Investment Q&A

Q: I think the combined Canadian and US short interest is still about 20%. Could you confirm most recent figures? Based on average daily volume, it would take nearly sixty days to cover. Given that the share price is close to a 52-week low, do you expect that the short positions will be covered soon and if this might spur a recovery in the share price if not an outright short squeeze? I'm just 5% down on a half position and planning to hold. Would you add a bit if it drops further?

Q: Hi, could you please post the estimates for TOY and SIS. Thanks

Q: There is always the debate about investment in real estate versus the market. I lean towards the market. If one is to buy a rental property you get better leverage with a mortgage. Your income is from rental from which taxes and maintenance must be deducted. Liquidity is not as good as in the stock market. On the other hand you could buy a good REIT if you wish to stay with property and let someone else do the work and rely on capital gain and dividends and have liquidity. Can you suggest some REITs in which to invest.

The classic example of the thirty year track record Royal Bank where the price went from $3 to near $100 and a dividend of $3 so the stock appreciated by 33 times and the dividend is 100%. You can't touch that with real estate.

Your comment.

Q: Hello,
I have no Utilities in my registered portfolio and I am going to add one at a full position. I am likely holding it for 5 years, and my overall investment window or horizon is long-term at 20+ years. The dividend yield on all three of these stocks is over 4% which I like. None are currently 'oversold' on the RSI chart.
Three questions:
Is AQN still a reasonable buy even with a P/E of 26x?
Do you expect H to stay range-bound with a price in the low $20's because of their future planned share issues?
If you could recommend only one, for a younger person, which one do you like? (feel free to deduct 3 credits). Thx, Rob

Q: Can you recommend a US Industrial REIT
Thank You
Craig

Q: good morning:
just wondering why aqn did not raise dividend at this quarterly release.
that makes 5 quarters without a increase in dividend
anything to worry about
thanks

Q: Hi 5i,

I thought that an OTC traded share (like TCEHY) was eligible for registered accounts because it is an ADR of a stock that listed on an eligible exchange. I do currently hold some inside an RRSP. Now you have me wondering if this is not correct?

Q: in doing taxes for cap gains and losses in $USF and conversions, can one use the average exchange rate for the year(2017... 1.2986) or does one have to convert individually for each trade?
at the then exch rate?

Q: Hi 5i out of Toy and Pbh and SHop & ccl.b which do you see having more growth for 2018 at current prices thanks Kim

Q: Hi, could you please post the estimates for Enercare and Crius. Thanks

Q: Good morning:
I own a 3.5% position in Fiera, primarily for the dividend and non-bank financial exposure. I'm puzzled that Fiera has not declared its quarterly dividend yet. As the last dividend was declared in November, I was expecting the next one to come in February. Understanding dividends are at the discretion of the board, I wonder if there is a reason why we don't have the dividend advice, or is this is "just a Fiera thing?"
Thank you and have a fine day!
Geoff

Q: Is shop a long term stock or quick profit stock

Q: Have Couche Tard on my watch list for a market pullback, but in the back of my mind I'm a little concerned about the long term impact of the switch to electric and/or self driving vehicles. Do you have a sense how much of their revenue is tied to fuel and percentage of their stores tied to gas retail?

Should I be worried about technology disruption here? I tend to hold shares long term if possible.

Q: On 2/28 H&R Announces Suspension of Distribution Reinvestment Plan, what are the possible reason(s) for a company to take that action? Anything to be concerned about regarding the stock/company?

Thanks

Q: Thank you, 5i Crew, for posting Dan's correction so quickly. I was all set to sell my TCEHY held in my TFSA and RIF first thing Monday morning. So very pleased with your service and delighted members are generous with useful information.

Q: Hello -
I'm looking to add some Canadian large cap stocks that pay their dividends in USD into my USD account. I believe NTR, MG, and TRI are three to consider. Are there any more that you may be aware of?
Thanks.

Q: 5i,
I currently have approx $14k cash in RESP. I have a 6 year old and 1 year old. How would you recommend me investing this money? Can you please name me top 3 stocks, and top 3 ETF to Invest in please. Thanks for your valuable input.

Q: Can you give me your opinion on this company for an income portfolio? Does the dividend look safe?

Q: Current price $40.57(5yr low),6.62% yield(mainly due to drop in price,partly div.growth)& high $66b debt.A rising interest rate environment,which will be further aggravated if Trump impose tariffs.New York Fed Governor W Dudley stated"raising trade barriers would risk setting off a trade war,which could damage economic growth prospects around the world".Recently filed for potential mixed shelf offering.Will be dilutive & negative if sell shares @ such low price(remember CPG which keeps on issuing shares).However it does have $10b non core assets,of which $3/4b are to be sold In 2018.Have not heard of any sale,maybe not getting the desired price. I have 1/2 position @ $49,so add,hold or sell.Txs for u usual great services & views.

Q: I keep reading the traditional fixed income portion of a portfolio that has been allocated to bonds in the past, is a bad idea as a long term investment going forward. With that being said, what type of investments/products would you suggest the average investor allocate the fixed income portion of their portfolio going forward?
Thanks