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Q: Hi Gang,

It looks like Aston Hill (AHF) is looking to sell itself according to information from PREFBLOG on April 16 as follows:

“Aston Hill is looking for a buyer:

Executives at Aston Hill Financial Inc. have been shopping their firm to other asset managers, hoping to find a buyer.
Over the past two months, senior employees at Aston Hill have reached out to several Canadian firms and expressed interest in selling their company, according to multiple people familiar with the discussions.

The overtures have been made at a volatile time for the company, which recently lost a high profile mandate to manage $2.2-billion ‎worth of funds for IA Clarington Investments Inc. which prompted Aston Hill to slash its dividend.”

What would happen to the share price (currently 81 cents) if a sale occurred?

Any thoughts on when or if this may happen?

Thanks
John
Read Answer Asked by John on April 19, 2015
Q: Good Day, from the companies press releases I noticed that Lloyd I Miller, III has invested in December not sure who that is, but regardless, what is your opinion for a longer term buy in this sector, if not this stock anything comparable?
Read Answer Asked by Bohdan on April 17, 2015
Q: Hi 5i team,

What are your thoughts on continuing to hold badger? It has had a bit of stock momentum over the past month, but has still been affected by the gloom in the energy sector. Would you recommend continuing to hold badger for the long term or do you think it would be better to switch to a company exposed to an industry more in favour from your growth portfolio? I already own a good portion of your balanced and growth portfolio so I would likely top up my positions or purchase kinaxis as it currently has stock momentum. My position in badger is around 3 percent.

Thanks as always,
Jon
Read Answer Asked by Jonathan on April 17, 2015
Q: I noticed that this UK bank sells at a discount to the tangible book value. Is there a reason that I should avoid buying this stock?
Read Answer Asked by george on April 17, 2015
Q: For tax-planning purposes, I'm trying to keep a lid on net income. Can you recommend some quality stocks that pay out a decent, mainly non-dividend distritution (other than REITs and BEP.un, which I already have)?
Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by chris on April 17, 2015
Q: I have been watching BLD for the past couple monthes. It looks they are having a lot of progress recently with the Buss order from China, Fuel cell tram demonstration, and especially had signed contract with Ardica for the development of portable military fuel cell batteries. Do you know any more details about these activities or contracts and what do you think about this stock now (current price vs upside potential)?

Thanks,

Adam
Read Answer Asked by Adam on April 17, 2015
Q: Nike, Under Armour and Performance sports have all performed amazingly well over the past 3 to 5 years. Nike (only) pays a small dividend. Is it reasonable to expect these companies to continue this growth and is the current growth coming from the new Asia/African markets?
Read Answer Asked by Greg on April 17, 2015
Q: Just new to 5i. I am working my way out of mutual funds and own this one that has performed well but has a MER of 2.5%. What would you suggest ...a similar ETF with a lower MER or ?? Thx
Read Answer Asked by Kenneth on April 17, 2015
Q: Thoughts on Amaya's spin out Innova Gaming? From recent prospectus on sedar, issue price $4.50 - $5.00, approximately 15.3 million shares total - valueing company around $73 million. 2014 revenue $23.2 million, $5 million EBITDA (up 21.6% y/y). What are your thoughts on proposed price, business prospects, management? Many thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Curtis on April 17, 2015
Q: I own SIO and SEV. I have owned SIGM in the past. All of these companies in my view are trying to cash in on the "next big thing". Are any of these companies real winners in this space or are there other companies that are worth buying.

Thanks.

Grant
Read Answer Asked by Grant on April 17, 2015
Q: peter, I have owned both these stocks for quite a while. both have appreciated nicely. is there any reason for me to sell either. thanks for your opinion. bill
Read Answer Asked by William on April 17, 2015
Q: What is your opinion on buying ptm at .63 for a 3-5 yr. holding. With the amount of platinum, palladium and gold they have in the upcoming mines, would this not become a cash positive company. Thanks for much help, I have purchased 7 different new holdings in the last month.
Read Answer Asked by Rene on April 17, 2015
Q: Hi All: It is time I added some insurance to my portfolio. I am interested in adding to my gold holdings, I hold Goldcorp now and I would like to add a gold ETF. In the past I have held CGL. I would prefer a bullion stock. What do you think of this idea? Please suggest a couple of ETFs or stocks that would be your top choice. Thank you again for your help. You are the best ever!!
Read Answer Asked by audrey on April 17, 2015
Q: Hello Peter, I think I need to add to my US holdings. Air travel doesn't look like it's going away any time soon. And while I'm not interested in an airline stock, can you please offer any comments you might have on Boeing (understanding that you don't focus on US companies). Thanks, James
Read Answer Asked by James on April 17, 2015
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