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Q: Last year CM agreed to buy Private Bancorp in the US at a price which is now about 20% less than the current market price of the PB. It appears highly unlikely PB's shareholders would vote to approve the deal. Of course CM could raise their offer. Today's GAM article discusses this deal and a confusing ( to me ) comment about CM having an option to buy 2% of its stock should the deal fail and therefore supporting CM's stock price. I would appreciate your thoughts on this deal as I am currently considering selling the stock at today's levels given the uncertainty about where this stock is going.
Read Answer Asked by angus on February 28, 2017
Q: I'm looking to increase my exposure to the infrastructure sector. Current fundamentals are an important consideration but I'm most interested in the company's future prospects and its ability to take advantage of infrastructure spending that is necessary and promised by many present governments. I would appreciate it if you could suggest 3-4 companies that you feel are the most capable of taking advantage of opportunities as they develop in Canada and globally in the next 1-2 years. A safe and increasing dividend is always a plus. As always, thanks in advance for your advice.
Read Answer Asked by Les on February 28, 2017
Q: I see chartwell has been a bit weak since the Q4 earnings report. I noticed that AFFO only increased by one cent (5%) in Q4, although 10cents (approx 13%) for the whole year, perhaps suggesting that growth is slowing? In addition, I was disappointed that they only increased the dividend by 2.5%, which is much less than AFFO growth. Does this suggest to you that growth is going to be minimal for 2017? The yield is not high as I think investors (myself included) were buying into the growth story. Do you see meaningful growth going forward?
Read Answer Asked by arnold on February 28, 2017
Q: Following Donald's announcement of increased defence spending, I'm contemplating half positions in 3 of the above. Your ranking and perhaps other suggestions would be appreciated, as always.

Rob
Read Answer Asked by Rob on February 28, 2017
Q: Greetings, Peter & Co.
It is just as well that I inadvertently indicated that my last question was private as it was very badly worded.
Would you please recommend 2 or 3 stocks (Canadian and/or US) in the sectors: Consumer Staples, Energy, Health Care and Materials. I am looking for a good level of safety with some growth and, preferably, some income. Please feel free to charge me for more than one question.
With great appreciation for your exceptional service to retail investors.
Ed
Read Answer Asked by Ed on February 28, 2017
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