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Q: I have been reading some of your readers comments about the installment receipt being offered by AQN. It looked almost too good to be true so I read the press release. The following sentence is from the Press Release: "On the day following the Final Installment Date, the interest rate payable on the Debentures will fall to an annual rate of 0%. "
Thus, isn't this simply a purchase of common shares rather than a real convertible debenture. During the period until the acquisition closes it is a convertible but as soon as the deal closes the holder will get 0% interest and thus would most likely convert into common so that he/she could get the dividend stream....am I missing something?
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 17, 2016
Q: Dear Sirs,

Wondering if you have any insights on Lithium X as a speculation?

With thanks,
Brad
Read Answer Asked by Brad on February 17, 2016
Q: STB jumped 9.43 per cent today. What do you think of its results? A buy at these levels?

Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Kurt W on February 17, 2016
Q: I currently have a 3.09% position in Pembina Pipeline (ppl) to compliment a total 2% position in the oil/gas sector divided between Whitecap and Torc Oil.

I'm wondering why such the big discrepancy between the valuations of Pembina vs Inter Pipeline (ipl)?

I'm considering switching out of Pembina to Inter Pipeline for the lower valuation and to boost monthly income. Would you endorse such a move or would you consider it being "too cute" and just stick with Pembina which has outperformed IPL?

Thanks.

John
Read Answer Asked by john on February 17, 2016
Q: Holding rmp in a tfsa. Would you consider it a sell if oil stays low for one more year. I don't mind to hold if you think it will survive or a take out possibility. Thanks hoping your sunburn aren't to bad. Maybe we can go on your next cruise.
Chris
Read Answer Asked by chris on February 17, 2016
Q: Hi Guys
How would you compare this company to Gilden, when looking at all the metrics.
GIII has no debt, a higher ROE, better 3 yr Rev growth, cheaper on Price/Sales, more insider ownership, but quite a bit smaller Market cap & free cash flow
thanks Gord
Read Answer Asked by Gordon on February 17, 2016
Q: Peter and staff,
I am looking to purchase another utility position in my portfolio. currently holding FTS, IPL, and TRP. I am seriously considering EMA but notice that it is never on your recommended list for utilities.
Is that mainly because of its slightly lower dividend than some others? I thought because of substantial US income it would be a good choice.
Your thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Larry
Read Answer Asked by Larry on February 17, 2016
Q: I own some preferred shares in EFN, what happens to them should the company split? Many thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Mark on February 17, 2016
Q: I got lucky and called both a (near term) top in CSU and a further drop in AAPL, exiting my positions leaving $75K cash to invest.

My belief is that the next 12-24 months minimum are going to be very tough sledding for both the global economy and especially Canada therefore I'm adopting a defensive position, shying away from highly volatile growth stocks and looking to deploy that money among 5-7 dividend paying GARP stocks.

My question: adding to a well diversified Canadian portfolio, and irrespective of sector, what would be your suggestions that best combined a secure 4+ % dividend with the likelihood of share price increases in the next 1-5 years.

Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Kim on February 17, 2016
Q: Have 10K to invest on behalf of each of my children. Timeline is 5+ years. Seeking growth. Risk is acceptable. Your guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for the excellent and informative service.
Read Answer Asked by Joel on February 17, 2016
Q: I would like your opinion of Fortis purchase of ITC Holding for 11.3 billion U.S. Dollars. Would Fortis still be a safe stock for a senior as it looks like they bet the farm on this deal.

I know it is different but when Baytex made a large U.S. deal it never worked out for them.

Thank you very much
Charlie
Read Answer Asked by CHARLES LA on February 17, 2016
Q: The potential bid of $4.25 per share strikes me as an opportunistic attempt to take advantage of shareholders who are generally spooked by the current markets. Anyone who purchased the shares in the past 3 years or so would certainly be under water on the bid. The offer would represent only a small premium to the price the shares were trading at just a few days ago. Also the company is projected to continue growing, perhaps at a single digit rate, and pays a good dividend. Holding the shares for the next 12-15 months would more than compensate shareholders for the small premium. So why would shareholders tender shares to, what I consider, such a low offer if such an offer is eventually made. Your comments please.
Read Answer Asked by John on February 16, 2016
Q: I see that Barclays stock has been under some pressure lately. Do you think they could suspend their dividend? The main reason I ask is because I own their preferred shares BCS.PR.D and I am concerned that they could stop paying dividends all together.
Read Answer Asked by patrick on February 16, 2016
Q: thank you for your info. gud csh.un aw.un yes i am buying
Read Answer Asked by cliff on February 16, 2016
Q: I've held this for about 6 months. My cost is $ 22 per share and it's at $11.80 as of today. I have 8-10 years so I'm not in a hurry to sell. RBC seems very positive on the name. They have target of $ 25 and released a new update this morning. What are your thoughts ?
Read Answer Asked by Randy on February 16, 2016
Q: Could you please explain what Horizon has done in reorganizing this etf? Last Friday it closed at $4.80 per unit and now the price is $23.25.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 16, 2016
Q: I currently have a quarter position in Element Financial and as the trend line was down, I was holding off buying additional shares in EFN. Now with the announcement of the split of EFN into two entities, and the most likely increase in the p/e rating increasing, I am wondering if I should buy now, or in a weeks time, say, or hold off until the split is actually done.....Tom
Read Answer Asked by Tom on February 16, 2016
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