Q: Is the acquisition a good idea? Or do you think that a grocer should stick to what it knows instead of trying to buy airplanes? According to EIF's new release, it was giving NWC a very competitive price already for they transport services. Does this make NWC still a buy or more a wait and see?
Q: i have a large position in veresen - 10000 shares, mainly for the dividend and jordan cove potential, and then todays announced takeover of veresen at 18.65 a shares cash or pempina shares.i have owned veresen since 11.00 dollars
my question is should i sell my shares, could there be a better offer, i am not a believer in waiting for the deal to close to get an extra 50-75 cents
depending where veresen opens. dave
Q: Does it make sense to hold a dividend ETF when you do not require the income?
I will likely not require these funds for 10 years or more without the requirement for income. Does it make sense to focus on growth instead?
I am specifically looking at this ETF as its concentrated to holding only 40 companies.
Q: What would your suggestion(s) be if one wanted to have the safest portfolio possible which generated a 4%-5% return? Would the 5i income portfolio be considered the lowest risk, lowest volatility option to get the desired return?
Q: I am assuming the North West announcement that they are pulling their business and becoming self-sufficient through an acquisition, is the reason for the steep decline lately. Should one conclude that the impact is now baked into the SP?
Q: What is your view on the announcement by EIF regarding the loss of North West as a client? The announcement said the effect on the bottom line is only about $1 million, which is so immaterial.
Also, is this piece of business development what the shorts are basing their recent incessant attack of the EIF SP? If so, can we expect a much appreciated short squeeze on Monday?
Q: I would like to use GRT.UN, CM,ENF,PZA,TD,SMU.UN,T,AX,BCE,AND FC in a retirement income portfolios what do you think. Are there any I should not use.
Recently, RBC expressed concern about competition in DR's largest market, is it overdone? May have your thoughts on this? I was thinking of reducing an oversized position before it becomes right-sized on its own, if you know what I mean.
Q: Currently I own the shares of IPL in my income portfolio. I see that PPL and VSN outperformed IPL in term of price appreciation.
Should I sell my IPL shares and buy one or both of the above mentioned stocks, or should I keep my IPL shares and add either PPL or VSN to my income portfolio. Will this be too much exposure to the same sector?
Between PPL and VSN which one do you prefer?
What is your recomendation?
Q: Is it a good idea to have us bond etf in a portfolio. It would allow me to rebalance to us equities in declines etc in the us portion of my portfolio.
i currently have 20% in cbo. i could cut this to 15% and put 5% in a us bond etf. I have 20% US equities in my portfolio.
if you like this idea what do you suggest for etfs?
Q: Good morning, I have a special cash account which I view more or less as a replacement for a savings account at my credit union so I've focused this account on fairly safe dividend payers with a few growth stocks sprinkled in. I'm planning on selling CGX and will then have enough cash for 3 new positions. In financials I'm thinking of some growth. Would you choose gsy or ecn? In tech. Evertz or ABT? And lastly, Valener,SPB? or Enbridge? Thanks, Rod
Q: Hi, I have Bce,bought at 49,and thinking of selling for a profit. There are a few hold ratings with a lower target price. Could this be just to get you to trade?
Would it be a good idea to take profit or hold for longer term? If I sold I would have to replace it with a dividend stock (similar) with a two year+ hold, any suggestions?
Thanks,Brad
Q: I would like to add one more stock to my income portfolio. All of above mentioned stocks distribute rich dividends. I am seeking income plus reasonable growth.
Which one of the above mentioned stocks do you prefer, or do you suggest some other name instead?
My portfolios Energy and REIT exposure is modest, however I am overweight in Financials and Technology, and underwent in industrials and I have no exposure to the materials sector.
Q: I am a retired senior who relies on the income generated from my non registered account, RRSP and TFSA.
My philosophy is to enjoy my money NOW ( while I am still alive!). I am confused as to how to treat ' return of capital' which form part of some companies distribution.
Does this form of income effectively lower the cost of your shares and thus increase your EVENTUAL capital gain (and tax)?. I like the idea of getting money now and paying the tax later (like when I'm dead!). I assume this is relevant only for a non registered account.
What sectors use 'return of capital' and do who have any particular stocks to recommend? Thanks
Q: Just to clarify, my question below is about CUS.DB.D
Just wondering what your thoughts are on the offer to redeem the 3 Canexus debentures. As an income seeking investor, should one accept the cash offer or keep the 6.5% debentures until the end of term? Pros and cons? I was also wondering if one doesn't accept the cash offer, will there be a secondary market for these debentures? Will the convertible feature remain in place? Thanks for all your help.