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Q: Hello,
I own ZCS (ETF) for the fixed income portion of my portfolio and I was wondering if I should diversify in other names. Is there a specific risk of owning only one ETF for a large portion of a portfolio. I understand that ZCS is diversified in various names and sectors and uses DEX Short Corp. Bonds as benchmark. Would you have suggestions ? I know about CBO which seems OK. I prefer to stay in the short / medium term (5 year max) as I feel the risk/reward for long bonds is not very attractive if the interest rates do go up. I tried to find a low fee mortgage fund without success and my interest in government bonds is very limted (returns are too low).
I would appreciate your thoughts and thank you for offering a great service. Regards, Pierre
Read Answer Asked by Pierre on September 10, 2012
Q: What are your thoughts on Exeter Resource Corp. (XRC)? Thank you for the great service you provide!
Read Answer Asked by Joseph on September 10, 2012
Q: Peter,
Could you please give your take on Talisman now that Hal Kvisle is taking over the reigns of the company?
Read Answer Asked by Marc on September 10, 2012
Q: Hi, can I get your comments on Stillwater Mining? Is this a good company and your long-term horizon on the platinum / palladium story.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on September 09, 2012
Q: Great work on the summary lists. There are about five "A" and "B" rated companies on the list trading greater than 5% below 5I's recommended price (EQI,ECI,LNF,WIN,CPX). What are your favourite growth stocks in this group? Which one of those is cheapest right now? Thanks Larry
Read Answer Asked by LARRY on September 09, 2012
Q: Hi Peter. Morguard Reit Debenture , Soon to be MRT.UN,is being called Sept. 30/12. Choices--- I can sell it , I can convert the debenture to Morguard Reit Units . What do you think . Thanks Cliff
Read Answer Asked by Clifford on September 09, 2012
Q: What is your opinion on the effect of a strike at Ford on Automodular? AM on Toronto. Short Term of a couple of weeks and also one of longer.

Thanks for your insight in advance.

Read Answer Asked by Gord on September 09, 2012
Q: Peter, would you please give me your thoughts on A&W. Is it as good a stock to own as Boston Pizza? Ken
Read Answer Asked by Ken on September 09, 2012
Q: Peter; Please oomment on the 5 year laddered etf's CLF/CBO. Yields appears high in this environment. Can yields be sustained as bonds mature within the funds?
Thanks for your comments
Read Answer Asked by Irv on September 09, 2012
Q: Hey Peter - do you have any opinion on KFN - KKR Financial and do you think their dividend is sustainable? Thank you,
Read Answer Asked by RJ on September 09, 2012
Q: Peter,

What are your views on KGI? It is expected to produce 180 - 200 k ounces of gold this year and earn about $1.8 per share. Considering these facts and the rise in price of gold, this should have been positive for the company. To the contrary it took a tumble in the last few days while others went up. Do you like the company or is it time to bail out as the price decline might be indicative of something negative.
Read Answer Asked by Imtiaz on September 07, 2012
Q: KIV, Please give your opinion and is there a better uranium stock.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on September 07, 2012
Q: Good Afternoon Peter,
I would appreciate your opinion of Jean Coutu (PJC.A- T) When I compare PJC to Shoppers Drug Mart (SC- T) the fundamentals of PJC appear to be a bit better. I like this area of the retail sector but cash strapped Governments are a concern. Thank you for your help Peter.
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on September 07, 2012
Q: Hi Peter
I recently bought shares of ESN (essential energy services). What's your opinion on this company? Or do you have other names to suggest in this sector. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Benoit on September 07, 2012
Q: Hello. I really like the question and answer section that you have. It is very helpful and interesting not only for your own questions but to see others as well. Would you be able to provide any insight on Tuscany drilling (TDI). Thaks.
Read Answer Asked by Jim on September 07, 2012
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