Investment Q&A

Q: I am looking for a US dollar bond fund that will hold up well in case there is a pull back in the markets.

Q: I came across this company just today. I was curious as to the history around the short attacks that keep happening on a consistent basis. Also, as to 5i's opinion what is there to like about this company. I have heard it has a bit of a monopoly in it's business structure. I noticed 5i has gotten a lot of questions about it in the past. Are there any catalysts that could sure up the share price in the near term. e.g. Signing a big 4 auditor?

Q: I am considering investing in SYK. Is it over valued? Should i jump in now or wait for a pull back

Q: I just bought more Tricon today after RBC downgraded the share price target from $14 to $13. Am I missing something here? I have looked at this company very meticulously - management has hit its numbers consistently over the years and the recent merger looks great in terms of scale - why the consistent market punishment?

Q: BEW: Morning Star has a four star rating and a fair value of .23 at a 34% discount. BCE has Rep on Board of Directors. I think there is a US Co. with interest as well ?? Your comments appreciated.
PNG: Have done well. Now using house money for my investment in the Co. Appreciate comments on options issued. ( Market didn’t seem to like it) also on press releases re demos.
Thanks.

Q: I have a small holding in Fiera and am down on the investment. Is this company worth adding to at this time. I am a senior and look for income. What negatives do you see for this company? Thank you for your service.

Q: What do you think about NHC, is not it to late to initiate position at this point?

Q: Can I get you opinion and analysis of this Company please.

Q: On July 22 you stated that NFI is listed as Consumer Cyclical...are you sure? When I check the TSX website I can’t find Consumer Cyclical stocks. There are Consumer Discretionary stocks but NFI is not listed as one. To the best of my knowledge there is no heading using the word Cyclical. Of course we understand Material and Energy stocks are cyclical. Consumer Discretionary stocks would seem to have the potential to be cyclical since the consumer could elect not to purchase. Peter in the past has warned us that NFI is a cyclical company but maybe he could clarify what makes it so. I suppose in times of high unemployment people could stop taking the bus to work. Large buses are used by the tourist industry to transport visitors so I guess that could be a cyclical use too. Any other uses? With the retirement of us Baby Boomers we seem to be traveling more (speaking for myself) then when we were working and that seems to be a fairly strong trend which should be good for another 10 to 15 years. This trend should help a company like NFI don’t you think?
Jim

Q: Good Morning:
First, please comment on drop in FSZ and what you advise going forward? Second, can and how does Portfolio Analytics handle investments held in a Holding Company?
Thank you

Q: I have about 20% cash in my TFSA. Other holdings are AQN, MSI, BPY, ENB and CGX. Would like to deploy about half the cash into one of AFN, NFI, CGY or FSZ. What would your pick be?

Q: After using your portfolio analytics tool I have learned I should make the following adjustments. 1. I need to increase my international exposure. 2. I need to increase my exposure to health care, utilities and telecom. Any suggestions that might accomplish both at the same time? Or failing that, your best overall pick for each sector. I do own VOX which is currently a 1.5% weighting, GWR/Global Water Resources @ 2% and GUD/Knight @ 1%.

Q: I am looking for stable Industrial companies with good management, low debt, and are well positioned for a recession. I would also like a stable growing dividend, showing good faith for investors.
Would you please be able to suggest your top 4 or 5 companies in canada and top 4 or 5 in the US?

Thank you yet again,
Fed

Q: Hi Peter and Team
can I get your opinion on GLXY Galaxy. I recently bought it and am down 35%.
Should I hold on or take my loss and move on.
Thanks Ron

Q: Hi 5i,
May I have your opinion on Waterloo Brewing? They are nearing the expansion project in Kitchener and thought about initiating a new position.

Q: I'm getting very tempted by forestry stocks. But have been for over a year! Continued patience or start to nibble? Favorites? ETF? Thanks

Q: Further to my prior question about allocating stocks to multiple sectors, how would you assign the following? I know this is 'not a science', but I think it will give me a better idea of my sector distribution.
TCL.A Cons Disc:Industrial
CCL.B Cons Disc:Industrial
NFI Cons Disc:Industrial
MG Cons Disc:Industrial
LNR Cons Disc:Industrial
TFII Cons Disc:Industrial
EIF Industrial:Financial
AQN Utilities:Energy
EMA Utilities:Energy
MX Mining:Energy
T Telecom:Healthcare
PSK Mining:Financial
TRI Financial:Cons Disc

If you think that other sectors should be included here, please add them.
Thanks again, and please deduct questions as you see fit.

Q: Can I get your advice on what to do with KNT. I bought in at just under $1 and have made a decent profit so far. I know you should let your winners run. I was wondering if you feel the current valuation is fair or has it over shot a little. I feel that the price of gold maybe responsible for some of the gains and KNT could drop quite a bit if gold reverses.

Q: Are you aware of a company in the US that is comparable to CSU in Canada, in terms of its outstanding management, strong long-term growth rate, high ROE and generally superb performance over many years? Any industry would be fine, not just tech.

Q: Gold has gone up a lot and July is gold seasonal strength, would you buy Abx at today's price? Do you think Abx has better value than small caps gold stock ( i own WDO). I know KL and Aem are your favourite gold stocks but they are quite expensive right now. Your thoughts please, thanks