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Q: Question related to the new preferred share offering: ECN.PR.C which yields at the very minimum 6.25%.

Deal was sold out and as soon as it started trading the share price dropped below the $25 issue price and is now below $24.

Why would anyone buy the issue at $25 and sell it right after. Any ideas?

Also, would you recommend adding to it below $24. I have 700 shares which represents around 1.2% of my portfolio.

Thank You.
Read Answer Asked by Mayur on May 31, 2017
Q: Hi, I can't decide which financial stock to choose for a half position in my portfolio . For financials I already own full positions of BNS, SLF . (And HR.UN for real estate if you think that is relevant)

Which would you choose and why? Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Mike on May 26, 2017
Q: Just a comment and clarification on Stevens Qs: I am surprised the 6.25% minimum ECN preferred share financing is still open as it's only $100M. Does this reflect badly on the issue? I thought a 6.25% guaranteed minimum was a good buy even if rates eventually rise.
Thanks.

--- The issue was closed the same day at TD and the issue has been completed yesterday as per mail from TDW.

Issue Completed - ECN Capital Corp. 6.25% Cumulative Rate Reset Preferred Shares, Series C

I also see that they have taken the money from my account for shares allocated.
Read Answer Asked by Mayur on May 19, 2017
Q: Can you please comment on the earnings of SIS,TOY,ECN and KWH.un with regard to expectations and your opinions moving forward.
Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Marty on May 12, 2017
Q: Hi
I have some new money to put to work. Which three names in the growth portfolio would you suggest buying at current levels?
Thanks,
Curtis
Read Answer Asked by Curtis on April 25, 2017
Q: Hello 5i
I hold full positions in the above 5 companies in my tfsa and am looking for a replacement for EFN. I am interested in growth and am not concerned with volatility. Also interested in a mid term hold. Many thanks.
Les
Read Answer Asked by Les on April 13, 2017
Q: the alternative finance companies (non Bank lenders) share prices are under performing the markets for quite some time. I understand why HCG is struggling but is there a reason for most of the players in this space not doing well. Margin issues, access to capital, or possibly the improved climate for the USA banks. And if so what is the scenario for possible positive change
Read Answer Asked by Chris on March 27, 2017
Q: Hello,

We have these two companies in my child RESP from the split last year. Which one do you has the potential for better growth over the next 3 to 5 years?
Would you advise selling one and use the proceeds to buy the other? If yes, which one would you keep and why?

Thank you for the usual awesome service.

BK
Read Answer Asked by Bekaye on March 27, 2017
Q: Please rank the following stocks in order of preference focusing on value/growth with 3-5 year time frame?
Itc
Sis
Pho
Ecn
Read Answer Asked by Gary on March 22, 2017
Q: Hi Gang, Looking to add a company or two so what order would you put the above in for growth looking out 12 months. I already own SIS, TNC and SHOP.

Thanks
Anthony
Read Answer Asked by Anthony on March 10, 2017
Q: Hi guys.

I purchased 500 shares of EFL in April 2015 for $17.00 each. I just sold my 500 shares of EFN this morning at $14.19 each and purchased 2000 shares of ECN at $3.65 each. How do I determine my cost basis for EFN and ECN?

Thanks,

Scott
Read Answer Asked by Scott on March 07, 2017
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