Investment Q&A

Q: Hi Peter,

I have read some questions about "Middlfield offers to exchange ARTIS shares for shares in the MINT INCOME FUND". This reminds me of an investment "mistake" I did 7 or 8 years ago, here is the story: I had shares of Westshore Terminals (WTE), their value were of about $6.50, one morning I received a call from my broker (I do not have a broker anymore) who explained to me that I could exchange my WTE for a Sentry Select fund commission free! I have accepted the offer. As of today, the value of WTE is of almost $29.00, with a yield of 4.3%. I now understand why they wanted so much my WTE shares.

Since I have started to educate myself about investment and finance through Canadian Money Saver magazine and other sources, those kind of mistakes do not happen anymore.

Thank you,

Gervais

Q: Could you please give an updated opinion on Veresen (T-VSN). It has taken a hit with other utility companies over the past few weeks but still pays a good dividend of 7.84%. Is the current price of $12.75 a good entry point? It is right in the middle of its 52-week range of $11.22 to $13.91. The Royal Bank has a Sector Perform rating on the stock with only a $13.00 target. So there might not be much upside. Is it worth holding in an income portfolio, would you consider the dividend safe? As always, I appreciate your valued comments. Thank you.

Q: Hi,what is your current thinking on Redknee Solutions(RKN)? Thanks

Q: I own Dundee REIT (D.UN) for a few years and have been quite happy with the results. However, with the potential of rising interest rates would it be better for me to liquidate sooner than later....many thanks...

Q: hello 5i:
I'm wondering if you could comment on Y.TO. I've just finished reading an article, point of which, this is a VERY undervalued company. Technicals are interesting as they've moved above the 20 day sma etc etc. i have avoided owning it in the past as the business model seemed quite flawed, but am open to questioning my belief on this.
thanks

Q: Many of the stocks on which you have commented are up substantially since your service started. When looking back at old comments, this can make it a bit of a challenge to know if they still represent good buys. Is it possible for you to include a price cap below which you would consider the stock worth purchasing or some other measure that could guide readers as to when it is time to look elsewhere for value? Alternately would you consider putting out a regular (monthly?) list of best value plays within the stocks you cover? Continued thanks for reasonably priced, unbiased opinions!

Q: The ad in the National post by Middlfield offers to exchange my ARTIS shares for shares in the MINT INCOME FUND. Any thoughts on why would this be a good deal?

Q: Hi guys. I've been looking at Equitable Group (ETC). 2014 estimated earnings is $6.07 giving it a forward p/e of 6.09. 2013 estimated earnings is $5.49 giving it a p/e of 6.75.

Any idea what the historical p/e norm is for companies like ETC? Seems dirt cheap but with a div of less than 2% I'm guessing it can remain dirt cheap for long periods of time.

Q: Hello, could you please give your thoughts on PAREX RESOURCES please.

Q: Hi team,

What would be your favorite uranium name among these:
FCU,PDN,DML,U or if there is another favorite that you have for the next few years time frame

Thanks

Q: Are you aware of a U.S."consumer staples" ETF and a U.S."consumer discretionary" ETF that is hedged to the Canadian dollar?I thank you for your continuing superb performance in answering so many varied questions.

Q: Medicago (MDG), a Canadian biotech company developing human vaccines using plant-like virus particles, has just shot forward ~20% (to $1.15) on news that Mitsubishi and Philip Morris will buy 54% of the company for ~$175 million, closing this Fall. I wonder if it is wise to sell now or stay with it hoping for even better returns in the years ahead. Indeed, I wonder if I will have a choice - I assume I will not have to tender since only 54% is being sold. Will they issue additional shares if not enough present owners tender?
I do not know if this kind of company is outside your interests, but I would certainly appreciate your comments.
Thanks for your great service, Bob.

Q: Hi Peter, Would you consider MEI (Manitok Energy) a buy at the current level? Thanks, Ilesh

Q: Hello, my question on BEP.UN. with a negative return on common equity, would you add at this time? Thank you as always. Barb

Q: Wanting to take advantage, with the long-term in mind, of the beat-down in emerging markets, what ETFs or Mutual Funds do you recommend? Also, if I wanted to buy a single company with good dividend that has very strong EM exposure, would Unilever be on your short list?

Thanks-

Q: I need to learn all about the impact of taxes on my portfolio. I'm a beginner so I need a plain languge approach. I was wondering if you could recommend some material to me. Thank you. I really appreciate your service.

Q: Peter;Is there any difference between XLP and KXI ? Thanks. Rod

Q: Any reason why there is such a large difference between Imperial Oil (IMO) and Canadian Natural Resources (CNQ) when it comes to the P/E ? Are they not similar companies, in the same field, and both classical names ?

Q: Goldcorp (G)traded over 33 million shares on July 11/13. Can you shed any light on who were the major Buyers and Sellers. Does this signal a buying opportunity as this large trading activity took place on a price uptick.

Q: NHC Northstar Health Care has had a great run this year. Is it possible that this multi year "dog " still has major upside potential? Or would it be better to sell into his strength and move on?

Thanks.