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Q: Financials constitute 21.2% of my portfolio. I would like to reduce that by selling off some these; AD 12.57%,SCB 3.79%, EFN 16.17%, FIE 33.75%, FSZ 4.92%,GS 11.35%, HCG 17.45%. Which would you sell? Would you consider buying Tricon with any proceeds? GS dropped considerably in the last few months. Do you know why?
Thanks in advance. Gary
Read Answer Asked by Gary on February 10, 2016
Q: Hi Guys - rarely do I ask a question as so many of your members ask before me. Perhaps my turn.

Looking for your thoughts and expectations on the below noted link which describes share holder agitation. Thanks in advance.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/concerned-shareholder-group-calls-immediate-113000556.html
Read Answer Asked by Mike on February 10, 2016
Q: Could you explain when the funds are hedged and unhedged how they work with the movement of the dollar ?
Read Answer Asked by terrance on February 10, 2016
Q: Your take on the latest acquisition.

Thanks

Sheldon
Read Answer Asked by Sheldon on February 10, 2016
Q: Let's revisit Shopify. It's trading below the IPO price from last year, but it seems like a great cloud-based software that keeps growing and is "sticky". What is your opinion on this company and when will they be able to stand on their own feet (i.e. profitable)?
Read Answer Asked by Eugene on February 10, 2016
Q: I'm thinking about adding to the following stocks to bring them back up to full positions. Are they all safe to add to? Would you avoid any right now?

EFN , AD , OTC , CSU ,CGI , ATD.B, CCL.B, CRH, DRT, GUD

Read Answer Asked by Carla on February 10, 2016
Q: Fortis buys ITC. How does the currency work? If it's Canadian dollars it seems to me that the risk is great if the Canadian dollar goes to par in a year. I am somewhat confused on that basis albeit I like the idea of Canadian companies buying foreign companies. Perhaps you can give us your take on the currency implications.
Regards
Read Answer Asked by roland on February 10, 2016
Q: Can you comment on their results. Are the results weaker than forecast.
Read Answer Asked by Imtiaz on February 10, 2016
Q: Hi 5i: My utilities sector is a bit under-weight at the moment, and I'm considering the addition of RNW. The dividend is high, but its parent does not inspire confidence. However, I have heard some analysts recommend it and suggest that the dividend is safe. I would appreciate your comments - I assume that it would not provide much growth. Any alternatives suggestions would also be welcome (I have AQN already, along with FTS and pipes in another portfolio). Many thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Roland on February 10, 2016
Q: Hello Peter, regarding model portfolio. 1. If starting new portfolio would you recommend buying in equal weights 5% each or as per weights / allocation currently.
2. If already has the portfolio, would you suggest putting new money in most fallen like WCP SJ ESL etc or since you are keeping unusually high cash . Would you suggest staying on sideline for now. Keep up good work. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by RUPINDER on February 10, 2016
Q: I am looking for an ETF that reflects gold + silver + platinum companies or physical holdings. I'm sure there used to be such a Cdn offering but I can't find it anywhere. Thanks. DA
Read Answer Asked by Derek on February 10, 2016
Q: Most if not all of the convertible bonds offering I have seen, the conversion price is at a premium to the trading price of the stock. This one is somehow unique. Can you please explain why? If I am holding the shares in a registered account wouldn't be better to hold the convertible instead (more secure and higher distribution at least for now)? Would this situation encourage arbitrage, buying the convertible and selling the stock short driving the stock price down? Do you expect that this bond to sell at a premium to the stock as soon as it hits the market?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Saad on February 10, 2016
Q: Hello:
What do you think the chances are that the Bank of Canada might lower its benchmark
intetest rate.
Thanks: Jerry
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on February 10, 2016
Q: 6:42 PM 2/9/2016
Hello Peter
Could you please comment on the Algonquin Power takeover of Empire Electric in Missouri. The deal looks very interesting to me. Algonquin are simultaneously offering 5.00% Convertible Debentures - Instalment Receipts. The Conversion price is $10.60 well below the closing price of the shares yesterday $11.54.
Could you answer these questions for me and comment on the Company and on the Debenture issue.

1. It seems very surprising to have the conversion price LESS than the market price. Why?
2. Would you prefer the Debentures or the Common shares for steady income.
3. Will the common shares trade down to the conversion price on open Feb 10th?
Many thanks.......... Paul K
Read Answer Asked by Paul on February 10, 2016
Q: Re your response to Warren on the convertible debetnures.

If the conversion is $10.60, that offers a discount not premium to current market price of $11.50. It should probably sell at a premium to par once trading.

Sheldon
Read Answer Asked by Sheldon on February 10, 2016
Q: In regards to Mike's search for Canadian Dividend Aristocrats he may find this site helpful:
http://www.dividendgrowthinvestingandretirement.com/canadian-dividend-all-star-list/
Read Answer Asked by Alan on February 09, 2016
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