Q: Hi, Both BCE and Telus are presently trading about 15% below their recent highs, with general market decline and perhaps due to higher interest rates scenario in the near term. Both companies have announced excellent results and dividend increase, currently yielding 5.75% and 4.75%, respectively. Analysts are generally positive on both stocks for income and some growth and have not adjusted their earnings expectations downwards. Could you please comment on their present and historical valuations.

Our understanding is that Telcos and Utilities are good sectors to own, to protect from market downturn, current as well as in a recessionary environment. do you agree ? Also, when Central banks are done with their tightening cycle, say by 2023 end, do you see the valuations of these companies bouncing back to previous highs, assuming, there is no change to their business fundamentals. Thank You

Q: I can get 5% + annual return to maturity on many triple B+ rated corporate bonds in the 6-8 year time frame. Do you see much risk of default or other issues with corporate bonds with companies like Enbridge, TD, Loblaws, and BCE? (I realize their face value will fluctuate as interest rates go up or down)

Q: Greetings 5i,

Can you rank in a list the top5 Canadian Banks, top 3 Life Companies, and 2 Telcos in order of preferance for purchasing today for longer term hold.

Can you briefly outline your reasons as to why you ranked the Lifecos as you did in comparison to the others on the list.

Cheers!