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Q: More a question about strategy. It seems my discount broker charges me around 2.5% for the exchange conversion when I buy a US stock, and probably the same for dividend payments and sells. Is there any way I can reduce these charges? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Kurt W on October 16, 2015
Q: Hi Peter,

Can I get your opinion on the $1.16-billion offer to acquire French aluminum components maker Montupet SA in a deal that expands Linamar’s global reach and customer base. The market doesn't seem to like it because the stock is down today.

Correct me if I'm wrong but LNR earnings are growing +30% yoy yet the valuation is only 10x 2015 estimates. I know the market is full of fear but this stock screams bargain to a GARP investor like Peter Lynch.

Read Answer Asked by David on October 15, 2015
Q: Peter and Team,

I just renewed again for the next 2 years to take advantage of the deal you offered and of course your great service. Thank you again for thinking of us existing members before increasing prices... it helps us feel valued.

Keep up the good work!
Read Answer Asked by Marc on October 15, 2015
Q: I own share of Regal. What is procedure to cash out on recent purchase of company ?
Tks
Jean
Read Answer Asked by Sherrill on October 15, 2015
Q: Did you have the opportunity to listen to this company's conference call yesterday and if so what are your thoughts on the sudden resignation of the Chief Financial Officer. How do you think that this event will affect the company going forward? Thanking you in advance. Brian
Read Answer Asked by Brian on October 15, 2015
Q: If you had to buy either AYA or CXR tomorrow for one year, which would you choose? If the time period was 3 years would your answer change?
Read Answer Asked by James on October 15, 2015
Q: Can you tell me CBL's book value per share? And the dividend payout ratio?
Do you see it being taken private like CIBC has speculated? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on October 15, 2015
Q: Dear 5i
I currently don't have any financial stocks in my portfolio and feel that now be a good time to do so .
I'm considering efn , sbny and the much larger bns . If I was to invest in one or two in this sector would it be one or two of the above or something different ? Assume a 3-5 year time frame .
Thank you
Bill C.
Read Answer Asked by Bill on October 14, 2015
Q: HI Peter,
I understand that the patient home story was a foolish mistake by the executives, but do you think it deserves a drop from @2 down to 60 cents, especially when the dust has settled? With respect to Nobilus Health, the article from midas letter clearly shows the intent of the Alpha writer but there seems to be no recourse from SEC. In the future, what chance does an average investor have when there are folks trying to manipulate the stock without repercussions. This is not an easy issue, but any comments would be appreciated as it seems the small cap space is just to vulnerable regardless of how well the companies are doing. Also, do you have a link to check shorts on a stock. Lastly, Constellation is on a roll without much news. Any comments. Thanks again.
Read Answer Asked by umedali on October 13, 2015
Q: GIL-Quite a lot of insider selling especially by the co's ceo since Sep 1. On Oct 6 BNN reported that as a result of either Trans-Pacific Partnership or IMF downgrade of Canada's growth( to 1% from 1.5%) & global growth,the following 4 stocks are victims:-1)CCL.B(was down to $183.49 & closed @ $169.23 on Oct 9) 2)GIL $38.72 & $39.13 on Oct 9) 3)ITP & 4)DH. Your comments on GIL & CCL.B.Appreciate your usual great services & opinions.Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Peter on October 13, 2015
Q: I see that SPB has a bought deal of common stock to cover the CUS acquisition. When I look at this comp. I see very inconsistent earnings, huge debt., very low ROE and crazy Payout Ratio. Unfortunately I own 2500 shares of CUS and will be getting a co. with a poor balance sheet and poor fundamentals: price taker subject to commodity prices like CUS. I realize it is too early to do the math; but, how can they sustain their dividend and make consistent dependable profits?
Read Answer Asked by James on October 13, 2015
Q: Lumber made some excellent gains the past few days, and OSB is also climbing well. Do you think it is time to get into either WEF or NBD for a medium to long term hold? Which would you prefer?
Read Answer Asked by Jim on October 13, 2015
Q: I bought this stock for safety waiting for oil to stabilize so I could get back in. I am even incl. the dividend - so, treading water so to speak. According to my trading site CIBC IE they never seem to publish Q EPS? I know they are expanding in the USA - so, probably incr. costs and no special dividends this year - has been a common practice. Any info you could give me on this co. would be appreciated. Trying to decide whether to keep as a diversifier or sell?
Read Answer Asked by James on October 13, 2015
Q: Dear 5i
First Service so far seems to be doing better than colliers at least in share price . Should I drop cig and top up on fsv or continue to hold both .
Thanks
Bill C.
Read Answer Asked by Bill on October 13, 2015
Q: Rajeev asked a question today about CCL.B in which he stated the RSI is now 14. On TD Waterhouse the RSI is currently listed as 55. So the natural question is to ask you what you would use a reliable source for RSI? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on October 13, 2015
Q: Hello 5i team. Suspect you've been asked this before, but wasn't able to locate the topic on the Q&A part of your site.

Are you (or any of your subscribers) able to provide a reliable source of information on current payout ratios for Canadian dividend stocks? I've been relying on the Globe Investor 'Watchlist' tool, but sometimes the ratios quoted don't seem right e.g., TransAlta at 27.30% compared to latest edition of Money Magazine at 720%. Lots of dividend-focused websites out there, but the ratios quoted seem all over the map.

Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Thomas on October 13, 2015
Q: I am contemplating buying some common and preferred shares in utility type companies for dividend income. I understand the Liberals if elected may possibly make changes to taxation of capital gains. Have you heard or have thoughts whether they may also target the favourable tax treatment of dividend income as well?
Read Answer Asked by Gary on October 13, 2015
Q: We are both retired but still eligible to contribute 5000$ to a Quebec sponsored workers fund (FTQ) this year and get a refund on our income tax bill at the end of the year.
The funds have to be held 3 years.
Shall we contribute more or just transfer this holding to our Disnat account?
Thanks,
Serge Lacroix
Read Answer Asked by Serge on October 13, 2015
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