Q: I just ran across AB in one of my screens. They seem very stable over the long haul. What are your thoughts for income and some growth. Thank-you.
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Q: Please summarize this company wrt the dividend and overall health
Q: I am trying to determine if the following makes sense . I can buy Nxpi today at about
98.70( last trade) , Qcom has an offer of 110 closing end off 2017. I have not read anywhere the suggestion the takeover will not occur or that there are any government concerns.
In my truly humble opinion it looks like an easy way to make a guaranteed 10 plus percent on my money over a year.
Thus the issue.. Can it be that easy.
I suppose there is always a chance the deal can be terminated up until the cash is transferred , and if so Nxp get 2.5 billion .
I think the risk reward here is toward the reward.
Your comment would be appreciated
98.70( last trade) , Qcom has an offer of 110 closing end off 2017. I have not read anywhere the suggestion the takeover will not occur or that there are any government concerns.
In my truly humble opinion it looks like an easy way to make a guaranteed 10 plus percent on my money over a year.
Thus the issue.. Can it be that easy.
I suppose there is always a chance the deal can be terminated up until the cash is transferred , and if so Nxp get 2.5 billion .
I think the risk reward here is toward the reward.
Your comment would be appreciated
Q: Hello,
What do you think of investing in American regional banks to take advantage of a rate hike? Would you agree with the thesis ?
Do you have any individual names you like? Or you would go with an ETF? And for the latter, which of the two etf's would be your preference?
Thank you
KR
What do you think of investing in American regional banks to take advantage of a rate hike? Would you agree with the thesis ?
Do you have any individual names you like? Or you would go with an ETF? And for the latter, which of the two etf's would be your preference?
Thank you
KR
Q: It cropped up in a "reliable dividend" filter I saw published in the G&M yesterday. I owned it years ago. Any thoughts on it for income? Thanks.
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iShares Russell 2000 Growth ETF (IWO)
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iShares U.S. Small Cap Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XSU)
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Vanguard U.S. Dividend Appreciation Index ETF (VGG)
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Vanguard Dividend Appreciation FTF (VIG)
Q: Good morning,
Looking to clarify with regards to the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation etf's for an rrsp- if one wishes to have a currency effect( vis a vis US: Cdn dollar)they should purchase "VIG, or if looking to hedge and only feel the effects of the equity movements then purchase "VGG"? Also is there an equivalent for the IWO? Looking to add both to my portfolio and looking to see if they are a good complement.
With thanks,
Brad
Brad
Looking to clarify with regards to the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation etf's for an rrsp- if one wishes to have a currency effect( vis a vis US: Cdn dollar)they should purchase "VIG, or if looking to hedge and only feel the effects of the equity movements then purchase "VGG"? Also is there an equivalent for the IWO? Looking to add both to my portfolio and looking to see if they are a good complement.
With thanks,
Brad
Brad
Q: I hold facebook and it is about 2.5% of my total portfolio. Do you think it is time to sell or do you see further gains? Thanks Brian
Q: Hi Peter,
I have owned YUM for a few years and entered around $60. I am 42 with a growth and income objective. I was a little surprised with the rapid decent from $85.
1. Can you help me understand what happened with YUM/YUMC?
2. Would you buy/hold/sell YUM?
3. Would you buy/hold/sell YUMC?
Thanks, love your service :)
I have owned YUM for a few years and entered around $60. I am 42 with a growth and income objective. I was a little surprised with the rapid decent from $85.
1. Can you help me understand what happened with YUM/YUMC?
2. Would you buy/hold/sell YUM?
3. Would you buy/hold/sell YUMC?
Thanks, love your service :)
Q: Hi, Nike is near its 52 week low and has a pretty amazing historical chart, not to mention brand. From some research, it seems that growth in China is challenged, and futures are down a bit. Is that it, or am I missing something?
Is this an opportunity to initiate a full (3-5%) position?
Is this an opportunity to initiate a full (3-5%) position?
Q: I need some cash. Sell either Sysco which has been falling since Sept 20 or Coca cola. What is your opinion on this?
Thanks, John
Thanks, John
Q: What do you think about proposed merger of GE & BHI oil services assets to form a separate company and the $17.50 per share dividend GE will pay BHI shareholders? Any idea on timeline and whether this proposed deal will have any regulatory issues? I can't see any regulatory issues - but, who knows. I was thinking of buying this one as I currently do not own any gas or oil producers - so, surrogate for them.
Q: Can I get your take on the earnings report and your thoughts on buying in at these levels for a long term hold ? Thanx Robbie
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The Boeing Company (BA)
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General Dynamics Corporation (GD)
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Harris Corporation (HRS)
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JX Luxventure Limited (LLL)
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Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
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Raytheon Company (RTN)
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Raytheon Technologies (UTX)
Q: A recent Globe & Mail article recommends investing in certain American defence companies, based on the assumption that military spending will increase regardless of who is elected. They cite the high growth areas of “aircraft, shipbuilding, missile defence and precision munitions”. Their recommendations include RTN, GD, LLL, and HRS. They also mention BA, UTX and LMT but don’t rank them quite as highly. I realize you follow Canadian stocks more closely, but I was wondering if you had any preferences among these names, or if an ETF like ITA or PPA would be preferable for diversification and safety. Thanks very much again for your expertise.
Q: Hi,
Could you tell me if you think Gilead should be kept or sold at this point.
Do you think it still has potential?
Thank you
Could you tell me if you think Gilead should be kept or sold at this point.
Do you think it still has potential?
Thank you
Q: Can you provide comments on today's results. Markets don't seem very happy. Is it an overreaction to the Q3 results or is it more tied to the news about HCP divesting of properties Brookdale has under lease ?
Q: So the deal QCOM has firmed up but the completion date is pushed way out to the end of 2017. Waiting implies a return of 10%. Any chance of NXPI being 'in play' with higher offers coming forward meantime?
Q: I am looking to initiate a position on ARRS. Can I have your thought please? Thank-you.
Q: I'd like to start a long term position in at least one or two healthcare stocks or ETFs, but the sector looks treacherous and I can't quite decide. I'm considering a wide range of names, including companies like JNJ, PFE, AMGN, NVO, NVS, RHHBY, MDT and ETFs like XLV, IBB and especially IHI (medical devices). I've read many of your prior comments, including one where you recommended AMGN. In light of the latest news about AMGN and its issues with Enbrel, I'm curious to know if your opinion has changed, and how you might compare it to NVS which has a competing drug. Mainly I'm wondering if any of the investments I listed sound promising, and how you might rank them. Thanks very much for your thoughts.
Q: Hi,
I bought ETP, Energy Transfer Partners, a couple months and am now down 15%. Virtually every day it drops a little lower. Despite this, it is hugely popular with analysts? Should i sell or hold on?
I bought ETP, Energy Transfer Partners, a couple months and am now down 15%. Virtually every day it drops a little lower. Despite this, it is hugely popular with analysts? Should i sell or hold on?
Q: Is KMB a buy, sell or hold? Thanks, cathy