Q: Given the oil price shock, there are a number of Companies that have seen their share price nosedive to below $1. Some of these of more directly impacted (oil producers), some less impacted (gas producers) and others even less (pipelines). Can you recommend some stocks that are below $1 that have decent balance sheets and good leverage when normalcy returns. Birchcliff comes to mind. Do you like it? Are there others you prefer? This is for a TFSA and a small speculative position.
Q: In a relatively prolonged and deep recession,for each grouping of companies,please list in order from least likely to most likely to go bankrupt.
Group One:KEL,NVA,BIR
Group Two:STC,QST,WELL,XBC,GRN
Thanks.
Q: Given the abysmal condition of the oil & gas sector and the apparent attempts of Russia and the Saudi's to further roil negative market activity, some long-term opportunities must be in the offing. Which oil & gas producers have the strongest balance sheet, lowest cost of production and are, generally, the most likely to survive these current circumstances?
Q: What is the outlook for above noted companies in terms of :
1. Balance sheet. Which companies can survive this down turn in the oil patch? ie not go bankrupt. Please add comments and list companies in order.
2. Which companies are hedged and how long do their hedges go and at what prices are they hedged at?
3. Would you currently take a position on any of these companies?
4. Any other helpful comments are appreciated.
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.
Q: Any specific reason why Birchcliff is down over 12% today, substantially more than its peers? Would note that Scotiabank provided a fairly positive report today on the company’s current status and 5-year operational plan. Thanks.
Q: Hi,
Jeff Tonkin, CEO of Birchcliff Energy (BIR-T)was on BNN-Commodities show this morning and discussed a recent change with TC Energy for buyers of Canadian Nat Gas to now be able to put their gas into storage year round as they are not required to have fixed and interruptible transportation. He said this puts a floor on the natural gas pricing. Do you agree and do you see this as significantly contributing to BIR-T and other nat gas producers bottom line and ultimately increasing their share prices? Thanks
Q: I would like to sell one or both of the above for a tax loss. Which would be your preference to sell? Or should I let them both go? Would you recommend buying back after 30 days?
Thank you.
Q: I heard that these Torc and Brichcliff Energy where being delisted from the TSX. Is this correct? If yes when? What are the implications of this? Where will they trade? Should I sell my holdings in these companies and buy Whitecap?
Thanks
Q: As we approach year-end, I wonder if you have given some thought yet to tax loss selling opportunities. Almost anything in oil and gas and lots in materials would fit the bill. Will you be publishing a list of candidates as you have in previous years and when might you do so?
Q: These three companies have appreciated during the last week. Natural gas prices are rising. Please explain the reason for the increase and future outlook. Which of the three in order would you purchase and why? Thanks
Q: With respect to the above companies, I would like to have your opinion on their potential, and whether you see any imminent issues with respect to debt levels. Please deduct credits as necessary.
Q: On BNN last week one of the guests stated that insider trading in large oil companies has been rising. Would this fit in with your assessment of the sector and in your opinion does this indicate that it might be time to start taking a position in the oil and gas sector. If so then would you have a few stocks to recommend, perhaps three small to mid cap and a couple of larger ones. Thanks.
Q: One of these days the sentiment on Canadian gas and oil companies is going to change.( I hope!!).
If that day was tomorrow which small cap Canadian oil and gas company would you buy?
Q: Hello, Please provide risks for Birchcliff Energy related to Debt & cash flow. would you consider it safe for 2 year time frame? how are Canadian Nat gas prices and do you see any catalyst?
Thanks.
Q: If looking for an oil & gas producer to introduce to an otherwise o&g-free portfolio, how would you rank these? Is there a glaring omission in my list?