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Q: Recently read that a special dividend will be given to owners of shares as of Feb 11. I do not own this stock at present but would love this this $5. gift. What will happen if this stock is purchased at current price of $14. Will the stock go down to accommodate this div.
Read Answer Asked by Helen on February 05, 2015
Q: Hi guys I fairly new at this and don t know too much but want to invest!!! i really like the information you guys provide . I currently own ATH.BDI,ENB,HCG,MG,STN,WCP,and looking to add 5 more any suggestions thanks!!! Mike .
Read Answer Asked by mike on February 05, 2015
Q: With the CAD dollar moving lower, is it wise to switch out of a current position in VUS (the hedged version) and into the VUN (unhedged). Any other considerations, other than the capital gain that will happen on the sale of VUS. This is held within a taxable investment account. Thx.
Read Answer Asked by Robert on February 05, 2015
Q: With John O'Connell from Davis Rea joining Elkwater's Board at their annual meeting on Feb. 19, and bringing 70 million shares, insiders will own 25% of the stock according to the recently mailed circular. They are consolidating the shares and changing the name to Striker Exploration, for some reason.
The stock has been under pressure - small oil play in a lousy market - but I am wondering if sellers are anticipating a financing and selling out to participate and obtain warrants.
The Board is very strong and experienced which gives confidence to shareholders.
My question is do you see any value here for a 3 year time horizon and is there a large short position?
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Steven on February 05, 2015
Q: The charts of REITS (e.g., XRE) and MICS (mortgage investment corporations), for example Firm Capital FC, roughly parallel each other over the years. But in the last few weeks they've gone in opposite directions. FC is way down, and XRE is way up. Other MICS are similarly down. Can you see any reason for the divergence? Could it be a buying opportunity for a stock like FC, if this divergence tends to correct itself somewhat? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on February 05, 2015
Q: Hi Peter,

Can you give me your opinion on their latest results? The results appear lackluster considering pulp prices were strong for the qtr, oil prices were down, Cdn Dollar weak....my expectations were higher.

Would you consider this a long term hold or is it time to sell.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Reinhold on February 05, 2015
Q: Hi Peter and Team,

I am in an MBA stock picking contest, which runs from Feb 2nd until the end of March. We are all given '100k' to 'invest' in US companies.

Are there any potential home runs (short or long) that you can think of (keeping in mind that it's just for fun)? Most players are trying to time the market with triple leverage funds, but I thought I'd check in to see if you have any other ideas that might be interesting.

Thanks for all you do. The XIT call options that I had previously asked about are now up over 200%, so thank you!

Mike
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 05, 2015
Q: In 2010 Starbucks decided to sharply focus on return on invested capital (ROIC) as a metric of success as opposed to solely earnings + revenue growth. Lease portfolios were growing faster than revenue and profits - costs were going up and performance was sub-optimal even though revenues were going up. Deploying increasing levels of capital into high-growth, high-return areas has been a winning formula for them - as well as closing under performing stores. Where can one find a list of companies with high ROIC's?
Read Answer Asked by John on February 05, 2015
Q: Hi folks,please ask your opinion of Q results last night for rkn;EPS of +.02 vs est of +.04 but thought overall was good Q,after big misses Q4 & Q3.Your thoughts going forward and would be buy,sell or hold,thanks as always,jb
Read Answer Asked by John on February 05, 2015
Q: Likely this has been asked, but could you clarify what your A,B etc rating means. I currently invest in most A to B+ rated companies. You touched on this in yesterday's market call segment.
Read Answer Asked by Greg on February 05, 2015
Q: Per IShares website, CPD's current trailing and distribution yield is 4.82%, or 5.32% pre MER which looks attractive. However, in scanning the current yield of Scotia Capital's preferred share universe holdings it is hard to envision the universe yield is nearly that high. IShares reflects CPD's monthly distribution simply as a cash amount of about 6.2 cents, no other break-down is provided. While CPD may not exactly represent the Universe it is very diversified and appears relatively representative. Do you have any thoughts? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Gary on February 05, 2015
Q: For U.S. exposure I have concentrated primarily on two ETFs, VIG and COW. I am thinking of adding IGM. Please provide your thoughts on the latter. Many thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Glen on February 05, 2015
Q: I am holding MAS.US,it hit a new high today. What are your thoughts on the company and do you think I should continue to hold.
Read Answer Asked by Ron on February 05, 2015
Q: Please provide me with your opinion on Service Now. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Don on February 05, 2015
Q: What is your current view of TV....is it a buy/hold or sell?
Read Answer Asked by Don on February 05, 2015
Q: Hi Peter & staff:
In the event of a 25-30% market correction in what order would you rate the above stocks in order of safety? Thank you for all your help.
Ron Noble
Read Answer Asked by ron on February 05, 2015
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