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Q: PETER. JAPANESE STARTING TO RESTART THEIR NUKES . YOU THINK U - T WOULD BE A GOOD WAY TO PLAY INCREASED URANIUM USE?
Read Answer Asked by EDWARD on February 25, 2014
Q: The jan 20 issue of Forbes had an interesting article on Buy-write closed end funds in the U.S.. The 5 year returns of the 10 they covered averaged between 12% and 18.7%. The m.e.r.s were around 1%. They all trade below n.a.v. ,and the average yield is between 7 and 10 %. Are the trading strategies risky? Is there a disadvantage to Canadian investors? If not what are we missing? See: FFA ,BOE,CII,IGA,ETY,EOI,JSN,ETV,DPO,NFJ. Thanks, Philip
Read Answer Asked by Philip on February 25, 2014
Q: peter first thanks for the canacord recommendation nice call. I bought bse.un quite a while ago, I wonder if I can have your opinion on it. thanks bill
Read Answer Asked by William on February 24, 2014
Q: Jft strategies fund recently announced a new issue for $50m. Is it a good or a bad new for the current unit holders.
Read Answer Asked by Monique on February 19, 2014
Q: What is your view of rbn.un? Would this best be in non-registered, TFSA, or neither?
Read Answer Asked by Kirk on February 17, 2014
Q: My Question is regarding Aberdeen Asia Pacific Income Fund (FAP.to). What is your outlook on this stock in terms of both pricing and liquidity. I have existing holdings, like the distribution however am uncomfortable with the performance over the past year.

Thanks

Todd
Read Answer Asked by Todd on February 15, 2014
Q: Just read your comments to someone else regarding Aberdeen Asia [FAP]. I have held this for several years, and continue to hold as they are still kicking out a good dividend. I'm underwater on the share price of course. Would you recommend holding on, or is there a danger that dividend would be cut, further driving down the price of the shares?
Read Answer Asked by steve on February 11, 2014
Q: Hi, i like your opinion on ihl.un (ing high income floating rate fund)i require 30% of my portfolio in low risk income ,i was sold this new issue at $10.00. and advised to keep this for many years.is the monthly dividend safe?
Read Answer Asked by tim on February 10, 2014
Q: I own a lot of shares of pfn, could you please give
me an update on their status. Thank you.p
Read Answer Asked by Jack on January 29, 2014
Q: I have a small position in PME which is currently trading at my cost.Could you please give an update on the stock and the near term for the price of gold.
Thank you, Bob.
Read Answer Asked by Bob on January 27, 2014
Q: holding DGS - they just announced a Treasury offering - there was a significant increase in volume to the downside. Should I have any concerns about dilution, even though it is noted that dilution should not occur

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Dave on January 23, 2014
Q: Your last report on pfn was November, with interest going up will this have an effect on this bond fund, thank you.


Read Answer Asked by Jack on January 12, 2014
Q: Hi

Could you provide some insight on the Central Fund of Canada as a possible vehicle for exposure to gold and silver bullion. In particular, can you elaborate on the fees associated with this fund.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Greg on January 06, 2014
Q: Hi Team - I know you have been critical of RIB.un in the past. It has been a decent yield play and has held up fairly well in the NAV dept. They are proposing an increase in their leverage to a max 35%. Thoughts? Happy New Year
Read Answer Asked by Scott on January 02, 2014
Q: I would like your opinion on 3 names FTN,DFN,INC.U all pay large dividends, are the dividends secure and do you see any growth. thanks
Read Answer Asked by Larry on December 30, 2013
Q: Hi there
Wondering for an income side of a portfolio what you think of OCS.un? I like the 7% yield and the integrity and track record of Onex backing it.

Much thanks
Stuart
Read Answer Asked by Stuart on December 26, 2013
Q: Can you please provide your opinion on RIL.UN? I currently hold this position and debate on liquidating it.
Read Answer Asked by Andrew on December 17, 2013
Q: Morning,
What are your thoughts on FAP? Where is the best place to check on it's NAV? Do you think the NAV will move up or down from here? Thanks.
Larry
Read Answer Asked by Lawrence on December 17, 2013
Q: I am looking for a lower risk income product for short term holding. Hoping for more than 1%. I came across BBO.PR.A which is a closed end Blackrock split corp pref share product holding Big Bank and Oil. Seems to stay just above it's NAV of $10 except back in 2008. Seems like a pretty safe 5% yield holding. Volume is low though. I can't really get a handle on the split corp structure and risks etc. Any guidance or comments would be appreciated. Anything that would be better? I am also considering BMO Covered Call products. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Dathan on December 13, 2013
Q: Hello. Your opinion on LFE, Canadian Life Companies Split Corp. please. Buy, sell or hold? They recently reinstated a dividend. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Max on December 13, 2013
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