Investment Q&A

Q: I am down slightly on Aritzia and like it for the long term. I usually like to buy and hold but feel this is going to be a very volatile year for consumers. My concern is the shorter term outlook as the rising rate environment is likely to place increasing pressure on consumer discretionary stocks. As a 2023 move I’m considering selling ATZ, with a look to repurchasing when rates start coming down (who knows but perhaps later this year). In the short term, I’m considering trading ATZ for a dividend stock in the energy sector such as CNQ or ENB. Could you please evaluate this strategy, based on projections today. Essentially, which position do you think will result in the largest gain by the end of 2023? Thanks so much for your insight.

Q: Hi Team,

ENB, CNQ, SU are about 7.5% of my CAD portfolio. Is it ok to hold both CNQ and SU or are they too similar? If they are too similar then which other stock should replace one of these? My investments lean towards growth and dividend growth.

I have held Visa for over two years. I was hoping it will benefit from post panademic opening. So far it has done little. On valuations it appears overvalued. So do other payment stocks. Any suggestions?

Thanks
RR

Q: Hello Peter & Team,

With global liquid fuels production expected to increase by over a million barrels per day in both 2023 & 24, would you be bullish on new positions in the O&G sector. And if so, which would be your recommended name(s) based on growth with some dividend?
I am considering BTE & CNQ.

Thanks for all you do?

Gord

Q: Hi
I have ccl.b in my TFSA and I am thinking of replacing it with CNQ for more growth and a better dividend. Do you think it a good idea?
Thank you for your excellent service,
Jane

Q: I see in one of your latest answers your liking su over cnq wondering what criteria it is that leads you in that direction? Also i hold cnq and wcp and looking to add to my oil and gas holdings. Would you add to my current holdings, or add a third or fourth position say in tou and or su? Thx

Q: Hi Peter, Ryan, and Team,

For this year's TFSA, and being underrepresented in energy, please rank CNQ, SU, and TOU. Any other suggestions would be welcome.

Thanks in advance.

Q: I know these companies vary a lot on the risk spectrum (CNQ likely being the safest and PXT the riskiest due to geopolitical risk), but if oil prices stay relatively high for the next couple years (let's say averaging at least $70), how would you rank the following stocks at current prices for potential total return: CNQ, TVE, IPCO, PXT?

Q: i own vermilion, cnq, erf, and gear . gear has an 11% yield, no debt, i cant resist.
i want to add one more small to mid cap energy name canadian. i know you like tamarack but it is a weak performer. can you recommend another for growth. dave

Q: Hi 5i,
3 questions I believe, so please deduct accordingly:
In each of the following groupings which name do you see as having the largest gain (dividends and capital gain) after a three year hold and, if you would, brief reasons for your choices. Also, if any seem to you a bad idea to buy and pay little attention to for three years, please say so,
1. BIR; ARX; CNQ
2. NWC; EMP.A
3. ZQQ; TXF
I look forward to your thoughts. Thanks.
Peter

Q: Hi 5i,

What’s your perspective on the Energy sector going into 2023? I’ve had big wins on all 3x stocks, and am trying to decide whether to trim positions in the face of a potential global recession.

Thank you!

Q: Is there a particular reason that you do not own more energy stocks in the portfolio’s and are underweight the sector? Seems somewhat surprising in light of many companies returning capital to shareholders via significant dividend increases and share buybacks this year.

Q: Top 3 picks in oil and gas please.

Q: 5i, What is the real truth on oil supplies?? I follow Eric Nuttall fairly close and he has claimed for the past year that oil reserves are way under what they need to be. He forecasts oil to be up for at least the next 6 years. His philosiphy is that Co. are commited to share buy backs and div. increases as opposed to future
capital expenditures. He goes so far as to say it really doesnt matter what the Saudis do long run.
On the other hand BNN reports this morning the Saudis will increase supply and oil market drops like a rock. Saudis deny report and oil back to 80 dollars. Two extreme views. What do you see as being correct.?? I feel oil and gas will be around a long time. At least until a replacement has been found. Thanks for opinion Ken

Q: I'm looking to boost yield while keeping a position in CDN oils (Diversified Rif account). I am up on CNQ and am thinking of a switch to GXE. Acknowledging the difference in mkt cap, are there other material risks of this switch. Wondering if Gears high yield is a warning sign

Q: Hi Peter, what did you think of earnings and guidance for each ? Any tells from VET postponing their buybacks ? Thank you.

Q: WHICH STOCK DO YOU PREFER AT THIS TIME AND WHY (reasons) --SU,CNQ,POU AND VET?

Q: I own ENB and CNQ in my Canadian retirement dividend portfolio. What would be the next energy stock I should think of owning to add with these?

Q: Hi, Imperial Oil announced strong results today a nd stock popped by over 7%. Also, Chevron and Exxon reported blowout quarters. Is this indicative of solid results from CNQ and SU, ( which are 5i favorites in the sector and owned by many of us )in coming days and is it reasonable to expect a similar stock performance ? Thanks

Q: Has CNQ lowered their dividends

Q: Looking to buy 3 Energy stocks and 3 Gold stocks.

What would you recommend?
Thanks
Peter