Investment Q&A

Q: I'd like any updated thoughts on Dollarama (DOL). I currently hold it and have seen it rise significantly over the last few months. They had good earnings, but the rise seems to be greater than expected. Although I'm not complaining, is it overbought? Prior to becoming a 5i member, I probably would have sold already, so I'd like your thoughts on whether I should keep holding.

Thanks for everything, and I hope your team has a wonderful Christmas!

Q: Have your views changed on this company after they got the regulatory approval from FDA. Are there more risks or rewards from this point? Do you see potential for big gains?

Q: Which one of the above companies has the better chance to
rebound in 2015, and why? Are their dividends sustainable.?

Q: I note your current model equity portfolio holds no stocks in the Consumer Staples sector. This sector has been in an almost uninterrupted uptrend since the 2008/09 debacle. Are there any stocks you would rate B or higher?

Q: I am a newbe to your site, and looking forward to your direction on future positive returns.
I spent a great deal of time this weekend reviewing your portfolio research and follow up comments and I feel that some of your picks are dogs and should be dropped eg. Aston Hill b-,Transat C-, Alarm Force B-.
You certainly have some winners Amaya,Sylogist.
Also I look forward to seeing your new growth portfolio, asking why this would not commence in Jan 2015 when the tsx usually expierences rapid growth.
Thanks and appreciate your opinion,and hope this does not discount my question credits.
I enjoy following Peter and your team on BNN
Thanks and Merry Christmas and the very Best for 2015
Rick

Q: I am a newbe to your site, and looking forward to your direction on future positive returns.
I spent a great deal of time this weekend reviewing your portfolio research and follow up comments and I feel that some of your picks are dogs and should be dropped eg. Aston Hill b-,Transat C-, Alarm Force B-.
You certainly have some winners Amaya,Sylogist.
Also I look forward to seeing your new growth portfolio, asking why this would not commence in Jan 2015 when the tsx usually expierences rapid growth.
Thanks and appreciate your opinion,and hope this does not discount my question credits.
I enjoy following Peter and your team on BNN
Thanks and Merry Christmas and the very Best for 2015
Rick

Q: Unlike Andrew, I found the show with DB excellent.

He gave a macro view of the market as he sees it, and as always, he stated his style of investing. He uses stop
losses, does not bottom fish, and focuses on strength.
e.g. Consumer, Technology, Health Care, Financials

Yes, oil will bounce, but it is not showing strength now.

I call this common sense, not chasing.
Different strokes for different folks.

Q: I wonder why Interfor (IFP) jumped 14% yesterday on almost 3 times regular volume. Thank you for your consideration.

Q: Hi 5i,
This is not a question but merely an observation. As I go on the "budget" (read: free) Globeinvestor website to check my stock holdings I have noticed what I believe is an anomaly. Out of 19 stocks I hold, when I access the stock page, the data page shows 3 windows, one of which is entitled "Profit". As I just checked today, out of my 19 stocks 5 had N/A while the other 14 were all deemed to be "Less Effective" "than other companies in its industry in turning revenue into profit". Just a note, my holdings include such names as AD, AYA, BAD, BCE, BEP.UN, BNS, CGX, DH, ESL, RUS, KEY, etc., etc.
I guess my point would be that either my stock selection really sucks or this site might not be as accurate as one might think since I believe statistically these results to be an anomaly. I would be curious if others have noted anything similar or if this is indeed accurate and reflects where my holdings stand in the scheme of things. Sorry for the lengthy missive!!
Merry Christmas everyone!!!

Q: I've been pondering ATD.B for the last month and have now missed almost a 15% gain. With today's acquisition, is today's price still a good entry point for my RRSP? I do not need the money for another 20 years and I have no consumer stocks in my portfolio.

Q: I see you now have a 5iresearch app, but not for iphone. Are you working on one for iphone?

I hope this doesn't count as a question.

Q: A major reason for CPH moving up might be that it is now cross-listed on the NASDAQ, as CPHR, although volumes are very low there.

Q: I sold aya on the disturbing news; up 96% Would you advise a half position now? Also dumped cve up 10%. Still hold sgy down 30% & also sold ipl. Should I hold sgy & replace ipl with another pipeline & cve with another oil? Thanks

Q: Nice to see you apps out for android and blackberry. You must know that iPhones and iPads are widely used now. Tell me you're working on an app for these devices.
Thanks and the best of the season to all if you.

Q: This stock has gotten killed over the last little while:fundamentals look great & lots of room to > dividends. Has it fallen in sympathy with oil? I know one of its plants is idle due to a problem with natural gas suppls-is it time to buy this one?

Q: This stock has had a great move this year. I hold a 3% position and would like your thoughts going forward.
Take profits and redeploy or do you see continued upside for CPH. Also PHM Patient Home Monitoring is at 2.5% position and has done very well. Take profits, or continue to hold.

Q: Good morning all;
I hold bdi and am 50% underwater. Do I have a possibility of regaining my investment within two years?
I hold chp Cipher Pharma as my only health stock. Please give me your three top suggestions to add to this sector.
Thanks for all your help and Merry Christmas to all at 5i!

Q: I hold no consumer stocks, can you give some ideas

Q: You mentioned in an answer to Barb on Dec 16th that although you like cct, you felt mdt was "much safer" . I own cct and would appreciate it if you would elaborate on why you feel cct is vulnerable ?
Many thanks and best of the season to all at 5i.

Q: Could you please give us an update on Cardiome Pharma. Would you consider it a buy at this stage?
Thank you for all your sound advice.
Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year to you and your group.
Shirley