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Q: I bought TFI in March, and since then it has traded in a very narrow range, with a slightly negative tilt. I was considering CSS as an alternative given your recent positive report, but I wanted to wait until TFI's reporting today. In my opinion the report was impressive, both as to the company's strategy,and execution. I was therefore surprised to see the initial trades this morning were lower than they had been in the last 9 months, although TFI did end up slightly higher on the day. From the perpspectives of both company performance, and stock performance,is there a reason to favour one over the other between TFI and CSS?
Read Answer Asked by Curtis on October 24, 2012
Q: Hello,

Could you give me your opinion of Canexus Corporation.

Thank You
Read Answer Asked by Alan on October 24, 2012
Q: Just a comment. I had previously written in about eldest grand-daughter and stock picking. I am very pleased to say that she completely disregarded my well thought out reasoning and went with her own picks, and was able on the phone to expound upon why she believed that they were good at this time.
She picked out Estee Lauder, and understood the layering to different budgets in the company
HKG0027, a Macau gambling stock(she has been to Macau). She thought it quite likely it would do well regardless of the economy either here or in China. Finally she picked out
Tim Horton, which in her small town is the destination of choice for a treat.
Just wanted to mention how it all turned out.
Thanks and read your website every day
Read Answer Asked by Deborah on October 24, 2012
Q: Peter,what is your choice between ATP and CPX? and why. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Karl on October 24, 2012
Q: Yesterday on BNN - the stock TPX was a top pick. After reporting last night, it has dropped significantly - assuming weak sales. But it does seem that if the US housing market picks up - stocks likes this could also do well. Do you agree?
Read Answer Asked by yvonne on October 24, 2012
Q: With the housing market improving in the US - what growth stocks would you recommend?
Read Answer Asked by yvonne on October 24, 2012
Q: Hello Peter, What are your thoughts on Premium Income Corp. (PIC.A)? Are the dividends sustainable? Buy Sell or Hold? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Max on October 24, 2012
Q: I understand that Primaris will be leasing the largest number of Target Stores at least in B.C. Is Target moving into most Canadian cities? Would this be a good time to purchase? Thank you, I look forward to your reply,Phyl in BC
Read Answer Asked by Phyllis on October 24, 2012
Q: What are the best picks for the major banks? Is it beneficial to hold 4-5 banks? What is your take in the financial sector as a long term investment.

Thank you for all the time you guys spend answering questions.
You guys are offering a tremendous service for novice investors like myself.
Read Answer Asked by mike on October 23, 2012
Q: Hello Peter & team,
Just wondered if ROGERS SUGAR INC. (RSI: Toronto) would be a good buy at the moment. ( for div, div growth, & some stock growth).
If so, then a short wait to allow the market to settle, & for the stock to move positively through its 20 day moving average may be prudent ?
Thanks in anticipation.
Best wishes,
Paul.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on October 23, 2012
Q: I have owned valiant since it was biovail so have an excellent return but am wondering if time to reduce or sell outright. They used to pay a dividend but not now. A lot of advisors say to hold or sell it. I have reviewed the mechanics and don't know why I have changed my view it feels like a gut reaction which has served me well with no the past. Your thoughts

Read Answer Asked by Ross on October 23, 2012
Q: Hello Peter,

What are your thoughts on Laredo Petroleum Holdings, LPI.
Read Answer Asked by Graham on October 23, 2012
Q: CFX Canfor Pulp Products

Yesterday CFX announced that they were suspending their dividend ($0.05) for the quarter. It’s getting punished today. I see that you wrote last month that the market was probably uncertain about the new CEO, pulp prices and the global economic picture. CFX also noted in the last quarter some onetime costs, settling of the labour agreements and the plant outage. I note that in the past when CFX was an income trust, the distributions went from $1.44 in 2008 to $0.48 to $0.12. By 2010 the payout was raised to $3.00. Now in a further two years it has dropped to a $1.60 dividend when they converted to a corporation, then reduced to $1.00, then $0.88, then $0.20 and now ZERO. Based on this pattern, one would hope that within two years the dividend will be back to $1.60! I’ve held CFX for many years and would you agree that in the long run it might be a good bet to hold and expect some better quarters ahead? Or do you think that there’s a fundamental change in the company’s management and business?
Read Answer Asked by Dean on October 23, 2012
Q: Can you shed any light on this latest drop in Absolute Software's (ABT) share price? In May you suggested they were misunderstood and had a confusing way of reporting revenue. Now they are reporting in US$. MD&A was upbeat too. I thought/hoped these factors would be noted and evaluations adjusted. I would appreciate your opinion, thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Gayle on October 23, 2012
Q: I am considering investing in ATP or AW.UN for high yield on this market pullback. Both companies have a B+ rating. Which business offers the best 5 yr investment? Thanks Larry
Read Answer Asked by LARRY on October 23, 2012
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