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Q: In a recent interview Tom Liston said he sees venture capital shifting from resources to technology and believes there are a number of good Cdn tech companies that are IPO capable. In fact he sees a pent up demand in public markets for IPO's.
Do you get the same sense, and if so would this be a catalyst for CF?
Mike
Read Answer Asked by michael on February 02, 2015
Q: Hi 5i,

Part of my core holdings is CWB. I am attracted to the 20+ years of continuous profitability and dividend growth. It has now declined to the point where it's nearing 9x PE & 1.4x BV.

At what level would you say it becomes way too compelling not to add more to the core? It's a 4% holding currently.

Thanks,

J
Read Answer Asked by JAIME on January 30, 2015
Q: Since September, AHF has lost over half its value, for no obvious reason other than, perhaps, being connected to insider trading in Amaya. In a previous answer (Jan 12), after weighing the pros and cons, you thought the stock was still 'buyable'; given the price depreciation, mustn't it be even more 'buyable' now?
Read Answer Asked by John on January 29, 2015
Q: Hello,
What is your current analysis of AHF's ability to sustain it's dividend? Has there been any changes to it's dividend in past few weeks that have been announced?
It's is difficult to find accurate info on payout ratio and debt level for this smaller cap stock. Could you provide from Bloomberg if available please?
It appears there is little downside from current price and some upside (eventually) while being paid to wait - thoughts on idea?
Thanks,
Read Answer Asked by John on January 28, 2015
Q: Hi Peter & Team,

I'm a little concerned about the debt load of Chesswood plus its small cap. I'm considering selling my position and taking on Canaccord instead, which is not without its own risks but it looks cheap at the current value. Could I please have your opinion on this swap?

Thx
Dave
Read Answer Asked by David on January 28, 2015
Q: Good Morning Peter,

When the Bank of Canada cut it's interest rate by a quarter point last week and a good posibility of another cut coming soon, will this change your thought on holding SLF. I thought that the one reason to hold this stock was because interest rates were going to go up a bit this year. It now seems interest rates are not going to raise for a long time now in Canada nor in the U.S. as the strong dollar is causing problems for the U.S. as well and if they raise interest rates it will cause the U.S. dollar to go even higher.

So I would appreciate your thoughts on sunlife these days.

Thanks Charlie

Read Answer Asked by CHARLES LA on January 27, 2015
Q: Hi 5I
I've tried in vain to understand IRE delisting (ADR's)from NY. I am with a discount broker (BMO) and I hold 1200 shares. I don't know if I can continue to hold the shares in kind at BMO (ADR'S) or do they get converted (or liquidated) and after 1 year can I continue to hold the converted security in the discounted brokerage.Excellent Site.
Thanks Bob
Read Answer Asked by bob on January 27, 2015
Q: Although outside your scope, any comment you can make on this company would be appreciated.
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Ron on January 26, 2015
Q: this company was recently picked by one of the marketcall investor gurus... it was also recently named one of the best
banks in the U.S. I have been looking at Bank of America for the last few months but have been reluctant due to their never ending legal difficulties... what are your thoughts on both the
company itself and the area is doing business??
I was raised in b.c. and am reasonably familiar with the northwest u.s. area which seems to continue to be an extremely
vibrant economical area... appreciate your thoughts!!
ed in pointe Claire, quebec
p.s. - other than within the Canadian Index etf's the only other financial I own is CEW (the equal weight banks and insurance companies)
Read Answer Asked by edward on January 26, 2015
Q: MIC and HCG are both half positions in equity income with growth RRSP with 20+ diversified portfolio. With change in "climate" in Alberta, I am thinking of selling MIC and buying HCG. Makes sense? Your take please.....thanks.....Tom
Read Answer Asked by Tom on January 26, 2015
Q: Adding to the question I sent a little while ago....I just found this:

http://www.bankofireland.com/fs/doc/wysiwyg/bank-of-ireland-nyse-delist-21-1-2015.pdf

They're delisting from the US!!!! Would you please tell me what should I do? Thanks so much!
Read Answer Asked by Silvia on January 26, 2015
Q: Hi team, Hopefully you can help me. Supposedly Ireland will be the fastest-growing economy in 2015 for the second consecutive year.

According to the Goodbody report, the Irish recovery is solid and based on strong domestic demand. After 5 years Ireland's budget deficit will dip to 3% from 32%. More on the link:

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/goodbody-ireland-once-again-europes-115939440.html

On top of that, Moody's upgraded deposit ratings of Bank of Ireland (not sure how important this would be).

Would've thought these were all good news and IRE would be up not down by almost 8%!! Any thoughts please.

Thank you!!
Read Answer Asked by Silvia on January 26, 2015
Q: Hi Team

regarding the canadian banks in general:

1. why have they started the year down so much ?

2. with the sudden drop in interest rate by the Bank of Canada, how do you think this will affect the Canadian Banks ?

3. Is there any reason to hold back on buying in on the banks for any foreseeable issues in the next 3 months ?

4. of the big 6 including national, can you rank them in order of

A. overall growth and
B.future likelihood of dividend increases.

thanks

Ernie
Read Answer Asked by Ernest on January 26, 2015
Q: Based on your experience, will you please give your opinion/evaluation of the latest news release. It seems there are some big criteria to meet next week and I notice Mr. Graf uses the word 'could' regarding completion. Does it seem more likely to you that the arrangement will not complete or can there be another extension? Any light you can shed on this is much appreciated. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Gayle on January 23, 2015
Q: Hi Peter and Co,

Market didn't seem to like RBC's decision to buy City National today, as it's down roughly 2% while the other banks are up. I haven't read any negative press on this deal from the analysts, so was wondering what your take on this was.

thx.
Read Answer Asked by Steve on January 22, 2015
Q: You last commented on First National last August. Could I please have an update, especially in relation to the drop in interest rates. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Paul W on January 22, 2015
Q: Hi,
Just a question on Chesswood in light of the new CDN interest rate cuts-
Chesswood reports in CDN though it does much business in the US, and
it is interest rate sensitive, with a high dividend- with all of these now positive factors in mind, why is the stock still struggling? Seems like a no brainer purchase.
Thanks for your input.
Read Answer Asked by Pat on January 22, 2015
Q: Chesswood has been weak this year and wonder what you think of it, and when do they report earnings. thanks
Read Answer Asked by don on January 22, 2015
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