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Q: Hi Folks,
I'm thinking of slowly getting back into the energy sector. I like the mid cap space - companies with good balance sheets, existing production, growth potential. I'm considering ERF, PXT, WCP, KEL and PSK. How would you rank this group. Any others that you would recommend?
Thanks as usual,
Dennis
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on September 18, 2019
Q: Hi 5i,
Comments on the company / news today? I see some insider buying at 25c from the chairman (300,000 shares).
New synopsis: a follow-on order for six additional SmartGATE(TM) systems by a multi-family and commercial real estate investment company, totaling C$537,168. This order brings to 12, the number of its 439 multi-family buildings that the customer has outfitted with Legend's energy-management solution.

Do you see this as a viable company with potential?

Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Matt on September 18, 2019
Q: Hi there,

Which of these stocks would you be adding to or starting a position in and why? All have pulled back to some extent so my question is which have the most upside assuming I can handle volatility? I am okay with a response suggesting to buy all 5 if you can please explain why each has come down too much and has room to go up. Deduct as you see fit and thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Tim on September 18, 2019
Q: I am thinking about harvesting a capital loss on VET. The stock goes ex-dividend on September 27th. I would probably repurchase 31 days after selling as it is my only energy exposure. Probably have to give up a dividend payment as it pays monthly. Not sure how long the stock bump will last even though there does not seem to be a conclusion to the Saudi war on Yemen. I suppose if I guess wrong and energy stocks stay strong I could buy Whitecap after I sell VET even though I prefer VET as a long term hold. May I have your thoughts?
Thanks,
Jim
Read Answer Asked by James on September 18, 2019
Q: Hello, in a recent question by "sunday" regarding your top 5 o&g picks you listed VET, SU, HES, PXT, ARX. I notice the exclusion of WCP which you have been a proponent of for quite some time and have listed HES and ARX which have been much less mentioned by your team as top o&g picks. Has something changed with WCP that caused you to not consider it a top pick anymore? I personally think WCP has become even more attractive with mgmt showing its cautiousness and protecting of the downside risk.
Read Answer Asked by Adam on September 18, 2019
Q: Hello, I currently own Alaris Royalty and, although it pays an excellent dividend, it has dropped about 30% since I purchased it.
I am currently considering purchasing Brookfield Business Partners to replace Alaris with the hope of recouping my capital loss. Do you think this would be a good trade?
Thank you for your reponse, Alan
Read Answer Asked by Alan on September 18, 2019
Q: Hi
Could you provide me with a couple snapshots of Black Diamond please? How do they compare from a year ago, two years ago, when they cut their dividend, or even in their oil bull market phase. The question really would be if they are looking any better lately, are they doing the right things, how challenged are they, are they investable right now? Thank you
Jeremy
Read Answer Asked by Jeremy on September 18, 2019
Q: I currently own 200K in vbal, 200K in vgro, 150K in xwd and 50K in vee, I am thinking of switching out vee with zlu as zlu performs better in the long run and also vee is covered in vgro and vbal.
Thoughts?
Thanks
SF
Read Answer Asked by Steve on September 17, 2019
Q: Having been doing some research on couch potato investing as opposed to me being actively involved.
As such, I am considering VGRO for myself and VBAL for my spouse's TFSAs. 4-5 year investment time frame.
Do you think this a good idea in putting all eggs in Vanguard's basket? What alternatives would you suggest?

Appreciate the insights and information you have provided and continue to provide.

JOhn
Read Answer Asked by John on September 17, 2019
Q: Hi, Could you please comment on the company's intention to convert from income trust to corporate structure. They also mentioned that this move will help improve liquidity in daily trading as well as allow investors outside Canada to own the shares. Besides the tax implications, do you see this move impacting the share price in near/ long term or make comapny shares more attractive to institutions to own. Thank You
Read Answer Asked by rajeev on September 17, 2019
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