Investment Q&A

Q: Good morning ,
I have owned BCE for several years now and I have always been happy and comfortable holding it and have done well with a "2 bagger". Lately I have heard several guests on BNN and a few analyst reports that would rate Telus ahead of BCE. Should I perhaps diversify within the sector and sell half of my position in favour of Telus or just continue on with BCE alone, or jump entirely to Telus?
You guys Rock! Many thanks,
John

Q: Hi, I have a 2/3 position of BCE and am wondering if I should top it up with this pull back? Jeff

Q: A portion of my overall portfolio is perpetual preferred shares (down 4.5%) and I am considering selling and replacing with rate-reset preferred shares. I would appreciate your comments on the two types of preferreds and your recommendation for 4 or 5 rate-resets. In addition to the BCE.PR, I currently hold BAM, GWO, MFC, and SLF preferreds.

Q: peter I hope your trip was successful.
Why the huge volume today on bce over 7million traded
Kind regards Stan

Q: Would you consider BCE a hold or sell at this time. Tx.

Q: I have been reluctant to buy preferred shares due to the anticipated rise in interest rates. However, rate reset preferreds may provide the interest rate protection I desire plus a reasonable return. Are there any rate resets on your radar?

Q: Is BCE a good buy now with BA private..... Thx

Q: My husband has mostly bonds and GIcs in his TFSA and we are looking to add a few equities. He's looking for a good dividend with little volatility in stock price. So far we have purchased Boston Pizza. We are considering adding either SLF or BCE as they have good dividends. Would either of these make sense given our goals or would you suggest something else?

Carla

Q: I have held PKI (Parkland) for some years now and am interested in your thoughts on holding the stock for at least another year. Also thoughts you might have on FRU (Freehold Royalties) on holding for another year and ditto for BCE (Bell Canada).

Q: There have been exchanges of information on BCE floating rate pfd's and D was suggested as a pure floater, suitable for one of my needs. BCE has information on their pfds in chart form. In that form, under pfd D, the following appears under "Divedend Terms". (D is under the AD heading)

Until March 1, 2018, series AD shareholders are entitled to receive monthly, floating adjustable cash dividends computed in accordance with the terms and conditions attached to such shares.

With this wealth of information in mind, I went to the 2013 annual report for enlightenment. Here's the clarifying quote.

Holders of series S,Y,AB,AD,AE,AN and AT are entitled to floating, adjustable cumulative monthly dividends. The floating dividend on these shares is calculated every month, as set out in BCE's articles of amalgamation, as amended.

Well, that's certainly worth knowing. I wouldn't want to receive a dividend which was calculated under any old terms.

Perhaps you folks could help. I only want to know what happens to the BCE D's on March 1, 2018 and subsequently, if mentioned.

Thanks. Tim......

Q: Good Morning folks,
As part of a query today you stated the following, "CPD could be replaced with a rock-solid floating rate preferred such as BCE. PRE. AD "- This symbol doesn't show but BCE.PR.A and BCE.PR.D do show on a Morningstar search. If these are what you are referring to, which would be the better?
Many thanks, Len

Q: Could I have you valued opinion on floating rate prefs? The one I am looking at is BCE.PR.D. Thank You

Q: Hi Gang BCE results look great I wonder why the sell off,
Stan

Q: Hi Peter and Team,

I bought the 5 income ETFs from the 5i model income portfolio and have enough cash to buy 2 more stocks. Of the following I don't yet own, which would you consider to provide the best chances of reliable long term income?
BCE
DH
ETL
SPB
SGY
VNR
WSP

Please note I also already own all the other income stocks in the portfolio as well as Stantec and Telus if that affects your response. Otherwise I have a well-balanced portfolio.

Thank you very much. Michael

Q: I would appreciate your opinion on BCE.PR.F and BCE.PR.G for income.

Thanks

Q: Hello, we are long term investors wanting safety and dividends. We currently hold XIU and BCE shares. We are considering selling XIU and buying more BCE. What is your opinion of this move?

Thank you

Q: I am wondering why BCE.PR.A & BCE.PR.C preferred shares are experiencing such a price decline. According to BCE's web site,
their annual dividend is 3.45% & 3.55%, guaranteed to Sept 2017 & March 2018 respectively. On those dates the shares then may be converted to floating rate preferred shares. Do you have any explanation as to why the share prices have been in a steep decline since April of this year. Thanks ... Cal

Q: Enjoyed your guest appearance on BNN last night. Researched your web page after the show and you already saved me money with your "Selling Too Early Might Be A Mistake" article.
Question: Been watching BCE for a buy, I am getting to the point in my portfolio where I should be taking less risk, but not sold on GIC's etc. Should I be considering preferred shares over common shares?
Thanks
Roy

Q: Peter, I am concerned with B.C.E. on the assumption that Verizon is coming to Canada. I bought BCE for security of dividend and long term growth. Your opinion please. I have seen so many different opinions I am truly mixed up. Thank you for making investing a bit easier for us small investors, Ken

Q: BCE...Is the recent drop in price, which seems attributable to the Verizon rumours, a buying opportunity, or will Verizon greatly affect BCE's future earnings ?