Investment Q&A

Q: This is in regard to Mark's recent question and Jim's comment about TFSA trading. I use BMO Investorline and I have never experienced the issues they describe.
For my most recent trade a month ago, I sold VET and within minutes bought EIF (and no, there was no cash in the account). The transaction was just as straightforward as they are in the unregistered account - no notifications, no charges.
(Perhaps because Jim was buying a GIC rather than a stock?)

Chris M.

Q: With EPS of $2.96 and a forward dividend of $3.87, is there any danger BCE could cut its dividend or do they have sufficient free cash flow to cover it indefinitely?

Q: What’s the reason for the halt today ? The quarter looks like a disaster and no conference call to discuss further guidance doesn’t seem transparent at all. Is this normal during a review? Time to pack it in here ?

Q: nou for 2-3 years investment

Q: Do you think it is all clear for megacap tech from here? It would seem that a lot of energy money and now financials money is now flowing into these stocks.

Q: Retired, dividend-income investor. Following up on your answer to my earlier question. I hold AQN in an RRSP and am considering replacing it. You suggested the following stocks = PPL, NPI, BEPC, BIP.UN, BLX

I have researched their metrics (P/E, Beta, P/B, P/CF, P/S, ROE, Payout, Market Cap) and technicals. My ranking, based on a desired conservative holding, Is = PPL, NPI, BEPC, BIP.UN, BLX.

My rationale is I hold FTS, TRP and AQN representing 8.6% of my portfolio vs NNRG and NRGI at 7.3%. I am leaning towards adding a more conservative name...such as PPL.

Q#1 = Is there an overlap between TRP and PPL, to the point that I only need one? What % do each of these names have in Nat gas vs oil? I know TRP is heavier to NG, not sure about PPL.

Q#2 = based on my above notes, what would your suggested ranking be?

Thanks....Steve

Q: Any additional thoughts on WELL following the conference call yesterday? The company seems well positioned for the changes going on in Canadian health care. Thank-you.

Q: I have ZUB in my TFSA at a 6% weighting and I am down 13%.Is it a buy/hold or sell for a 1-3 year time frame.
Thank you

Q: In your answer to a question from Bill C on Mar 22, you made the statement “Nor do RRSP account holdings”. Are you saying a T1135 form does not have to include US shares held in a RRSP or RRIF. Thanks … Cal

Q: Corby now ranks among the top 10 undervalued stocks in the Consumer Defensive sector and is trading near its 52-week low. It recently reported decent second quarter results, pays a nice dividend and carries no debt. Do you agree this is a good entry point for a small position, long-term hold in my RRIF? I am otherwise well diversified and have good liquidity.

Q: I am confused what hedged means with regards to this fund. What makes it different then Jnk

Q: Could you please comment on the Q4. Is the future of this company improving, do the earnings projections sighted for the next two years seem achievable?

Q: Your thoughts please on the quarter ?

Thx

Q: I've been a thankful investor and long time fan of Magna but it's had many small problems and now maybe a big one if Tesla's startling production innovations and in-house sourcing policy are correctly reported onYou Tube. MG's strong point has also been innovation but Tesla is setting a fast pace and reportedly already miles ahead, maybe to the point of sustainable market dominance. Magna is $57.00 off it's high -is it worth switching to Tesla or do you see a Magna rebound? I can handle volatility in a five year time frame.

Phil

Q: Hi, I was wondering about your thoughts on Pet Valu. Would you consider it to be at a good price to start a position in this name. How would you rate it for safety and possible upside 1-10 higher being better.
Thank you!

Q: I know in your last answer you indicated you had simply run out of patience with GUD. Wondering what your thoughts are now ? Outside of some major move (maybe a buyout or privatization) do you see much chance for significant capital appreciation over the next year. I'm down over $5K on 2000 shares ...wondering if I should just move on ...and if so, any suggestions (maybe HHL) ?

Q: Hello 5i team,
Your thoughts on Knight's latest earnings? Is there any life left in this stock?
Thanks,
Andrew

Q: With all the recent changes in Brookfield, I would like to find out who is the ultimate corporate entity behind these preferred shares. And if the corporation has become a US corporation, do these preferred still qualify for the dividend tax credit? How do you rate it for safety?
Thank you.

Q: Everyone, interest rates move in a wave pattern. When the Fed wants to reduce inflation they increase the interest rate and when inflation declines to their range of near 2% they reduce the Fed rate. This past year - ish the Fed has significantly increased the rate from near zero and recently they have slowed the rate increases. Soon they will stop the increases, then no increases and then reduce the interest rate. The time frame of the holding pattern and declines is dependent on inflation. What does that mean in general for the economy and more specifically for the technology sector. Clayton

Q: What is your view on the just announced equity raise?