Q: Please give your opinion on the takeover with Strathcona's improved offer. Thanks.
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Q: I currently hold stock in MEG, which I purchased for $30/share, so I've been in the red for a little while now.
With the recent announcement of the Cenovous takeover, would it be better for me to sell the shares now and take a loss, or take the shares offered in Cenovous?
With the recent announcement of the Cenovous takeover, would it be better for me to sell the shares now and take a loss, or take the shares offered in Cenovous?
Q: What are your thoughts on Cenovus taking over Meg?
Should we sell into this news or will Strathcona "call and raise" the bid?
Should we sell into this news or will Strathcona "call and raise" the bid?
Q: Hi 5i
It was Just announced that possibly cenovus and an indigenous group might team up for meg....What would the expected offer be to make this happen...and where does meg share price go from current level if deal were to happen....what happens to SCR
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thx
It was Just announced that possibly cenovus and an indigenous group might team up for meg....What would the expected offer be to make this happen...and where does meg share price go from current level if deal were to happen....what happens to SCR
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thx
Q: I was surprised to receive the corporate action from MEG dated July 29th (see below) 1) Is this a done deal? I thought the offer was considered too low and speculation was that other offers would likely be forthcoming. 2) If it were you, what would you do with your shares of MEG?
Option 1: Tender (Canadian Shareholders and Shareholders who reside in a "Non-Restricted State") -
To receive $4.10 CAD and 0.62 of a common share of Strathcona Resources Limited (SCR (TSX) /
(STHRF) (OTC)) (862952108) for each common share of MEG Energy Corporation tendered.
Deadline for Client Instructions: September 12, 2025 11:59 AM Toronto time
Issue Expiry Date: September 15, 2025 05:00 PM Mountain time
Option 1: Tender (Canadian Shareholders and Shareholders who reside in a "Non-Restricted State") -
To receive $4.10 CAD and 0.62 of a common share of Strathcona Resources Limited (SCR (TSX) /
(STHRF) (OTC)) (862952108) for each common share of MEG Energy Corporation tendered.
Deadline for Client Instructions: September 12, 2025 11:59 AM Toronto time
Issue Expiry Date: September 15, 2025 05:00 PM Mountain time
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Great-West Lifeco Inc. (GWO $53.28)
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Cenovus Energy Inc. (CVE $24.02)
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AltaGas Ltd. (ALA $41.34)
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Element Fleet Management Corp. (EFN $36.94)
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iA Financial Corporation Inc. (IAG $153.86)
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Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. (PEY $18.27)
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MEG Energy Corp. (MEG $28.71)
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Whitecap Resources Inc. (WCP $10.93)
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goeasy Ltd. (GSY $202.72)
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Bird Construction Inc. (BDT $27.92)
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Tamarack Valley Energy Ltd. (TVE $6.11)
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TerraVest Industries Inc. (TVK $135.47)
Q: I am considering triming the following stocks ALA, BDT, CVE, EFN, GSY, GWO, IAG, MEG, PEY, TVE, TVK, WCP and X. If I do trim, there will be significant Capital Gains. How would you rank them for total return over the next 2 years? How would you rank them for trimming and if different than above ranking, please advise the reason for the difference ? Thanks
Q: hi 5i
I heard this morning that Cenovus was preparing an offering bid for Meg...is there any truth to this news?
thx
I heard this morning that Cenovus was preparing an offering bid for Meg...is there any truth to this news?
thx
Q: Hi 5i
How was the Strathcona conference call?
Strathcona announced they would be paying out a special $10 dividend if the meg deal does not go through.
How would 5i play this?
Currently a holder of meg...Wondering if this is an opportunity to hedge a little?
Where do you think meg ends up if the deal fails?
Also would you continue to hold meg...the clock keeps ticking on this one.
thx
How was the Strathcona conference call?
Strathcona announced they would be paying out a special $10 dividend if the meg deal does not go through.
How would 5i play this?
Currently a holder of meg...Wondering if this is an opportunity to hedge a little?
Where do you think meg ends up if the deal fails?
Also would you continue to hold meg...the clock keeps ticking on this one.
thx
Q: What kind of oil company it is. It is true that Scrathcona is the 5th largest oil producer in Canada. The CEO was on the podcast In the Money saying that it is still a discount compare other oil companies, it is true. Also, what is the changes that it can purchase MEG energy. Thank you.
Q: Hi Team,
What to do with Meg shares? Was a headline on BNN yesterday touting there will likely be no other suitors for Meg for a higher offer. Do you agree with this ? I am currently up 8% on the shares. Do I continue to hold out for a higher offer or cash out? This was an arbitrage play for me.
Thanks ,
Shane
What to do with Meg shares? Was a headline on BNN yesterday touting there will likely be no other suitors for Meg for a higher offer. Do you agree with this ? I am currently up 8% on the shares. Do I continue to hold out for a higher offer or cash out? This was an arbitrage play for me.
Thanks ,
Shane
Q: meg is being offered .62 shares of scr and $4.10. scr as of yesterday is $31.5 so .62x31.5 +4.1 =$23.63. meg closed @ $26.09. Can I assume there wiil be a higher offer.No one would tender to this offer.
