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Q: Hi there,

I am looking to add a company in transportation to my portfolio. On all metrics TFII seems cheaper on a valuation basis than the others. Any reasons you would prefer my other options and why?
Read Answer Asked by kelly on January 17, 2018
Q: Hi 5i
Regarding the question asked by JS:
I think your answer is right on the money. I have been holding TransForce for a few years now and I saw some optimism and a bit of a run-up leading into the earnings. A slight miss had to be disappointing to many.
Another thing however, is that their package and courier revenue declined. Some holders of the stock, myself included, were hoping that that P&C would continue to grow with the growth of ecommerce. On a day where Amazon is showing huge gains in sales, we are not seeing that "trickle down" to the P&C business of TFII. In other words, TFI does not seem to be benefitting from the big gains in ecommerce generally. That's a problem because one would have liked growing P&C revenue to smooth out the ups and downs of trucking revenue. I think some investors don't see a primarily trucking play as long hold because it will be rather cyclical.
Anyhow, for what its worth I am holding, as the company still produces nice cash, pays down debt, buys back shares and has increased its dividend several times over the last few years.

Cheers
John
Read Answer Asked by john on October 27, 2017
Q: I have held these equities in my well-diversified portfolio for many years; am a medium to long-term investor; not averse to risks; and do not need the cash. Which of these does it seem wise to dispose of and why? I intend to reinvest the proceeds in some of your recommendations. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Harold on August 01, 2017
Q: Is Cargojet a possible beneficiary in the expansion/growth of Amazon ?
Are there other Canadian companies in the transportation / logistical /distribution sectors that might also benefit from Amazon's success?
Read Answer Asked by robert on June 21, 2017
Q: Hello 5i, I'm a growth oriented investor with a broad diversified portfolio.
I have a full position in Transforce (TFII). I'm currently down 15% and thinking what I can currently do to increase my overall rate of return. In your professional opinion, would you suggest myself to sell TFII, take the loss and redeploy and invest in a similar company such as CNR? and or, invest in something in a different sector that would possibly produce more growth such as AMZN, BABA, GOOGL, for and within an investment time frame of 2 years. Please feel free and suggest any companies that you would recommend now for growth. Thank you for your excellent service.
Read Answer Asked by Valter on June 12, 2017
Q: G'Morning! I'm feeling a bit antsy this am about my TFII position (in at ~ $23 & $26). McCreath on BNN said he is short TFII and sited integration challenges with its Mexican acquisition and said that they are losing Amazon business. Apparently RBC has also downgraded this stock. The share price hasn't been doing well lately. Your comments please? Is it a hold or should I start thinking about selling? Thanks so much!
Read Answer Asked by Heather on April 17, 2017
Q: I'm considering adding one of these three stocks to my portfolio. Kindly give me your ranking in terms of preference, based on a longer term growth and dividend yield prospect. Much appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by Victor on January 09, 2017
Q: I am trying to high grade my portfolio and looking 2-3 yrs out for total return, would you swap the stocks in the following 3 scenarios or would you stay put. 1. TFI for CNR, 2. MX for SJ, 3. Bad or RUS for SIS. A small explanation as to why would be appreciated. Thanks and keep up the fantastic work.
Read Answer Asked by Sandy on December 07, 2016
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