Investment Q&A

Q: Hello 5i Team,
I'm looking to add another dividend name to my son's portfolio (10+ years timeframe) and am trying to decide between GWO and POW. Both have similar yields. I always thought GWO was the "jewel in the crown" of the POW empire, yet some money managers tend to believe it's best to own the parent company than the subsidiaries. I'm not particularly interested in exposure to IG financial, which would be included in POW. How would you compare these two companies in terms of balance sheet strength, growth, dividend growth and overall safety? Which one would you buy?
Much appreciated,
Brian

Q: In a recent response to me you linked to another answer in which you wrote “There would be no withholding tax in an RRSP account”.
I hold MDT in an RRSP and there is in fact a 25% tax withheld. Company is Dublin- based.

Q: I hold shares of FSZ in My RRIF account. It has not been a good performer but pays a nice dividend which is what I want in my RRIF account. I am thinking of selling FSZ and buying Enbridge. The dividend is not as high but is the growth potential going to make up the difference. I do own PPL. What are the chances of a takeover of FSZ. Would you approve of the swap and is there any other companies you might recommend.

Wayne

Q: Are TOU's special dividends sustainable given the drop in natural gas prices, or are their sales locked in at certain prices? Can you estimate what they may be with current gas prices? Somebody was saying they sell a lot to California, which has much higher NG prices. Thanks for your help

Q: Good Day 5i,

A question regarding Leons. I have purchased this from as low as $17 to as high as $23. I hold it for income, and growth, with a two year timeline before changing over to a higher yield for income, as my wife and I retire. Would you consider this a hold for income only or would you consider something with a higher yield?

Q: Hi 5i,
Which of these two dividend payers do you like the best in the current environment. Also would you consider buying both?

Q: Peter, your opinion please. I own BIR TVE MEG SUNCOR CNQ PETYO FRU . Would you please tell me which is the most oily to the least oily, Thanks Ken

Q: Looking at adding to a smallish position in Stelco, but recently saw an analyst recommend Champion Iron. I view Champion as similar to Stelco, being a high volatility business dependent on the pricing environment (iron ore/steel) of their product. I like STLC's large share buybacks, dividends, solid balance sheet and very cheap p/e multiple. With a major recession looking less likely, which do you prefer and why?

Q: I'm looking to add a US dividend company into my portfolio with some growth.
Can you rank the best, in your view, of these 5 companies VNO, BMY, ABBV, BAC and T? Any suggestions to add to the list?

Thank you,

Q: Would like your updated thoughts on SES. Is there more upside? I'm considering a switch to an oil weighted producer.

Q: In order, what are your top 4 Canadian utility holdings for growth, moderate risk and dividends >3%? Five-year time frame. Thank you.

Q: Can u recommend a good sight for DRIP eligibility,I asked BMO about Altagas they said it wasn’t and any sites I google are contradictory and a bit confusing,could you suggest a good one …Thanks

Q: Hi, Could you please share your updated outlook for Tourmaline for 2023 and medium term. Stock price has been lagging the Energy sector, possibly due to steep drop in natural gas prices, for past several weeks. Do you see tide turning any time soon ? Thank You

Q: I HAVE TD WHAT WOULD YOUR FAVORITE BE OF THE ABOVE OR ANY OTHER. A U.S. BANK WOULD BE OK TOO.
AND AS FAR INSURANCE WHERE WOULD YOU PUT MONEY NOW
THANKS.

Q: I am a dividend growth investor and I’m running out of patience with Rogers who hasn’t increased its dividend in over 3 yrs. It appears that Rogers takeover of Shaw is almost certain at this point. This takeover will cost Rogers 20 billion and likely add significant debt to their balance sheet. Do you see Rogers increasing its dividend anytime soon or ever again? I’m considering selling my Rogers shares for a small profit and using the proceeds to increase my Telus holdings and was curious as to your thoughts on this move. Really appreciate the great service that you provide.

Q: how come TVE wouldn't go up in price , I own it and it looks like it should be doing great compared to some companies that are.

Q: Hello, i need a recommandation in US with high dividend and very small risk .Thank you

Q: I have a question for 5i with respect to the “oil service subsector” of the energy sector. I currently own some pipeline stocks (large cap) and some E&P stocks (one small cap and one mid cap), however, I do not own an oil service stock at the present time. So…. I have some questions and would appreciate your views on the subsector.

With E&P companies focused on balance sheets, and returning capital to shareholders, are those management actions having any impact on the oil services sector?? Your views please.

If you think the oil services sector is not unduly impacted by the E&P focus outlined, how do you view the services sector – is it a favourable view??

How might one invest in the sector, would I be better off with a large cap like Schlumberger, Baker Hughes, or Haliburton and if so which one (s) would you favour? If not, are there smaller cap companies that warrant some investor attention and what names come to mind, would your focus be US based or Canadian based – thanks in advance.

Q: I'm having difficultiy deciding whether to take a position in Whictecap or Tamarck. Which of these 2 companies has the best prospects for 2023?

Q: I am interested in increasing my current energy holdings (ENB, TRP, WMB, LNG, TVE, TOU) for higher dividends, likely by selling WMB for PNE, GXE or PEY but saw PBR with its huge 50+% dividend.

Normal questions apply: sustainable, country risk...? Is this the type of heightened div percentages Can companies are talking about increasing toward?

Many thanks.