Q: Hi Team,
What's your current thoughts on the current Meg takeover offer? Do you still feel a higher offer will come to play? What's the usual timeline on takeover offers such as this as to when another company might swoop in for a higher bid? The offer from Strathcona is open until Sept I believe, but I would have to think if a competing offer is coming it would probably be much sooner than that would it not?
Thanks,
Shane.
What's your current thoughts on the current Meg takeover offer? Do you still feel a higher offer will come to play? What's the usual timeline on takeover offers such as this as to when another company might swoop in for a higher bid? The offer from Strathcona is open until Sept I believe, but I would have to think if a competing offer is coming it would probably be much sooner than that would it not?
Thanks,
Shane.
Q: Hi Team,
Would it be a stretch to buy Meg shares today on the speculation that another considerably higher bid will come in? Weighing the odds here; could be some easy money to be made here.
Thanks ,
Shane
Would it be a stretch to buy Meg shares today on the speculation that another considerably higher bid will come in? Weighing the odds here; could be some easy money to be made here.
Thanks ,
Shane
Q: Good morning,
Q1. What are your thoughts on Strathacona Resources recent offer to purchase MEG?
Q2. Do you consider Strathacona's initial offer reasonable and what is the likelihood of MEG accepting Strathacona's initial offer?
Q3. What is the likelihood of another company joining the bid for MEG?
Q4. For holders of MEG, do you recommend selling on the news now and taking profits or waiting for a potentially better offer as MEG considers the current offer that may not be accepted and cause the MEG's stock price to drop back?
Thank you and I'll await your response.
Francesco
Q1. What are your thoughts on Strathacona Resources recent offer to purchase MEG?
Q2. Do you consider Strathacona's initial offer reasonable and what is the likelihood of MEG accepting Strathacona's initial offer?
Q3. What is the likelihood of another company joining the bid for MEG?
Q4. For holders of MEG, do you recommend selling on the news now and taking profits or waiting for a potentially better offer as MEG considers the current offer that may not be accepted and cause the MEG's stock price to drop back?
Thank you and I'll await your response.
Francesco
Q: You indicated in your answer to Warren's question that you feel the suggested buyout price for MEG Energy by Strathcona is too low. What do you think would be a reasonable offer, and what do you think MEG management would hold out for? Which companies might make an offer? Do you think the company will in fact be sold?
Q: Could you please comment on the offer by Strathcona Resources? Given Strathcona’s interest, what is likely to happen to MEG’s share price over the next few months?
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Suncor Energy Inc. (SU $59.02)
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Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNQ $45.14)
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Cenovus Energy Inc. (CVE $24.02)
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MEG Energy Corp. (MEG $28.71)
Q: Dear Peter et al:
A "Drill down" from the top type of a question!
In Energy sector, these three things seem to be important.
a. Pay down debt.
b. Keep paying healthy dividend or even increase it.
c. Buy back shares.
Recently Cole Smead came on a podcast and clearly laid out his case for his preference to invest in companies that buy back shares. (In the Money by Amber Kanwar, erstwhile BNN Bloomberg Marketcall host).
What is your take on this? What are the 3 companies in the Energy sector that you like using Share buy backs as the metric?
Thanks in advacnce.
P.S. Hope we see you Peter on Amber Kanwar's In the Money podcast. It seems to be getting some traction now.
A "Drill down" from the top type of a question!
In Energy sector, these three things seem to be important.
a. Pay down debt.
b. Keep paying healthy dividend or even increase it.
c. Buy back shares.
Recently Cole Smead came on a podcast and clearly laid out his case for his preference to invest in companies that buy back shares. (In the Money by Amber Kanwar, erstwhile BNN Bloomberg Marketcall host).
What is your take on this? What are the 3 companies in the Energy sector that you like using Share buy backs as the metric?
Thanks in advacnce.
P.S. Hope we see you Peter on Amber Kanwar's In the Money podcast. It seems to be getting some traction now.
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Cenovus Energy Inc. (CVE $24.02)
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MEG Energy Corp. (MEG $28.71)
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Athabasca Oil Corporation (ATH $6.54)
Q: On MarketCall, regarding oil sands companies, Eric Nuttall top picked MEG and Athabasca, while having some negative comments about Cenovus, particularly the negative EBITDA they are generating from their refining business. Would you sell a position in CVE and buy ATH or MEG instead?
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Suncor Energy Inc. (SU $59.02)
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Enbridge Inc. (ENB $67.61)
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Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNQ $45.14)
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MEG Energy Corp. (MEG $28.71)
Q: How does 5i feel about the Canadian energy sector, specifically SU, MEG, CNQ, ENB? Is the recent pullback an opportunity to add to an existing position or hold for time being?
How's the outlook for the sector in the next 5 years?
How's the outlook for the sector in the next 5 years?
Q: Any reason for CNQ and MEG energy dropping?
Do you think these are a buying opportunity with a 3 year outlook?
thanks, Paul
Do you think these are a buying opportunity with a 3 year outlook?
thanks, Paul