Investment Q&A

Q: I am puzzled as to why the pipeline stocks have been dropping substantially over the last few days. I would have expected these companies to hold up quite well as they are basically a toll road for oil and gas with a good dividend. I considered pipeline stocks as a good defensive holding. What am I missing?

Q: Hi Peter. TD has been fined $3 billion by US authorities for their drug related money laundering transgressions (vs only $9 million in Canada). TD remains exposed to potentially an unlimited number of class action suits from the families of fentanyl victims, both in the US and Canada.

Do you believe that this class action exposure, as well as the potential for additional fines from Canadian authorities, to be a credible risk that may not be reflected in the current share price? I am concerned that this may be a drag on the stock for a lengthy period and am contemplating swapping my TD holdings for other Canadian banks. Your thoughts?

Q: Hi 5i Team - Could you provide an update on Zoomd Technologies. It has been volatile lately but a big drop yesterday seemed to indicate that there was something more than the market volatility affecting its price. The recent quarter seemed to be good but do you have any specific concerns going forward. Is it worth adding to at this point. Thanks.

Q: Hi There,

I see this ETF is very volatile in the current environment. Are these short or longer term gyrations with the sell off in US Bonds?

I bought this as a “calm from the storm” holding with a decent yield but not sure if it’s the right choice.

Thanks a lot!

Q: Can you please comment on earnings and looking into your crystal ball, where do you see gold going in the next year. Thanks

Q: What do you see as the "end game" in the US involving Trump and imposing tariffs? This is creating a massive disruption. Could the US elite be concerned about the rise of communism and are privately backing this significant "push back" in an attempt to regain a the footing they have lost as a super power? Lately we have become aware of the battle for Greenland and the Panama Canal....China vs the US. If this is part of the end game, there will be alot of pain to go arond worldwide.
I know this is not a straight up investment question....but perhaps we need to try to find out what is motivating these actions and ultimately the impact on economies and stock markets around the world.
Thoughts?
As usual, thank you for your insights.

Q: Having missed the initial SOBO run-up, I see it's off 15% due to the pipeline incident. Would it be a buy here or has it become to risky now?

Q: Greetings,

With respect, why do you think so highly of BN?

MarketGrader.com (supplied through BMO) concludes the following:

1. Poor fundamentals
2. Growth = C
3. Profitability = D
4. Value = B
5. Cashflow = B

The yield at 0.8% is inconsequential .

I look forward to your comments.

Cheers

Q: what is going on?? The NAS has jumped 1300 odd in the past twenty minutes.

Q: What are your thoughts on Marex Group, please, thanks.

Q: Do we know the date when the sale of INE will close?
Thanks.

Q: Hi, holding a few of these losers now in my non registered accounts - they were nice winners just a short time ago. What are the best proxies for these as a tax loss strategy? If my holding is CAD and the proxy is US, should I convert CAD funds to buy US or avoid these situations? Also, at what $ or price % loss would you consider doing these tax loss trades? Thanks!

Q: Would you consider taking a 27% hit on whitecap for tax loss and replace it with Bep.un to get the 7% yield I was getting with white cap before the nose dive. Do you consider the dividend to be secure along with better growth? Tks. Larry

Q: Good Morning,

Do you think it is worth adding to Brookfield Renewable at today's price ?? Its price behaviour is certainly unlike FTS or other electrical utility sector stocks. Would it make more sense to replace it with BAM ?? I am looking for income and some growth. I would appreciate your expert opinion. Thank you. DL

Q: It has been suggested that this time of volatility is a good opportunity for upgrading the quality of one’s investments. It has also been suggested that one not panic and do anything precipitously. I currently hold WCP and TVE, not surprisingly at a considerable loss; many commentators point to CNQ as top grade. What is your view of selling the 2 and replacing with CNQ - switch or hang tough? Many thanks.

Q: Could you comment on long bonds interests going up?. Why is that and what does this mean? Implications.

Q: Which 5 Canadian growth stocks would you start to accumulate today? Cash account.
Which 5 USA growth stocks would you start to accumulate today? Cash account.
Five year hold.
Thanks

Q: What is the approximate insider ownership levels at Propel

Q: Hello,
Would you add to CNR at these level - long term hold - or would you wait for the market to settle down? How is the current valuation vs historical? Thank you

Q: your view of purchasing for a long term hold. Does it produce heavy oil used in american refineries? Cheers