Investment Q&A

Q: Hi Peter. I've been reading that the US has been steadily reducing its foreign oil imports from most countries except Canada. I'm sure Canada's turn will come. Oil prices are dropping. Do you see the cost of production in Canada too high and thus reducing profits for Canadian companies. I have done well with Surge and Suncor thus far. Would you recommend reducing my position in these companies. (taking some profits)
Thanks for your great advice over the last year.
Cam

Q: GXE,an updated opinion please,there assets seem to be in heavy oil and refiners in the states have heavy oil shortage problams.would you buy this? tkx pat

Q: Hello 5i,
my question is regarding Blackpearl (PXX). just recently i have read that heavy oil is the place to be. however it is difficult to find smaller companies that would benefit from the current heavy oil opportunities. in your opinion would PXX be a good choice as a small cap in this sector ? please explain the reasons why or why not. also do you like management, projects, execution, balance sheet etc ? thanx norm

Q: Hello 5i team,
Kudos to Peter for his adventure across Canada for such a worthy cause.
I have a question that may be better suited for a Canadian Money Saver article but I thought I would ask here to see if either the 5i team and/or members have suggestions.

I am looking for information about security considerations regarding keeping money safe in self-directed online brokerages. This may include either a checklist of security features to look for and/or an article/service that assesses and ranks the various brokerages based on current security features. I am not overly well-versed when it comes to understanding potential cyber threats, but definitely want to do what I can to keep my money safe. I imagine this will become a bigger issue as online brokerages become more popular. Any insight would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Rory

Q: Hi 5i,
I noticed on my statements this year that BIP.UN charges me a fee with each quarterly distribution. I suspect this must have something to do with the limited partnership structure but am puzzled why I would receive a distribution and get charged a fee simultaneously. As an investor who tries to minimize fees, your input is much appreciated.
Best wishes,

Q: There's an interesting take on CSU rights I found in my inbox from Seeking Alpha (here: http://seekingalpha.com/article/2490895-constellation-software-rights-a-low-risk-high-reward-special-situation?uprof=44) that argues the rights should be trading at 94 cents. One little aspect it ignores is that if you purchase rights as opposed to having received enough to purchase adequate debentures you will be receiving less than 1% interest in the first year on your market price vs. the 7.4% coupon on par. Also they compare this issue with a Microsoft bond without highlighting the difference in credit quality.

This email went to hundreds of thousands of Americans, so we'll see if the rights lift off 55 cents on Monday!

Q: Hello, can you please confirm that in LIRA account, like in RRSP account, no withholding tax will be paid on US dividend stocks. Are they important differences an investor should know about those 2 accounts. Thank you for your comments.

Q: Hello 5i team,
In the sector classified by Globe Investor as "other services", I hold BYD.UN (B+) and CGX (A-) and think of adding KBL (A-) and FSV (B) which I consider as steady eddies discreetly flying under the public radar. Would it be OK to buy them at current prices?
Thanks as usual,
Tony

Q: Svc tse
Stock has fallen sharply this week with poor earnings report but they say this will improve in next quarter. Previously there had been analyst estimates of a 4.50 price next year. Any comment

Q: Do you have any recommendations re participation in the marijauna industry in Can. Or the U.S

Q: Re SYZ, On September 5th, the volume jumped to almost 600,000 on the sell side, almost 20 times the 100 day MA of about 31,000. There was a question/comment on this site talking about a new issue yet my source for news (Scotia iTrade) talks about a trading halt on the 4th with a resumption on the 5th. No other news. Can you fill in the blanks? Where, if I am not getting all the news from Scotia iTrade, can access ALL the news?

Q: Hello Peter,
Thanks for the reply regarding BNS, CP, KEY & CSS, . Can I have your opinion on AVO, CNQ as well.
Thanks for the great service.
KS

Q: symbol: MDA
Hi 5i Team,
Pls give your thought and update on MacDonald Dettwiler which is in the model portfilo. Would you still recommend a buy on this stock at the current level.
Thanks as always.
Pui

Q: Hi 5i Team
I am now down to a 2 percent gain on each of BDI and Bad. What will bring back Investor interest to these stock? Analysts all seem very negative on BAD in particular . Should I get out and look for better opportunities?
Thanks

Q: Is there any problem buying WSP Global in our US RSP portfolio? Will the stock's performance basically match the CAN version?

Q: The courts have recently ruled in favour of BNS employees claiming lost overtime wages. Scotiabank has sent letters to all branch sales staff allowing them to make claims for overtime hours worked. Are you concerned about the negative impact this could have on BNS stock? Sue

Q: Hello, when looking at oil and gaz exposure in a portfolio, I assume you combine oil and gaz service companies and producer to assess your overall risk. I was interested in those names: FRC, MCB, VET, PEY and BDI to build a new portfolio. Which ones would you combine or should I buy a smaller piece of each name ? Do you find those names decent buy at the momen ? I can take some risk and anticipate to hold for 5 year +. I would appreciate your general comments. Thank you.

Q: Good afternoon....I was wondering what your thoughts on COS (CDN Oil Sands) with a dividend of 6.5%...basically form Income perspective as I would not anticipate much growth...based on the current volatility in the oil markets...would you say the dividend is safe? looking at longer term hold 3 to 5 years..

Q: In looking at the quarterly statement for IEI this appears to be an up-and-comer. Your comments please. Thanks Al

Q: FFM - besides obvious of small size and short track record, do you have any information about their technology, who their customers are, etc?