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Q: I have question about preferred shares. I noticed anew issue Brookfield Asset Management Inc. 4.50% Rate Reset Preference Shares, Series 4o. They cost $25. I understand one would get the interest rate for 5 years. But is the principal safe??? Can the principal increase decrease, and under what circumstances??? If ordinary shares go up or down do these shares follow suit. I don't understand these so your help in educating me about this type of product is appreciated.

Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Steve on May 27, 2014
Q: In my RRIF I am holding the First Asset Convertible Debenture Fund (DCD.UN) which trades at a discount to NAV and yields about 7.4%. It seems to be structured on derivatives - a forward agreement with a bank - a setup that is different from that of CVD, though the past performance looks similar. CVD trades at a premium to NAV and has a lower yield but I wonder if it is safer overall and in your opinion would you recommend a switch? Thanks, J.
Read Answer Asked by Jeff on May 27, 2014
Q: As a new member I have a question to ask. What are your thoughts on using technical analysis and seasonal analysis in your investment decisions. This concept has come very popular with Don Vialoux and Brooke Thackray. They feel it is superior to buy and hold. I know your service mostly does it from a fundamental perspective but would like your opinion on this subject.
Read Answer Asked by Kevin on May 27, 2014
Q: Hello Peter
Currently my portfolio has 9 stocks :CSU,BAD, ACQ, RRX, HWO, STN, ESL, SJ, BDI of total value $118,500. I have extra cash $48,000 to invest into my portfolio. Please help me with suggestion of 4 to 5 stocks with good growth & value like MG or DHX.

Thanks Andrew.
Read Answer Asked by Andrzej on May 27, 2014
Q: Please rank the following Telco's in order of preference.

Rogers, Telus, Shaw Tv, Shawcorp, Quebecor, BCE.

If any other interesting ones please indicate as well.

Many thanks !
Read Answer Asked by paul on May 27, 2014
Q: What are your thoughts on Gear Energy LTD? Would this be a good time to get in?
TOM
Read Answer Asked by Tom on May 27, 2014
Q: Hi Peter and Team, regarding Pinecrest, PRY, any thoughts on their results and update? At what share price do you see true value considering their tax pools, as you previously discussed. At least they are smart enough to want to pay down debt first, as much as possible. Any insight and help on this one would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Hussein on May 27, 2014
Q: Hello: I am interested in your opinion of IHY for Interational exposure or would you suggest another avenue. Thank you as always.
Read Answer Asked by Barbara on May 27, 2014
Q: I am sitting on some cash right now in my rrsp and tfsa.....what would you say are your favorite 2 or 3 must have stocks right now?
Read Answer Asked by Edward on May 27, 2014
Q: Since I have not been a subscriber for very long, I missed out on the big price increases in BAD, BDI and ACQ and I am sure many others. Can I expect that AYA could possibly be as successful as the former three. I know they are in an entirely different sector (gaming) but is it in the realm of possibility all things being equal and everything goes right. I never seem to know when to sell and most often I sell too early but when I do not sell, my stocks seem to fall. I never seem to get it or out at the right time. So I am being disciplined and not selling AYA just because it is up huge in just a few days. Thanks. I am loving your newsletter.
Read Answer Asked by Helen on May 27, 2014
Q: re: Sprylogics International Corp SPY

Down considerably on the yr... Is there anything you have heard that might explain the nice jump today?

Thanks for all you do

Gord
Read Answer Asked by Gord on May 27, 2014
Q: Hi Peter,

My condo is for sale; Any thoughts on where/how to invest the proceeds in the most tax efficient way? Right now I have a decent income. Should I still be in dividend paying stocks/etfs? Are growth stocks too risky at this point? Thanks for any ideas!
Read Answer Asked by Boyd on May 27, 2014
Q: what do you think the gold stock trend? which stocks you would recommend? how about MAQ.
Read Answer Asked by Sunny on May 27, 2014
Q: Hi Peter and 5iResearch team,
Can you please provide an update on Hewlett, HPQ-N. I would appreciate your analysis on its progress with respect to its turnaround strategy, valuation and would you buy it. It was highly recommended by Lorne Steinberg (?spelling) on BNN this morning. He also highly recommended Cisco, CSCO-O. Do you prefer Cisco over Hewlett at this time, or neither for a LT strategy? Thank you. Linda
Read Answer Asked by Linda on May 27, 2014
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