Investment Q&A

Q: For the companies listed, do you believe any are at risk of fully going out of business with respect to the current market and recent/anticipated stock pricing effecting their ability to continue to operate? thanks!

Q: Good morning

I am confused...I understand the risk of inflation, war, Covid etc...The demand may be restricted for oil (short-term) but it does not seem to makes sense the volatility in energy when many will be making tremendous cash when oils above $80...TVE, Arc, Whitecap stocks were higher when oil was rising in the $80 range...is this just speculators jumping in and out...would it not be a good time in buy these stocks today as it seems to be quite emotional right now with the rest of the market...any other that you would recommend are being sold without thought of fundamentals?

Thanks

Q: Stock picking is getting too challenging!
Slowly shifting to broader ETFs. Eg utilities, energy, banks.,
Now looking more broadly at the TSX, NASDAQ, Dow and TSX.
Long term it seems that even among the professionals it is tough to beat the indexes.
Hence my shifting strategy.

Are these indexes revamped periodically?
If yes, how is it done. How often. Criteria?

Would this be the main reason for beating most of the pros?

As usual thanks for your help

Q: In one of your responses you stated "But, there are good signs, such as 20% of biotech companies in the US now trading below cash levels". If this is net cash (i.e. after debt), wouldn't these be great buying opportunities, assuming the companies are solid. They would eventually trade at their cash position (at minimum, I would have to believe). If my thesis is correct, can you name a few of these companies. I think this may be pretty much a sure thing?

Q: Would appreciate your comments on their earnings.
With a payout ratio of 25% for the quarter and 48% for the year, do you see this as an attractive dividend stock at this time?
Thanks! ... Paul K

Q: Good morning, could I get an update on the RPD and DDOG quarters and your thoughts?

thx, Mark

Q: Based on your reply to Paul on May 9th...."We think buying over a year will end up looking pretty good in two or three years". Of the following Companies that make up my portfolio what would be your TOP 3 conviction names to ADD to over the next year based on long term growth potential, good valuation, well run, good management, no brainer this will be a good investment type choice. There is opportunity here so don't want to miss the boat. Yes everything is down. Yes people are panicking. But it will go back up and simply want to focus my energy on the ones with more conviction. I don't need the money for the next 15-20 yrs but don't want to be a moron either and be happy with a bit of dividend here and there when I could see larger returns by making a good decision today. Thanks again.

Q: With the DOW down 10% and NASQ down 24% YTD , where would the TSX be ex energy after its 20%+ rise is removed ? Also can you please supply support levels with a bad/worse case scenario for the DJ ,NASD and the S&P with the FED rising rates another 150 to 300 bps ( six or seven more hikes)?

Q: IBI Group appears to have it troubles behind it. Earning ratios have been comparable to WSP and its debt in now very manageable. It trades at half the valuation multiple of WSP and as valuation multiple are contracting do you think it wise to divest of WSP and invest in IBI Group.

Q: Are these stocks still expensive? In what order would you buy them today?

Thank you for great service.
Milan

Q: I know 5i isn't fond of IPOs. Any thoughts on the valuation of Dream residential real estate?

Q: Can you please comment on earnings for UPST, the 50% down day, and whether you still view it as a Risky but potent buy notwithstanding market backdrop.

Q: What would be a great entry price for Upst and Apps? Thanks

Q: Also Please comments on earnings for Upst and Apps.(I forgot to mention in my previous question)many thanks

Q: On May 9th, there was a question from James about when MEG Energy might start a dividend. In their recent Q1 earnings report, they stated that once a debt level of $600 million was reached, which they expect by the 2nd half of 2023, 100% of free cash flow will be returned to shareholders. I would expect this means some combination of share buybacks and dividends.

In Q1, the company had approx $500 million of free cash flow, which is about $2.0 billion for a year at that rate. There are 307 million shares o/s currently, so that would equate to roughly $6.50 a share. If half went to share buybacks, then that would leave roughly $3.25 for a dividend, which would be about a 17% yield on the current share price. Of course, energy pricing could change significantly (up or down) between now and then.

Q: Please enlighten me. Cannot comphrend the Dutch Auction low average bid of $103 as thought that the tender offer should be higher. Also current price of $97.38 - 5.71. Is this the effect of this terrible markets? Txs for u usual great services & views

Q: Would you please compare Manulife and Sun life. I have some Manulife shares. Would you recommend buying more Manulife shares or buy some Sun Life shares instead and therefore have some of both?

Q: hi folks, opinion on Q results for Green Thumb cannabis...buy/hold/sell...and is their any company you like in MSO space...or is it total avoid...thanks as always, jb, Piedmont QC

Q: Could you comment on the earnings here? Market doesn't like them- but seems extreme.

Q: hi, if not already asked, can I get your thoughts on their recent quarter?
Looks like a lot of their numbers increased dramatically/positively. I have a 1.5% position already, would you add more (up to 3%) based on their numbers and increased guidance.....given the context of the market backdrop?

cheers....