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Q: DCI recently announced the appointment of Brenda Hughes as CFO effective immediately, replacing Brian Kathol, who served for only 18 months.She is the sixth CFO since the company's IPO in December 2004.Should we be concerned about the appointment of a new CFO and the high level of turnover in this position, especially during the integration of two large international acquisitions?
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by John on January 17, 2013
Q: Hi, Peter and team: I'm considering taking a position in Richards Packaging (RPI.UN). Their 3rd quarter 2012 results gave a figure of 62% for payout ratio (up from 59% a year earlier). My discount broker shows Richards with a payout ratio of 149.80 (?). I'm having a bit of a problem with payout ratios. I don't know whether higher is good or bad. I'd appreciate any help in this area. Thanks, Dale
Read Answer Asked by Joan on January 17, 2013
Q: Hi, guys. Any thoughts if riocan will be eager to pull the trigger on another acquisition if they lose out on primaris?

Secondly, do you see any other comparibles to pmz.un on the market. To me, par.un (partners reit) looks a little similar with their portfolio of shopping malls in secondary markets, but I could be totally wrong in this assessment.

And lastly, do you think this deal will re-rate companies with higher quality retail properties, even though they may own other asset classes as well (ie mrt.un)?

Thanks, as always.
Read Answer Asked by john on January 17, 2013
Q: Have you any research on companies involved with robotics or suppliers to the industry? Great service thanks for your help.
Read Answer Asked by Dale on January 17, 2013
Q: Hello 5i
It's the annual rebalancing time for me & I find myself at 60 yrs. old with a 51/48 % equity/fixed income mix. My equity mix is 78% Canadian & 21% US. I am considering reducing my Canadian holdings by 20% and would like some foreign exposure. Have held XIN in the past - would you have any other suggestions?
regards
Les
Read Answer Asked by Les on January 17, 2013
Q: Hi 5i: I hold CHR.b (chorus aviation) and have a nice profit in it. It has a wonderful dividend. My question is, is this a time to sell? Airlines are a tough business to be in and the price has been volatile.
Read Answer Asked by Cathy on January 17, 2013
Q: Hello Peter: Can you give your advise on "Flextronics - FLEX". Buy, Sell or Hold ?.

Thanks in advance

Loni
Read Answer Asked by Loni on January 17, 2013
Q: We purchased some share of H&R Reit in November. This morning it was announced that H&R have bid for the purchase of Primaris. Management claim that this is a once in a lifetime opportunity in Canada and that it will not increase the debt to buy. They also say that it will increase liquidity and growth of the company. The market seems to be negative about this news. What do you think of this deal?
Thanks to Peter and Team.
Read Answer Asked by john on January 17, 2013
Q: Hello Peter and Company. I would appreciate your opinion on RMP Energy (RMP).They just reported their fourth quater production and gave an update on the company. Thank you for all your great work.
Read Answer Asked by marlene on January 17, 2013
Q: I see the Q/A regarding HR.UN acquiring Primaris... But I have a questions as to why HR.UN stock would start the day negative on what I would find positive news? I have seen this in a few other transactions with other stocks where my initial thoughts would be awesome , but more times than not the opposite happens - am i thinking wrong? Do you have any insights as to why this happens - I'm still learning...
Read Answer Asked by Philip on January 17, 2013
Q: What chemical stocks do you like -thanks terry
Read Answer Asked by terrance on January 17, 2013
Q: Hi Peter, your thoughts on RPL Renegade Petroleum
Thanks
Don
Read Answer Asked by don on January 17, 2013
Q: A few months ago, RBC came out with a research report on BrightCove (BCOV). It was selling at $12.60 at the time the report was issued and they gave it their Top Pick rating.The 52 week high is about $25 and it had IPO'd at $11. I bought 1000 at $11.60 and it is now $9.21. Any ideas on this stock.
Read Answer Asked by Ian on January 17, 2013
Q: Hello,
In my TFSA, I own STN, BAD, WIN, BEP.UN, and SLW. I recently made my $5500 contribution for 2013 and was wondering if you might suggest how I should make use of this money. I am currently in my early 30s and am very much in favour of seeing growth in my portfolio. As always, thank you for the great advice.
Bashir
Read Answer Asked by Bashir on January 17, 2013
Q: I have some Canadian and US stocks. Earnings season is present and I am trying to find a web site that has the earnings release dates for various companies. Would you know of a web site. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Walter on January 16, 2013
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