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Q: I have a sizeable position in XYL which has had a barely adequate return over the years. I am considering reducing this position and investing the proceeds in another water stock such as American Water Works or an alternate in either the USA or Canada.
May I have your opinion of XYL and possibly replacing part of my holding with a different water stock of your choice?
With appreciation,
Ed

Read Answer Asked by Ed on August 27, 2022
Q: Which of these is the better buy at current levels? Cash flows seem wildly different between the two, can you help me understand the difference? I like the MFC buybacks and higher dividend. Will increasing interest rates benefit both of these companies equally? How long do you expect it to take for higher rates to filter through to the bottom line? Please deduct as many credits as necessary. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Marco on August 26, 2022
Q: In your answer to Ken on Aug 25, you state that DND is trading at 7X earnings. I haven’t been able to verify that anywhere.
They are certainly not trading 7X TTM or 2022 earnings. The highest analyst estimate for 2023 I see is for about $1.20 . That would imply a forward PE closer to 14X. I would note also that DND doesn’t have a great record recently at living up to analysts expectations. Is 7X based on 2024 estimates?
Read Answer Asked by john on August 26, 2022
Q: Mr. Market didn't like ECN during their last spin off and I ended up getting the rest of the company for $2.50 a share { after the special dividend } .... Mr. Market doesn't seem to care for this spin off either ..... I tend to have more faith in ECN management than I do in Mr. Market and am looking at increasing my position toward the larger end of my small cap comfort level ..... What is 5I's opinion on Mr. Market versus ECN management ?
Read Answer Asked by Garth on August 26, 2022
Q: If you were to pick 3 cdn stocks to be overweight on in today’s market what would they be ? 2-3 year hold. Assume good diversification rest of portfolio. Thx
Read Answer Asked by Chris on August 26, 2022
Q: How about buying chips making companies? Which one do you like?
Lorraine
Thank you
Be happy.



Read Answer Asked by Lorraine on August 26, 2022
Q: Hello,
Would like your opinion on the proposed merger of TGL and VAALCO Energy. As a current holder of TGL, I'm wondering what I should do? I've done quite well with this company and it pays an attractive dividend. Would you sell at this point, or have your shares converted to VAALCO... if in fact the merger does take place.
Appreciate your input. Thank you,
Tom
Read Answer Asked by Tom on August 26, 2022
Q: I have held MA stock for 18 months now, it's barely gone up at all and it looks like growth is stalled. Is this worth holding over QQQ or VOO?
Read Answer Asked by Brucey on August 26, 2022
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