Q: I have been quite patient with Husky Energy (HSE) having bought in 2011 and earlier. The reward for my patience has been a drop in value of 36% excluding dividends. Since the stock is up about 16% YTD, is it a good time to sell the stock (RRSP) and replace it with something else. In my RRSP I have too much oil already so would like a recommendation outside of oil and gas. I am retired and relatively conservative but don't need a return for 5+ years. Also I am prepared to keep HSE if it's the best thing to do.
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Q: ABT has lost 15% of its value in the last 2 months. Any reason for the drop? Would you buy more (up to your maximum allocation)?
Q: Would the stocks in the income portfolio be those you would recommend for retirees?
Q: Currently I hold MKP in my RRSP with the intent of receiving income and as a long term hold.
Given the new mortgage rules should I be reassessing whether to keep this stock?
Given the new mortgage rules should I be reassessing whether to keep this stock?
Q: Does BRE contain the Brookfield property management division or just the reality co.s like Royal Lepage ?
Q: Thanks for the blog "Who gets impacted by a carbon tax?".
While Saskatchewan and Alberta show the highest per capita impact in your analysis, isn't it energy users who will pay the bill? With the largest populations, won't a considerable part of the cost be borne by Ontario and Quebec drivers, particularly drivers of the least fuel efficient vehicles?
Also, do you happen to know how a carbon tax impacted countries that implemented it years ago? Thanks for any references you have on this. Edward
While Saskatchewan and Alberta show the highest per capita impact in your analysis, isn't it energy users who will pay the bill? With the largest populations, won't a considerable part of the cost be borne by Ontario and Quebec drivers, particularly drivers of the least fuel efficient vehicles?
Also, do you happen to know how a carbon tax impacted countries that implemented it years ago? Thanks for any references you have on this. Edward
Q: Hello Peter and 5i Team,
Could I have your assessment on the impact, if any, of the carbon tax on High Arctic Energy?
What would your thoughts be towards HWO, moving forward in general, for a 3 -5 year hold?
Can you suggest any other stocks /companies that would have an edge over their competition in light of the impending carbon tax?
Thank you kindly,
Rick
Could I have your assessment on the impact, if any, of the carbon tax on High Arctic Energy?
What would your thoughts be towards HWO, moving forward in general, for a 3 -5 year hold?
Can you suggest any other stocks /companies that would have an edge over their competition in light of the impending carbon tax?
Thank you kindly,
Rick
Q: What do you think about taking a 5% position in Bird at this time. Although its share price is down, it has consistently paid an attractive dividend since 2011 (0.66/year), rising to 0.76/year in 2014 where it has remained. Its second quarter results were disappointing due to Alberta wildfires, but isn't this a good entry point as Fort McMurray reconstruction ramps up?
Q: Hi team, I'm about 20% down on DH and it seems not to be recovering. I wonder if you have any advice / insight as to whether I should bail out before their report on earning (Oct 25) or to stay the course? Even as a 3-5 year hold, do you think there's a chance of recovery? Thanks!
Q: You have previously recommended in not going above a 50/50 mix in equities and income for a average investor. What can one assume is included in income producing products? Preferred shares, dividend paying stocks, bonds....? What percentage breakdown is recommended for an average investor for a 10 year time frame? Thank you
Q: I have about 10% cash right now. Normally I prefer to be fully invested because I like the steady dividends. My investing style is somewhere between your income portfolio & balanced portfolio and the portfolio is reasonable balanced. I don't need to take anything from my investments now but I will in a couple of years.
It "feels" like sitting on a bit of cash makes sense right now in the short term and maybe take advantage of tax loss season or other buying opportunities (seems like a lot of those recently).
Your thoughts?
It "feels" like sitting on a bit of cash makes sense right now in the short term and maybe take advantage of tax loss season or other buying opportunities (seems like a lot of those recently).
Your thoughts?
Q: Understanding the risks involved, how do you feel about holding equal positions in inverse ETFs (10%) and cash (10%) given the potential choppy months ahead for the market?
Q: What is the consensus for Q3 revenue and eps?
Q: Which would be a better buy? Loblaw or PBH?
Q: As someone who currently has little exposure to gold and precious metals, it seems that, from reading responses to other questions, now would be a good time to jump in. Would you be against a 5% investment?
What are two stocks and two etfs you like in this sector?
Thanks!
What are two stocks and two etfs you like in this sector?
Thanks!
Q: Reko just announced year end results and had an excellent year.
The company has recorded its 20th consecutive profitable quarter and has paid down debt to a much more manageable level.
The Reko family controls approx. 2/3 of the company.
With a hard book value at 6.51 how would you assess an investment in Reko given their successful transformation to factory automation.
The company has recorded its 20th consecutive profitable quarter and has paid down debt to a much more manageable level.
The Reko family controls approx. 2/3 of the company.
With a hard book value at 6.51 how would you assess an investment in Reko given their successful transformation to factory automation.
Q: What is your take on the potential merger. Is Amaya a reasonable medium term hold. Would your target valuation on the shares improve with the merger.
Q: Looking back at previous questions about TOY, it's mentioned that it is attractive at 21x or 19x P/E ratio. My TD Waterhouse web broker research platform states that it's currently operating at a 46.7x P/E ratio.
a) 46.7x would be bad, right? And cannot be true?
b) What's the current P/E ratio and how can I reliably find it independently?
Thanks
a) 46.7x would be bad, right? And cannot be true?
b) What's the current P/E ratio and how can I reliably find it independently?
Thanks
Q: HI,
In my RRIF I have 1000 FAP (Aberdeen Asia-Pac)
I plan to move all to ECN (ECN Capital Corp)
good move or bad move?
Thanks for your advice
Jean guy
In my RRIF I have 1000 FAP (Aberdeen Asia-Pac)
I plan to move all to ECN (ECN Capital Corp)
good move or bad move?
Thanks for your advice
Jean guy
Q: I have not yet exchanged my Intertain shares but if so I would take the exchangeable shares as you have recommended. However I am considering the following option: sell my Intertain shares on the open market this week and buy the Exchangeable shares (probably) when they become available. Could you please comment on this strategy the advantages and disadvantages. Thanks.