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Q: Hi Peter & Co.,
I am considering taking a position in Sunlife perpetual preferred shares (series A,B,C or D). Current yield is about 5.8% vs. 4% on the common shares. It seems to me that gov't bond yields in Canada will be low for quite some time to come, and may even head lower should Mr. Poloz reduce the prime rate this year. These shares are already trading 10% or so below their call price, which should help if the company eventually calls them. What do you think of this issue as a long-term hold for income? Also, do you know what the rating is on these shares?
Thanks,
Brian
Read Answer Asked by Brian on January 13, 2016
Q: The CDN dollar has dropped (you may have noticed). Many Canadian corps are at very low numbers relative to 2014 highs. What are the chances of foreign (read US, for example) buying Canadian companies at extremely low prices (in US dollar terms)? Can you answer by segments, for example:
Banking
Other financials
Oil
Mining
REITs
Consumer discretionary
Any other segment that comes to mind?

Thanks for your insights.
Read Answer Asked by Elizabeth on January 13, 2016
Q: How much of a threat, mid to longer-term, do you feel the following will pose for Magna? First, sharing services Uber and Lyft, and second, developed country younger generation's disinclination for purchasing cars. Will higher demand for vehicles in developing countries outweigh the above, and is Magna well positioned to continue to do well as a Tier 1 supplier to the industry? Thank you. Ted
Read Answer Asked by Edward on January 13, 2016
Q: Good afternoon Peter and Team,

I 'attempt' to offer advice to my son who wishes to contribute his $5500 to this year's TFSA. At the present, his TFSA holds the following:
DHX.B (8.9%); EMA (19.9%); HXS (13.7%); GUD (8.5%); MDA (18.4%); SIS (6.7%); WSP (24%).

Should he add to an existing position, or should he start a new position (KXS is one we're considering)? Also, should some re-balancing occur? (Both EMA and WSP have done well).

Thanks as always.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on January 13, 2016
Q: Hi Peter, I'm looking to build a core of ETF's (x-Canada), what would you recommend for a moderate aggressive portfolio?
Read Answer Asked by Robert on January 13, 2016
Q: What do you make of a market that starts with hundreds of points up and end with hundreds of points down or vice versa. From your experience is that an indication of bull, bear or nothing can be concluded from these actions. Does history give us any indication what to come or is this a normal gyration of the market and unpredictable investor's reaction?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Saad on January 13, 2016
Q: Hello I know how you recommend against trying to "time a bottom" especially when investing longer term. We have about 20% cash presently. Most pundits are saying "hold on" indicating it may be prudent to wait before putting cash to work. However, do you see any issue with adding a bit to existing positions where the stock is down significantly for no fundamental reason. For example, Chemtrade seems very cheap right now. Thanks for your thoughts. Bill
Read Answer Asked by Bill on January 13, 2016
Q: Greetings 5i Team,
I have been patiently (no pun intended) waiting for this company to bounce back after all bumps it went through the past year. As things were looking good at the beginning of the year (due to positive year end results), it has taken another step back recently due to what's been happening to markets around the world. I was wondering if it's a good idea/time to dilute the price of my $0.95 cost/share now. Thank you for your time.
Read Answer Asked by Jerald on January 13, 2016
Q: Hello 5i! I have a small position in Fortuna Silver Mines (stock is down 30% and overall sector weightings is 10% of portfolio). I have concerns that the stock may not survive the downturn. What are your thoughts on FVI today? Should I hold, add or sell and buy something else within the sector? I am a long term investor, I can handle risk and have some cash at hand. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Etienne on January 13, 2016
Q: Just a note first, I'm pretty sure the short interest is under 8 million on 133,500,000 shares, which is quite different than the 20% the previous guy mentioned, unless my source is garbage. But I don't think so...question: hiw low do you think this could possibly go? For example, oil remains low and US has a minor recession along with slowing of Chinese growth effecting market sentiment and dumping risky assets continues... Like $9-10 it hits rock bottom? Book value is close to $15-16. Do you believe management is heading in the right direction, or are they possibly hurting the Stars brand name? Sorry for the multiple questions.
Read Answer Asked by Bryan on January 13, 2016
Q: Hi there

I have been very patient with Argonaut through about 3 years keeping it for insurance purposes as it steadily dropped. I bought it in part because it had almost no debt. Last week it popped up to 1.24, thought of unloading it, but now it is down to below a dollar. Wondering why it plunged much more than other gold stocks. Is there anything I missed and what is your opinion of it. The only other gold stock I hold is Goldcorp and my total weighting in gold is below 3%.

Much thanks
Read Answer Asked by Stuart on January 13, 2016
Q: Hi folks,can please get your analysis on Q results finally released by Nobilis,would u rate stock a buy,hold or sell. Thanks as always
Read Answer Asked by John on January 13, 2016
Q: I would like to buy some canoe EIT the shares went down big time and it pays 10 cents dividend each month
Do you think it's a good investment?
Also I have 100 k to invest in the bond market short term
Do you have any suggestions?
Thanks for your help
Ben
Read Answer Asked by Benjamin on January 13, 2016
Q: The first three stocks are good ones. Yet, they are all down, respectively by 21%, 28% and 57%,

Would you still advise staying the course ?

The current market is pretty bad. Very few places to hide !

In this really bad environment, is the stock market the place to be ? My only good stock since some time is CSU, but it stands like an exception. Lately, not much money to be made in the stock market. Do you concur ?

Amaya has been a great promise, and a great disappointment...
Read Answer Asked by Serge on January 13, 2016
Q: I assume in your below response to my question on what to to add you meant to say DSG would be a better compliment to CSU(already held) vs ESL?

'We would be comfortable with all three; But ESL looks good to us, now $11 below its high.
DSG might though be a better complement to a holding of DSG, and it is also cheaper on a valuation basis.'
Read Answer Asked by Josh on January 13, 2016
Q: Can you please comment on their earnings? Do you still recommend holding this stock?
Read Answer Asked by Carla on January 13, 2016
Q: Good morning,

Could you provide 5-6 stocks in Canada that will benefit the most from an increasing US dollar and that you like for investment purposes right now
Please rank based on best expected performance over the next 12 months.
Do you believe the US dollar will continue to appreciate over this time period?
Please exclude commodity sector.
Thanks for the excellent service.
Read Answer Asked by Thomas on January 12, 2016
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