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Q: Could I please have your thoughts on Brookfield's recently announced results. Thank You.
Read Answer Asked by Brian on February 12, 2016
Q: In my husbands Rrsp account we have been generally following the income portfolio with regards to equities. Since he doesn't have a pension, it is important that it generates a steady income while preserving capital although he would not be touching capital for a few years. We recently added Bns when the dividend went to 5.5%. Given Boston pizzas increased dividend announcement and its drop in price today, would you purchase it today for income knowing that the stock price will probably increase in the further when the markets stabilize or are there other stocks that are more compelling.
Thank you.
Maggie
Read Answer Asked by Maggie on February 11, 2016
Q: Did their Q come in as you expected?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by sandy on February 11, 2016
Q: I have been looking at this for quite a while: keeps going down when one would think the opposite? Is there a concern about: oil companies going under & thus defaulting, increasing interest rates in the US - minimal as they may be? Usually bonds and equities act contrary to each. In any case, I was going to buy 3000 shares for my RIF - currently have no bonds and this would be a small position.
Read Answer Asked by James on February 11, 2016
Q: I had asked a question earlier regarding Bonds vs. Bond ETF's. I am still unclear on how to assure the return of my capital with an ETF or any Bond fund. I understand the income side but if the ETF value drops there is no capital return like there is with an actual Bond. - If I have $100k to invest in Bonds is my capital not much safer with 5 laddered high quality bonds than with an ETF. Is there any way to purchase a bundle of bonds and allow them to mature? or is there a similar fixed income investment that preserves the capital value - thanks for your help.
Read Answer Asked by Ron on February 10, 2016
Q: As this seems to be a pretty popular topic today. A potentially profitable trade on this security is selling the $10 July puts for .55 cents. This will give the seller the right to buy the stock at $10 and have .55 cents in their pocket already for a potentially effective purchase price on AQN of $9.45.

Think that might be of interest, who wouldn't want AQN at $9.45 if the stock closes below $10 on expiry date?

Sheldon
Read Answer Asked by Sheldon on February 10, 2016
Q: Fortis buys ITC. How does the currency work? If it's Canadian dollars it seems to me that the risk is great if the Canadian dollar goes to par in a year. I am somewhat confused on that basis albeit I like the idea of Canadian companies buying foreign companies. Perhaps you can give us your take on the currency implications.
Regards
Read Answer Asked by roland on February 10, 2016
Q: Hi 5i: My utilities sector is a bit under-weight at the moment, and I'm considering the addition of RNW. The dividend is high, but its parent does not inspire confidence. However, I have heard some analysts recommend it and suggest that the dividend is safe. I would appreciate your comments - I assume that it would not provide much growth. Any alternatives suggestions would also be welcome (I have AQN already, along with FTS and pipes in another portfolio). Many thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Roland on February 10, 2016
Q: Most if not all of the convertible bonds offering I have seen, the conversion price is at a premium to the trading price of the stock. This one is somehow unique. Can you please explain why? If I am holding the shares in a registered account wouldn't be better to hold the convertible instead (more secure and higher distribution at least for now)? Would this situation encourage arbitrage, buying the convertible and selling the stock short driving the stock price down? Do you expect that this bond to sell at a premium to the stock as soon as it hits the market?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Saad on February 10, 2016
Q: Re your response to Warren on the convertible debetnures.

If the conversion is $10.60, that offers a discount not premium to current market price of $11.50. It should probably sell at a premium to par once trading.

Sheldon
Read Answer Asked by Sheldon on February 10, 2016
Q: I am trying to get a list of the latest version (I believe issued in late January 2016)of the companies included in the Canadian Dividend Aristocrats (CDA). I have tried the internet but cannot find a listing of the CDA. Thanks Mike
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 09, 2016
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