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Q: FAR has been showing some improvement over the past year. Earnings are improving (though still negative), P/B, P/S and P/CF look good, and debt seems manageable (~50%), although margins and ROA, ROE, ROI etc. are still terrible. It is only covered by one analyst, but the rating is Strong Buy. I bought speculatively when there was some minor insider buying and am currently showing a small profit. I'm debating whether to continue holding should a mining / energy sector rise float this boat. Thoughts?
Read Answer Asked by Marc on November 02, 2016
Q: I am looking to build a future income stream from a portfolio of 5-6 names that can be held for many years (decades) that will show sustainability and dividend growth. I am patient and would add to the names consistently for the next 20 years. If you had to pick 6 "forever" stocks that you could rely on, what would they be? (utilizing Buffett's theory of best time horizon for owning a stock is forever). I don't ever want to worry about a dividend cut and am comfortable holding through periods of extreme volatility as long as I know I am getting paid. Thanks in advance! (PS I am aware this could mean no exposure to commodity stocks)
Read Answer Asked by Kevin on November 01, 2016
Q: Understand business conditions are poor And ALC is a really good company in a very bad business. The political climate on free trade and energy concerns suggest there may be no recovery in demand for ALC bulk carrier shipping business any time soon. I noticed there is some shipping industry consolidation underway in Japan and perhaps other countries. Do you think industry consolidation is an option in North America and could it be helpful to ALC outlook. What would you do with this stock as tax loss selling gets underway. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Sue on October 31, 2016
Q: I bought SJR.B in Jul. 2015 at $27.36. Today, it's $26.57. BMO Investorline Morningstar Canadian Income portfolio and Canada Core portfolio suggests selling this stock and that the fair value is $24.00. Do you agree? They did not raise their dividend in Mar. 2016. If I sell, what can replace it for a secure very long term hold for growing dividend income in a taxable account? BCE? (No banks/financial; I have plenty.)
Read Answer Asked by Helen on October 31, 2016
Q: NYX has hit new 52 week lows today and has gone down pretty much daily for the last 2+ weeks. I still like its potential and I feel its been beaten down with Amaya and Intertain.I think the earnings release could help correct this negative momentum but its not until later November.There are no further support levels to base an exit on if it keeps dropping. So my question is do you see a point where NYX is beyond help and I should cut my losses? My fear is by the time we get to the earnings release the share price will be at $1.
Read Answer Asked by Adam on October 31, 2016