Investment Q&A

Q: I have stubbornly held on to this small cap oil company for years through thick and thin. It is currently heavily in the thin stage. They recently struck out on the Indonesia gas play and seem to have finally bailed on that country. On the other hand they have been upping their reserves of crude in Thailand and are sitting on a relatively large chunk of cash (it is currently trading at basically its cash balance value).
Their production costs are low and their customers in Asia pay prices on the higher end of the scale, especially since their crude quality is very sweet.
I expect some sort of return on capital (sale of remaining 50% stake in Thailand/large dividend from Thai joint venture etc.) in the foreseeable future.
Should I average cost down or finally sell and move on?

Q: Considering holding this company for the long term. What are your thoughts about it's long term viability and also, how well positioned is it for an eventually economic recovery?

Q: Hi gang , what would be your first pick?and why. 2-3 years term.

Q: Is there an interesting small cap ETF on the market. Having a few small cap positions which are stagnent I would switch
As always thanks for the great support

Q: Long time holder of NVU.UN with almost a double on the share price. Do you think the cash deal still happens?.....and could you make a few suggestions to replace NVU.UN. Distribution on the replacement stock (or REIT) is important but also looking for some longer term price appreciation. Bit of a "crystal ball " question but looking for a place to start doing some research. Thanks Ron

Q: Hello 5i,

It is looking like things are firming up on the supply side for oil. What companies in Canada and the US will best participate in the limited recovery? I have a full (under water) position in SU btw.

Thanks for the service.

Q: I would have expected KBL to hold up better than what it has done in this crisis, especially given that they’re in the business of providing linen services to healthcare facilities. Are there other factors affecting the stock? Thx

Q: Morning, Given a choice between these two, which one would you purchase? Alternatives? Long term holds in a diversified rrsp. Thanks

Q: Hello 5I Team
I currently have CAE and WSP as Industrials but I need to add 3 more Industrials to balance a bit more.
Can you give me a few suggestions in Canada that have been adversely affected or perhaps have weathered the storm fairly well so far.
Thank You
Clarence

Q: I currently own these stocks and am unfortunately under water on all of them.
Am considering selling two of these to incur a capital loss. Which of the two do you suggest I should keep?
With the funds raised from the sale I am considering doubling down on the remaining two. Or, adding either a Canadian or U.S. bank as another alternative. Would appreciate you comments on this strategy. And which Canadian bank or U.S. bank would you prefer.

Q: I have some U.S. cash to invest. I feel the U.S. market is going a little bit lower over the next few weeks and this will provide a great opportunity to capitalize on. Which of the above would you consider to have the best outlook ( or would you suggest buying a little bit of all four )??
Ed in Montreal

Q: Hi 5i team,

I see QSR will release earning on Apr 22nd and still forecast 1.26B/0.53 EPS for Q1 2020. With the current environment, does this sounds too optimistic? I still hold it but worry that it will have big dig if company misses earnings. Appreciate your input here.

Q: Wondering what would be your favorite gold ideas/stocks over the next year or so which might capitalize on increasing gold prices?

Thanks
Jeff

Q: Good afternoon guys:
Is this name a buy right now ?
Thx
Mark

Q: There was a restructuring of Loblaws/G Weston back a while ago - can you please explain the changes. I held L and received WN shares. Can you please also direct me to the details for calculating ACB related to this. On a related note, what are the prospects for WN in the current environment - should I top up my WN or sell and buy more L?
Thank you.

Q: Your thoughts on BOX going forward? Last quarter was good and new board members have driven this stock back up. Keep holding or move on?
THANK YOU

Q: what is a good enter point

Q: I have small positions in FNV and AEM. I am looking to add another gold company. Would you prefer ABX or NEM and why? Or would you prefer KL over those two and why?
Thanks, Tim.

Q: If one wanted to get exposure to AI and 5G technology, what would you recommend in equity or ETF
GUY

Q: Hello
Safety of dividends and list preferences in order for 2-3 year hold.
Thanks
Jeff