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Q: In light of the likely prospect that the economic effects of the corona virus will get worse, I am looking to reduce my over-weight position in the energy sector... please rank the four companies in terms of financial resilience to a significant drop in the price of oil. I know BIR is mostly natural gas and not sure how it would be affected. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 27, 2020
Q: Vermillion (VET) is getting hammered this week and again today after an analyst said they will have to cut their dividend by 50%. The company says no way. I am wondering if this is so terrible for the company. They would still be paying over 8% and have more money to repay debt. The price seems too low and I think it will rebound strongly when the panic passes. What do you think?
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Steven on February 26, 2020
Q: I am thinking to take a position in natural gas producers. The past 5 years have been poor and this may be a good entry point. I feel that a long term hold may be worthwhile especially because of the future potential of LNG.
What do you think of the sector and do you have any recommendations.
What do you think of AR and UNG. Thank you
Read Answer Asked by JACK on February 26, 2020
Q: I am continuing to hold VET in my long-term portfolio. I bought it originally at 18.27 and am enjoying a 13% yield. I am not overweight in energy. With the recent declines, it is tempting to buy more. What are your thoughts on VET these days? Do you feel confident in their ongoing ability to pay (and potentially grow) the dividend? Thanks in advance.
Read Answer Asked by Don on February 26, 2020
Q: The valuations on companies with a favourable ESG component are lofty at best. Do you see any in this sector that are still reasonably priced? A dividend would be preferable.
Thanks for your consideration.
Read Answer Asked by Denis on February 21, 2020
Q: I am trying to decide on a couple of energy names. could you list in order of preference. also are any of the ones paying dividends at risk? thanks
Read Answer Asked by Dave on February 21, 2020
Q: BEP's share price is up almost 4% today and it has been very strong over the past month or so. I know other alternative energy stocks have also been strong (e.g. NPI), but not as strong as BEP. What is causing the huge move in BEP again today? Any news or ideas? Are the l likely to have a share offering at these prices?
Read Answer Asked by arnold on February 18, 2020
Q: Peter & Co.,
I am reviewing Vermilion’s operation, financials and dividend in light of the Coronavirus. The virus is still largely an unknown factor in world health and economics. However, the impact on travel and commerce is certainly being felt. Among my concerns is the short/long term impact on energy consumption. Vermilion has 60% of its production in North America and 35% in Europe. Is there any way to evaluate what impact we can might expect on VET over the longer term?
With appreciation, Ed
Read Answer Asked by Ed on February 18, 2020
Q: Do you know if any public companies bought oil transport contracts from the Alberta governmnent. It appears they sold the Cn contracts at quite the discount.
Read Answer Asked by Thomas on February 18, 2020
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