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Q: Can I get your comment on the earnings? I noticed this was a 45 dollar stock in the past. What made it difference back then and now? Thanks for your feedback.
Read Answer Asked by Iskandar on August 03, 2015
Q: Having a little correction, think it's a buy with its postponing of the ExactEarth ipo?
Read Answer Asked by Marie on July 31, 2015
Q: I am very happy with my suscription and have been since 5i was started. I am sure you are very busy with the questions, updates, portfolio analysis and all but was wondering if we can expect more reports on new compagnies and new ideas in the coming months/ year. I often find new ideas in the question section but usually prefer your summary analysis including rating and detailed comments. Just my 2 cents. Thank you again for your great work.
Read Answer Asked by Pierre on July 31, 2015
Q: CDV postpones exactEarth IPO and stock plunges. Management needs to learn that market doesn't like uncertainly. What's your view on this and is it presenting good entry point? Thanks for your unbiased advise!
Read Answer Asked by Rebecca on July 31, 2015
Q: Good Morning 5i,

I hold 5% of each of MDA and GIB.a. On MDA I am down approx. 10% today but On GIB.a I'm up 41%. Both of those holdings have missed expectation in this quarter. Should I sell or Hold?

Thank You

Paul
Read Answer Asked by Paul on July 31, 2015
Q: RE: Information Technology stocks in the TSX.

I am looking to buy a stock in the IT sector of the TSX as part of my portfolio diversification.

I prefer a IT stock that pays a dividend.
Absolute software, Constellation, Com Dev, DH Corp, Open Text are some of the names I came up with.

I always try to get familiar with the businesses I buy stock in but in the IT sector I do have difficulty understanding these businesses even after reading the company description on their websites.

Could you give me your opinion on IT stocks listed in the TSX that pay a dividend. And also possibly give me a description of the business in layman's terms?

Thank you very much.
Best regards



Read Answer Asked by Stephane on July 31, 2015
Q: I am wondering if you have an opinion on Hudson Resources? I have owned shares in the company for a few years, awaiting news which we saw today, that they signed a very large contract with Owens Corning for the sale of anorthosite to be used in the manufacturing of fiberglass. Supposedly this is the first of many supply agreements to be signed but the PR said that this agreement covers the major portion of the initial required volume. Supposedly this company will become a big cash cow, with very little capital required. The only problem is that it doesn't seem like any brokerage firms cover the company. After this PR only $80k has traded today. Just wondering if you have looked at this company in the past or if you have seen brokerage coverage on it?

Michael
Read Answer Asked by Michael on July 31, 2015
Q: Peter; Could RNW get dragged down along with TA and the NDP policy changes in Alberta? Thanks.Rod
Read Answer Asked by Rodney on July 31, 2015
Q: The last question I asked about FSV you said it was expensive. Is this in regards to historical norms or has it always been expensive like other good quality stocks.

Thx
Read Answer Asked by blake on July 31, 2015
Q: Hi 5i team,

I think now would be a time to high grade my energy and real estate stocks.

In energy I have CPG, WCP, SGY, TOU and SCL. The "winner" in this group is WCP; the biggest loss is in SGY. [Plus I have PPL, ENB and IPL which you consider as utilities; all in very positive territory.] Which stocks would you remove? What would you do to high grade this mixture?

In the real estate sector I have XRE, AX.UN, DRG.UN and TCN. I was considering selling one or both of AX.UN and DRG.UN, and adding to TCN. What would you do to high grade this mixture?

Thanks for your insight,
Paul J
Read Answer Asked by Paul on July 31, 2015
Q: Between Exco and Linamar, which one would you recommend to buy at the current level? It looks Linamar shows a lower forward P/E.
Pls give your thought, and thanks for your advice.
Pui

Read Answer Asked by Pui on July 31, 2015
Q: Good morning,
I thought I submitted this yesterday, perhaps I didn't.
My question is about Slate Retail REIT, you commented on it last year saying it was early for this one. I'd appreciate your current views on this company? In this environment the USD revenue coming home looks attractive, as well as the dividend. Your thoughts? Thanks so much, Rod
Read Answer Asked by Rod on July 30, 2015
Q: Hello Peter,
Looking at your reply on July 14 regarding Aliment Couche Tard, the company did miss on revenues and adjusted earnings, yet the stock held up fine. Constellation software has done exceptionally well; however, they had a slight miss on revenues and earnings. Can you shed light as to why investors may forgive one company but yet punish another when both are considered very solid companies (CSU is down 5 percent or so on the earnings release). Thanks
Read Answer Asked by umedali on July 30, 2015
Q: I have watched this stock plummet over the last few months and would like to know if you see value here? I have heard a overhaul is being looked at across all operations. Do you know the current cash position and if they can continue to pay the dividend? It looks to be heading toward the 2009 $11.00 -$12.50 area. Do you see deep value here. Thank you for your thoughts. Jason N.
Read Answer Asked by JASON on July 30, 2015
Q: Good morning,
I would like to hear your thoughts on a switch from CTC.A to QSR. CTC has not done much for me and QSR seems to have momentum. There have been very few questions on QSR but I noticed you recommended it on a question by Herb on July 24. This is for a long term hold. Thanks for your always helpful responses.

Ted
Read Answer Asked by Ted on July 30, 2015
Q: Hi 5i,
Seems like it has been all quiet on the EIF front and it has held in reasonably well relative to the turmoil in some other areas. I think they report in about 2 weeks. How lofty are the Street's expectations relative to how the company did on its last report? Is there anything in particular one should be watching for in the upcoming one? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Lance on July 30, 2015
Q: I know that your primary focus is on growth stocks, of which Torstar is not one. But, i was wondering what your thoughts are regarding its recent acquisition of VerticalScope. You were happier about Torstar when it acquired some cash. But, some seem to think that they have squandered their cash with this purchase. It has dropped almost 12 percent today. But, the dividend yield is now also close to 12 percent. Looks tempting, even if there is not a lot of growth. So, in your view, are they positioning themselves for the future, as they say, or squandering their assets, as some others seem to think? And is it worth buying now or better to wait to see what happens?
Tanks for the great service, as always
Read Answer Asked by joseph on July 30, 2015
Q: Can you comment on the federal reserve's decision today? I think it is mostly expected, but what kind of affect would it have on the market? Specifically for Canada as it appears we're heading the opposite direction and China with its growth concerns. Will it have an impact on the commodities sector as a whole given that Canada is heavily weighted in commodities?
Read Answer Asked by Chieh-Yao on July 29, 2015
Q: A family member asked for some advice on what to do with sinking shares of Cenovus, in order to preserve capital, after a 50% loss. In the medium term, I thought it might be safe to park the money in Boralex, BLX, with no excessive volatility, and a decent yield, and showing some signs of growth. He would like to recapture some of its losses, since this is within an RSP. Something relatively "safe" but still growing. What are your thoughts? Would this be a wise choice? Any other suggestions would be most appreciated. Thank you, as always.
Read Answer Asked by Sylvia on July 29, 2015
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