Investment Q&A

Q: There have been exchanges of information on BCE floating rate pfd's and D was suggested as a pure floater, suitable for one of my needs. BCE has information on their pfds in chart form. In that form, under pfd D, the following appears under "Divedend Terms". (D is under the AD heading)

Until March 1, 2018, series AD shareholders are entitled to receive monthly, floating adjustable cash dividends computed in accordance with the terms and conditions attached to such shares.

With this wealth of information in mind, I went to the 2013 annual report for enlightenment. Here's the clarifying quote.

Holders of series S,Y,AB,AD,AE,AN and AT are entitled to floating, adjustable cumulative monthly dividends. The floating dividend on these shares is calculated every month, as set out in BCE's articles of amalgamation, as amended.

Well, that's certainly worth knowing. I wouldn't want to receive a dividend which was calculated under any old terms.

Perhaps you folks could help. I only want to know what happens to the BCE D's on March 1, 2018 and subsequently, if mentioned.

Thanks. Tim......

Q: ANS - I am holding shares in Ainsworth Lumber which is steadily going down since the deal with LP tanked. What is your outlook on ANS for the future.. is it worth holding?

Q: Do you see any further capital gains in FSZ, Scotiabank has a 12 month target at the current price, perhaps another stock in either of the portfolios has more potential.
Great service and it has been very helpful, made money
cheers, cacook

Q: Peter and Co.
Wayne asked about CI financial(CIX) today 15 May. In your reply you mentioned that Scotiabank (BNS) had bought Dundee of which I was not aware. I also read approximately 3 weeks ago that the Dundee companies were hard to analyse/understand. I wonder if you could give me your opinion of Dundee. I have DI and D. Thanks in advance. Your work is very much appreciated.
Gary

Q: Hi
Please comment on the results from medical facilities (dr)
Thankyou.

Q: Please comment on GH's record Q1 earnings and payout ratio. Thank-you

Q: What are your thoughts on Just Energy's Q4 2014 report?

Thanks, David

Q: I have a question about Bank of Nova Scotia:
Given your last report was published Jun 2013, has anything changed since then? What are your thoughts on the planned divestiture of CI which was factored into your "Growth Plans" section.

Q: REITS
Hi There
Leaving aside sector type and geography, which are the three or four most important financial parameters in assessing a REIT for sustained income and a little growth and what would be the limiting min or max values?
Thanks as always.

Q: Your opinion on CJRB
Thanks Shirley

Q: Your view on CHR.B (Chorus Aviation Inc) Q1 report.Thanks

Q: Yangarra Resources (YGR) Could you give your thoughts on YGR and its recent results. Thanks.

Q: Hi Peter/team,u are the experts so could u comment Q results for BSM tech gps/v,and the two acquisitions they just announced,sounds pretty good involving rail cars which seem in vogue these days,stock buy/sell/hold at 2.70sh level,thanks as always

Q: Hi Folks
GS having a little run down.
Any reason for concern?
Tks Stan

Q: CSU - Constellation has been a great stock for me and is down 4% at the moment. Time to buy more or wait? Thanks so much.

Q: CIX...buy, hold or sell?
Thanks,
Anne

Q: BAD - I have two problems. First, the $7.4M charge represents 33% of cash flow. Second, the DU liability is valued at another $21M as a current liability on the B/S. How do I estimate the cash flow impact of the plan as it continues to vest? Rewarding mgmt for stock performance is great and aligns their interests with mine, but when 33% of the operating cash flow disappears I become a little concerned. Plus I cannot get a handle on the future liability this plan represents.

Q: your thoughts on cgj jr mining company carlisle gold stock

thanks

Q: There has been discussion of the concept of using BRK.B as a low-cost alternative to a US-equity mutual fund. Continuing that theme, are there other companies that take direct ownership in multiple businesses and then issue shares/units for purchase by the public? Can you list some please. Do you recommend any?

Cheers,
JohnWest

Q: The ‘don’t buy’ category of ‘C’

Just reading your new LIQ report,and noticed this remark. I hadn't realized there might be verbal interpretations of the high school grades. Is there a section somewhere on what the letter grades might infer?
Or, obviously we should just read the whole report each time to understand the nuances of each situation.

Thanks,
Marilyn