Investment Q&A

Q: Peter,
Domestic housing is expensive, Flaherty attempting to reign in the mortgage market, and a shaky macro picture. Retail rental property has been (and may continue to be) a good portfolio diversifier. Transglobe Apartment REIT (TGA-U) is getting taken out. Have you looked at any other investment vehicles in this specific sector?

Q: I frequently hear the term "handle" bandied about on BNN as an apparent unit of measurement. What the heck does this refer to other then something you use to pick up a pot? Thanks so much!

Q: I'd appreciate input regarding the difference between a distribution and dividend. Is a distribution a special dividend that a company basically pays the tax on so the shareholder doesn't?

I wasn't expecting any announcements from POE regarding dividends/distributions but personally I'm pleasantly surprised. Tempted to buy more but would greatly appreciate 5i's thoughts.

Q: Hi Peter: Could you please comment on ATA and its prospects going forward.

Thanks, David

Q: What is your thought on writing covered calls Do the equities
you cover have options?

Q: Hello,
I have a general question about inflation. Is moderate inflation (2 to 4%) a positive or negative for stocks in general ? How about high inflation ? The articles I read over time on the topic suggest that some inflation is good but high inflation is very bad. Thank you in advance for your comments and best regards.

Q: Hello,
Can I please have your thoughts on Painted Poney (PPY) ? I am planning to buy and hold unless the company is taken over. Thank you.

Q: Re: the brookfield group of companies...

Any preferences among this group: bam.a; bep.un, brc.un,box.un...as an investment vehicle primarily for growth and income?

Thanks...

Q: Hi, in engineering space would you favour STN over GNV (higher dividend)?

Q: These are just "my observations" of the current Canadian market place. It appears that any small cap or medium cap company with little or zero cash flow is being crushed by the large number of short sellers (SS) circling in the sky. The (SS) just continue to build their short positions until the company is out of money and then when it finally succumbs to raise funds with a low share price the SS are the buyers, leaving those original share holders with a much smaller value. Until the rules for short selling are revised I see no real reason why this approach will change. This occurrence doesn't happen to the same extent on large cap stocks because of the expense and the number of individuals and institutions looking to "go-long" to receive dividends. Now for my question - Do you think my observation is true or false? Why or why not?
Sincerely,
ANDY

Q: Peter,

What is your opinion about Total Energy Services (TOT) and how does it compare to the other companies in the sector in terms of whether this is a better buy compared to say CFW or TCW?

Q: I have recently taken a small position in Lakeshore Gold (LSG) in my TFSA and RRSP accounts for potential growth. Do you anticipate a turnaround in this stock? I am considering adding to my position. Have recently joined your website and find it very worthwhile.

Q: Chartwell Reit, A great dividend but is a part of that dividend a return of your capital? If it is, maybe you could explain what this means to the investor . I enjoy the service you provide. THANKS KEITH

Q: Hi Peter;
Great forum. It is refreshing to get opinions without the risk of any involvement in the name.
What are your thoughts on the outlook for uranium, and do you consider Uranium Participation (U) a good way to play it?
Thx; Mike

Q: Peter, could I please have your thoughts on ATH. It appears to be a good entry level at this price, perhaps for a longer term hold. Thanks, David

Q: Hi Peter, would you please give me your opinion on RET. Thanks Merrill.

Q: BNP ( Bonavista energey) I bough it around $20 and average out with $15.now its less that 15$ and I think something is wrong with this company and insider made huge sell off.double to triple normal volume .i heard different story more than low gas and oil price .what do you think about this company?

Q: Hello Peter
Thank you for starting this company, it is a great resource for small investors at a great price.
My question is about Student Transportation Inc. (STB-T) I have owned this stock for several years, have a nice capital gain and the stock has a nice yield. However some analysts say it has too much debt and should sell it others think it's OK. to hold for the dividend. I am confused can you elaborate more.
Thank you.
David.

Q: With today`s drop in price on CG ----is this an opportunity to average down cost around $ 15.58

?/ outlook for Gold ----thanks Don

Q: Regarding MCAN Mortgage, MKP, how would you expect it to be impacted by the mortgage changes, positively, negatively or at all. Thanks for your input.