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Q: I have both MPC and VLO. I understand that VLO is purely a refiner and not hostage to world oil prices, but MPC does have some exploration and production assets.
1. Is my understanding correct?
2. If yes, to what extent are MPC’s earnings and cash flow DEPENDANT on oil prices? I am trying to assess the extent to which MPC’s prospects are completely out of MPC’s control.
3. Are dividends well covered?
4. Is interest coverage adequate?
5. Based on your view of each of these company’s prospects going forward, is each of these companies worth holding?
6. You previously (Maureen December 9) you identified MPC as a beneficiary of the new rule requiring ships to use more refined oil. Is VLO also a beneficiary?
Read Answer Asked by Adam on January 30, 2020
Q: Hello 5i Team
I am looking at adding funds to the small/mid cap energy companies, as I already own my desired holding in the majors (CNQ, IMO, SU) as a base position.

I am reviewing the royalty plays Prairie Sky Royalty and Freehold Royalty as potential companies due to the royalty companies having no exposure to operating costs/risks.

Please provide your opinion which is the better company of the two to purchase or should I split the dollar amount between the two companies? Should I wait till the Q4 results are published (Feb 10 for PSK, unknown for FRU) before making my final decision?

I note that CN Pension trust through Rife Resources Ltd. and Canpar Holdings Ltd. has a related interest, however I could not find how many shares CN Pension trust actually owns. Would you be able to provide the ownership of FRU by CN Pension trust.
Is there a major shareholder of PSK?
Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on January 29, 2020
Q: I have owned Husky for several years and bought it at $26. At the time, it looked like a good investment in an integrated oil company. Recently, the price has gone down to $9 per share and I am concerned about whether the share price will rebound significantly. It has traded quite a bit around the $15 mark in the recent year or two. I also understand that the majority shareholder recently sold his shares. What does that signal for the company? Is this a good investment to continue to hold? The current dividend yield is 5%. Thank you for your help.
Read Answer Asked by Cathy on January 27, 2020
Q: I have had a small position in Keyera since before the oil price crash. It is still down 20% and even the most optimistic forecasts will only bring it close to my cost price. Its dividend is about the same at PPL, is lower than ENB and higher than TRP. ENB is my only other pipeline stock. I could sell KEY and add to ENB or open an position in PPL or TCP. Which do you think would be better for income and a little growth?
Read Answer Asked by Ken on January 22, 2020
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