Investment Q&A

Q: On the weekend, a prominent Canadian brokerage report noted the following:

" The Dow Transportation Index has outperformed the Dow Industrial Index by 405
basis points in November — the most we have seen since June 2023.
Through December 5, the Dow Transportation Index has continued to
outperform the broader index. Since the week ending November 21, the Dow
Transportation Index has outperformed the Dow Industrial Index for three
consecutive weeks and five of the last six weeks. "

The analyst also commented that most of this outperformance emanated from Freight equities and that they have seen a pick up in Dry van TL rates which gives them optimism that the freight cycle continues to slowly turn higher after a more-than-four-year recession.

They view TFII to be the greatest beneficiary of this turnaround.

Do you agree ?

And if one has no exposure to Transports, would this be a good time to initiate a position in this sector ? Also, what would be your preferred name among TFII, CNR and CP and why ?

Thank You

Q: assuming that AI will eventually assist in allowing transportation/logistic companies to become more efficient, would DSG and TFII be the logical choices? any other suggestions - US or domestic
thanks

Q: Best choice of these 2 for overall return? Not concerned that MTL is much smaller marketcap....
Thanks.

Q: ATD: own small position - 1000 shs in NON-registered - shares have been stagnant for quite a while. Thinking of selling and buying CJT or TFII for turn around. Comments please.

Q: I understand that the stocks are all from different sectors and sizes, but which order would you initiate a position?

Q: Hello,
Wondering what your thoughts are on accumulating TFII at these levels? For a longterm hold. I realize there might be more tax loss selling and pressure on the stock if a recession arises but would this be already priced into the stock at this time?

Thank you

Q: Bought small position in Feb. of this year (500 shs) @ $131.00. What are your thoughts on this company long-term?

Q: Retired, dividend-income investor. I am a little short on Industrials and am looking for a few ideas for me to do further research. I have a full position on WSP (trimmed it multiple times, having bought it at $36 in 2014). I also own CDZ, ZLB, ZWC, each having roughly 10% industrials.

Some initial ideas I have include CNR, TFII, and other stock and ETF ideas from you. I would prefer that you screen for having a dividend (>2%-?).

Thanks for your help....Steve

Q: Tfii appears to be getting some legs and wonder if it should be bought before earnings date or wait to see if the transport industry is going to get relieve from tarrifs. Also would tax loss selling have an effect on this stock.

Thanks
Rick

Q: Good Day,

With the end of the year approaching and the US poking the tarriff bear again (pun... intended?), do you see more selling/profit taking coming in the end of the year?

It seems many names have either been hit by these latest developments, have unsubstantiated short report attacks, or have no news declines. What are some of your favourite names right now that have solid outlooks/execution and some real potential for strong recovery? Say 10 names, mix of Canada and US with attractive entry prices?

Secondly, what would be your main buy targets likely to see tax loss selling? What would be an attractive entry price for them?

No need for megacap names, I'm well represented there.

Thanks!

James

Q: As we enter "tax loss selling" season, any sectors or specific companies that you would consider, both Canadian and US ?

Q: Is recent question I asked was only partially answered. The question was asked by Tim on Oct 8. Here is your response:
Our top five for a growth investor with a long-term timeframe would be: SHOP ($220 if possible), BN ($91-$93), TRI ($190 to $200), CSU ($3800), TD ($105 to $110) /BNS ($85).

The part of the question not answered was whether these large cap stocks would be suitable for a tfsa. I have been using small caps mostly, but now am wanting to get more conservative. Thanks very much

Q: I've held TFII for many years and it's treated me very well. But not so lately. When do you see turnaround? What might the stock be worth in 6 months and 1 year? Trying to decide whether to stick it out or sell some and hedge my position a bit. What might you suggest as a replacement that has growth potential. Dividends aren't important.l

Q: Peter; What would you think of a switch from TFII to MDA? Both in the dog house but which could start barking first ? Thanks.
Rod

Q: I need to raise some capital. Please advise in what order you would sell these equities. Are there some you would not sell? I am more of a income investor.

Q: I have $10k to invest and I want to buy some stocks (Canadian or CDR) that are underpriced.

I was thinking to invest in TRI, MDA, TFII, TVK and GSY. Maybe Amzn.

For a 3 year hold, how would you rank these stocks? Any other suggestions.

Q: Good Morning

I would like to consolidate my positions in HPS.A and TFII
Option 1 sell TFII and add to HPS.A
Option 2 sell HPS.A and add to TFII
My choice is option 1
What would be your recommendation
Thks for all you do
Marcel

Q: Hello, please tell me of the comparable at current price which one that you would choose for total return for a 1-3 year hold and a 3-5 year hold. Also if you could provide a brief reason why would be appreciated.

1 IFC or SLF
2 PRL or GSY
3 CNR or TFII
4 LMN or SHOP
5 CSU or BN or TRI
6 PNG or ZDC
7 KSI or VHI

Thank you

Q: I own the above listed Canadian stocks. Please rate each one as a BUY, HOLD or SELL and let me know your reasons for the rating you have given to it. Thank You.

Q: Can you name 5-10 stocks in the US or Canada that seem to have been unfairly punished this year, or even lately, such that it would be a good time to pick them up. Thanks!