio Advisor and Financial Analyst, with duties ranging from supervising the Desjardins Securities Canadian Equities model portfolio to writing financial articles for print, radio and television media. He is the Disnat GPS Portfolio Strategist since 2008.

Steve holds a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Ottawa, as well as Canadian Investment Manager (CIM) and Derivatives Market Specialist (DMS) designations awarded by the Canadian Securities Institute.

Want to discuss portfolio strategies with Steve?

Meet him at one of our live events »

UPCOMING EVENTS

The World Outlook Financial Conference
Presented in english by Steve Deschenes, Disnat
Saturday, February 11, 2012     |     09:00 AM     |     Westin Bayshore Hotel, 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver V6G 2V4
The World Outlook Financial Conference has become a place for sophisticated investors to gather each year to discover new opportunities and strategies, exchange ideas, plan for the coming year and enjoy the camaraderie of like-minded individuals. Founded by Michael Campbell, British Columbia’s most respected business analyst, this two-day event has a mandate to offer unbiased, world-class information and analysis. Whether you are a sophisticated investor or simply want a sense of how the markets will respond in the year ahead, this conference is not to be missed. Don't miss The World Outlook Financial Conference, February 10th-11th, 2012.
Non member price: 119$
Disnat Client: 119$
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Market Overview with Disnat GPS Portfolio Strategist
Presented in french by Steve Deschenes, Disnat
Tuesday, February 14, 2012     |     12:00 PM     |     Webinar
Find out about current global economic market trends with Steve Deschesnes, Disnat GPS™ Portfolio Strategist. Steve will also cover model portfolios asset mix and stock selection strategies. This conference is an excellent opportunity to discuss stock markets and investments, while learning about the unique investment philosophy of the Disnat GPS™ program. *** Disnat GPS is designed for independent investors*** (Duration : 60 minutes)
Non member price: Free
Disnat Client: Free
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Using fundamental analysis to target bargains
Presented in french by Steve Deschenes, Disnat
Wednesday, February 22, 2012     |     07:00 PM     |     Centre de congrès Château Royal, 3500, boul. du Souvenir, Laval H7V 1X2
Explore different methods to promote effective decision-making in the selection of securities in the company of Steve Deschesnes, Portfolio Strategist, Disnat GPS. Through examples selected from the securities held in Disnat GPS portfolios, he will address the main concepts of fundamental analysis, such as the positioning of the industry, positioning of the company in its market as well as key financial ratios. (Duration 90 minutes)
Non member price: Free
Disnat Client: Free
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Fiscal and Economic Review of the Markets
Presented in french by Steve Deschenes, Disnat
Monday, February 27, 2012     |     06:30 PM     |     Hôtel Québec - Salle Monet Vangogh, 3115, avenue des Hôtels, Québec G1W 3Z6
Discover the major trends in the global economy and financial markets with Steve Deschesnes, Portfolio Strategist of the Disnat GPS financial newsletter. In language that can be understood by all, and with the goal of answering all of your questions, Mr. Deschesnes uses lessons from the past to draw a realistic picture of the current economic situation and to propose viable solutions to allow investors in general and Desjardins members in particular, to be better equipped to face the many challenges of the coming years. *** The Disnat GPS financial newsletter is intended for independent investors *** (Duration: 120 minutes)
Non member price: Free
Disnat Client: Free
Register Now »

Market Overview with Disnat GPS Portfolio Strategist
Presented in french by Steve Deschenes, Disnat
Wednesday, March 14, 2012     |     12:00 PM     |     Webinar
Find out about current global economic market trends with Steve Deschesnes, Disnat GPS™ Portfolio Strategist. Steve will also cover model portfolios asset mix and stock selection strategies. This conference is an excellent opportunity to discuss stock markets and investments, while learning about the unique investment philosophy of the Disnat GPS™ program. *** Disnat GPS is designed for independent investors*** (Duration : 60 minutes)
Non member price: Free
Disnat Client: Free
Register Now »

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Important: Please note that even with any modification made to the model portfolios that you have selected, you remain solely responsible for your investment decisions and that Disnat will not take into consideration your financial situation, your investment knowledge, your investment objectives nor your risk tolerance when your orders are approved. Changes made to the model portfolios you have chosen in no way constitute a buy or sell recommendation from Disnat. New GPS subscribers get three months of free unlimited use. As of the fourth month, a fee of $29.85 per quarter will apply.

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