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Q: My question is about Enbridge. After having your read your report, I quickly looked at its P/E value which was in the 80s. For such a large company, I figured it was a bit extreme and quickly concluded (possibly to quickly) that this was a bit of line. However, I put it on my watch list and slowly watched it creep up a few dollars.
Tonight I decided to give a further look and although the company has a huge moat, excellent revenue increases over the years, I also realized the following:
- Net income, free cash flow, EPS, ROE, ROA, Gross Margin have been consistently going down over the past 5 years (some of which had quite large decreases)
- Long term Debt, Shares outstanding have gone up over the past 5 years.
What is it that makes this company attractive? It appears to
be a well liked company, for today and for its medium and long term prospects. However, key financial metrics appear to give a different story. Naturally, there must be more than financial metrics that make a company worth investing in or accountants would all be rich. What is that I am missing?
Thank You.
Tonight I decided to give a further look and although the company has a huge moat, excellent revenue increases over the years, I also realized the following:
- Net income, free cash flow, EPS, ROE, ROA, Gross Margin have been consistently going down over the past 5 years (some of which had quite large decreases)
- Long term Debt, Shares outstanding have gone up over the past 5 years.
What is it that makes this company attractive? It appears to
be a well liked company, for today and for its medium and long term prospects. However, key financial metrics appear to give a different story. Naturally, there must be more than financial metrics that make a company worth investing in or accountants would all be rich. What is that I am missing?
Thank You.
Q: I would like some general information. The development of LNG in Northeastern British Columbia seems to be moving along quite well. The Government is really pushing for it and they have most of the First Nations on their side. There is site preparation taking place on the West coast at Kitimat and Prince Rupert where it is to be shipped. What I would like to know - is there a particular pipeline Company that is best positioned to take advantage of transporting this LNG.
Q: Hello Peter....Since recently signing up for 5iR, I'm doing more homework as like trying to guess your response to questions. About the comparison of PPL and ENB, I looked on the free Bloomberg site for info and it shows ttP/E as 34.5 and 85.0, respectively and then forward P/E as 32.0 and 23.9. And you mentioned ENB is cheaper. When doing a comparative analysis, what are the reason for using the forward P/E rather than the trailing ratio? Also what accounts for the significant difference between trailing and forward P/Es? Exit question: For these two companies, Bloomberg doesn't show PEG ratios. (?) What "weight" do you place/give to this ratio for analysis purposes?.........Enjoy a deep freeze week-end....Tom M
Q: Hello 51 Staff
Re PPL and ENB. I am trying to determine which of the two companies to purchase, trying to compare risk factors, div rate, projected growth, and other various metrics. Both companies appeal. What are the main determinants as you see them especially as to growth rate, risk factors. Thank you very much
Re PPL and ENB. I am trying to determine which of the two companies to purchase, trying to compare risk factors, div rate, projected growth, and other various metrics. Both companies appeal. What are the main determinants as you see them especially as to growth rate, risk factors. Thank you very much
Q: Shud I take a break from ENB. Re-entered on a dip 14 yrs ago - a US site claims I rec'd 22.2% APR ignoring trimming - G&M still rates it "strong buy" but INK/TD says insiders have sold $45+M thru-out last year (CFO $24+M)?
Q: A question about Enbridge. I love it when my stock go up especially in days the market is neg. Today Enb has a pe of 44.
Is that not in sky high levels. For example Priceline pcln growing at double digit levels has a pe of only 35 .
Am I missing something?
Thanks for your advice
Is that not in sky high levels. For example Priceline pcln growing at double digit levels has a pe of only 35 .
Am I missing something?
Thanks for your advice
Q: Hi Peter,
Would you buy enbridge today or wait for a pullback? thanks Clare
Would you buy enbridge today or wait for a pullback? thanks Clare
Q: IPL and Enbridge have showed a steady decline in share price since mid-october ?
Q: Enbridge Inc. 4.40% 5.25 - Year Rate Reset Preferred Share
Short Description: Treasury Offering of Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Shares, Series 7
Price: $25.00 CDN per share.
This is a new issue just announced yesterday.
Preferred shares have not done well of late but given the stability of this company would these shares be a good investment at this time?
Short Description: Treasury Offering of Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Shares, Series 7
Price: $25.00 CDN per share.
This is a new issue just announced yesterday.
Preferred shares have not done well of late but given the stability of this company would these shares be a good investment at this time?
Q: I am interested in the question from Gary and your answer re: ENB and ENF. According to the Globe website, ENB has a beta of -0.037 and ENF 0.513. This would suggest ENB has far less volatility than ENB. But first, what does the negative number on ENB mean and, are we comparing apples to apples?
Q: Hello Peter and Crew,
Could you please rank in order of your preference, Enbridge, Pembina and Inter Pipeline with a brief explanation.
Thank you for your great work. I am very pleased with your program.
Thank You,
Barry
Could you please rank in order of your preference, Enbridge, Pembina and Inter Pipeline with a brief explanation.
Thank you for your great work. I am very pleased with your program.
Thank You,
Barry
Q: Any particular reason why Enbridge is down over the past 3 days? Thanks.
Q: I'd like your feedback on the following purchases I've made in the last 3-8 months: ENB, down 5.8%, HR.UN down 2%, MRG.UN, down 15.2% ---- should I get out of any of these?
Also, what's your opinion on holding CJP?
Thanks --- love the service, will definitely renew!
Also, what's your opinion on holding CJP?
Thanks --- love the service, will definitely renew!
Q: Peter what would be your favourite pipeline to invest in?
Q: Hi Team,
I'm considering adding to my position on Enbridge (ENB) given the current weakness. Reading previous Q&A on Enbridge suggests you favour this stock even at a higher valuation. Is there anything currently applying pressure lowering the stock price that I should be cautious about, or is this still the fallout from the interest rate issue of the last few months?
Your views are much appreciated.
Marco.
I'm considering adding to my position on Enbridge (ENB) given the current weakness. Reading previous Q&A on Enbridge suggests you favour this stock even at a higher valuation. Is there anything currently applying pressure lowering the stock price that I should be cautious about, or is this still the fallout from the interest rate issue of the last few months?
Your views are much appreciated.
Marco.
Q: Hi Peter,
Today, July 9th, Endbridge stock (enb) is up 1.73% and Endbride preferred share (enb.pr.h) is down 1.37%. How do you explain this difference or variation? By the way, two months ago the preferred was almost at $26.00, why is it that the same preferred is now at $24.44?
Thank you,
Gervais
Today, July 9th, Endbridge stock (enb) is up 1.73% and Endbride preferred share (enb.pr.h) is down 1.37%. How do you explain this difference or variation? By the way, two months ago the preferred was almost at $26.00, why is it that the same preferred is now at $24.44?
Thank you,
Gervais
Q: Hello, Peter & Co.
I am considering buying one, or perhaps two, of Enbridge, Enbridge Income Fund and Inter Pipeline for income and some growth. May I have your opinion on their comparative attractiveness.
With appreciation.
Ed
I am considering buying one, or perhaps two, of Enbridge, Enbridge Income Fund and Inter Pipeline for income and some growth. May I have your opinion on their comparative attractiveness.
With appreciation.
Ed
Q: Hello, The model portfolio includes Enbridge - ENB. If TransCanada - TRP - was already held, would you i) sell TRP and hold only ENB, ii) hold TRP in place of ENB or iii) hold both?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Q: ENB is on a steady decline. It may have been a good idea to watch the charts and sold on the early stages of the downturn. Your thoughts on thet type of proactive action are appreciated. Perhaps it is good just to waether this decline and wait for improvement? The P/E is very high though.