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Q: In an answer to a recent question on Market Call on Ensign Energy Services the guest stated that ESI will have free cash flow of $200 million this year which works out to be half of its market cap of about $400 million. This seems to be a pretty good situation but I feel that I must be missing something here. What is the debt and is it a concern, Is new drilling likely to gain traction over the next couple of years. What do insiders hold and are they buying. Do you have any ideas on why this stock has not really done much over the last few years.. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Rob on November 08, 2023
Q: I'm down 50%+ in these positions in a registered account with a 5-7 year time horizon. Which of these would you suggest I sell and which would you consider holds? Please offer better alternatives in the same sectors for the sells. thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Chris on February 27, 2023
Q: Hello. What are your thoughts on Ensign Energy Services (ESI.T)? They recently had a dividend reduction after engaging in the purchase of a competitor (Trinidad Drilling). The stock has collapsed and continues on a downward spiral. Is this a good long-term (5 yrs+) investment?
I am down considerably right now, should I take my losses or average down right now? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Tim on March 05, 2020
Q: Good morning
As retirees, and still with a longer-term horizon, my wife and I own (and like) Suncor (integrated), Prairie Sky (no debt) and Peyto (low cost producer) for minimal risk; second, dividend income, and third, capital growth. Oil & Gas is 4% of our diversified portfolio. We plan to keep Suncor. I am considering Freehold Royalty, Tourmaline, and Ensign Energy Services as possible replacements for PSK and PEY.
Q1: Do you feel the stock price declines in the Canadian oil and gas sector represent investor capitulation?
Q2: I would appreciate your comments on the 3 stocks being considered. Would any of TOU, FRU or ESI better meet our investment objectives, compared to our current holdings, PSK and PEY?
Thank you for your advice on this.
Edward
Read Answer Asked by Edward on July 29, 2019
Q: In 5i's opinion are the dividends on these 5 stocks sustainable and if so which 3 would 5i recommend to buy for income at the current prices.
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by George on July 25, 2019
Q: I have been watching ESI as part of my speculative portfolio. The ~8% div yield is currently unsustainable based on current earnings yet their acquisition of Trinidad at 40% of its value is somewhat compelling for future appreciation. They have indicated their plan to reduce debt and clean their financial statements yet, while the sector is negative, your opinion would be appreciated. Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Martin on April 10, 2019
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