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Q: I know you do not cover US stocks, but do you have any comments on the payout ratio of Royal Dutch Shell, and is it sustainable. At 7.5% Dividend, it looks attractive in an income portfolio.
Read Answer Asked by Darcy on May 31, 2016
Q: I am surprised that the Intact share price has been going up, despite the (presumably) large claims it will have to pay due to the Alberta fires. In fact, it is now at the same level as it was before the fire broke out.

Any idea as to why the fire does not seem to have had any significant effect on the (current) share price? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Gregory on May 31, 2016
Q: Comments on Photon Control's Q1 results please.

I really like this small unique company. No debt and tons of cash which it seems to add to every quarter. I'm thinking about adding to it some more at these levels. One thing that has frustrated me; however, is the cash stock pile not doing much... just sitting there on their balance sheet.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Scott on May 31, 2016
Q: Hi Peter & Co.

I currently own ZDJ, ZSP & ZQQ. Should I replace these with VUN?

Thanks,

Henry
Read Answer Asked by Henry on May 31, 2016
Q: For an ETF investor with a small portfolio do you see any compelling reason to hold BOTH XIC and CDZ for the Canadian component? Or would one suffice? If so which would you prefer?
Read Answer Asked by Josh on May 31, 2016
Q: I'm holding Allied Properties and RioCan REITs and they make up about 8% of my portfolio. I like the income but I'd also like some growth. Are there better alternatives in this space? What are your thoughts on the relative amount I've allocated to REITs?
Read Answer Asked by Gordon on May 31, 2016
Q: If you could please comment on this U.S. company IMS Healthcare. I would greatly appreciate it. Can you classify it as tech or healthcare and how it compares to its historical data PE/PCF/PB and any other fundamental that is important to you. Would you still prefer GUD over this stock? My worry with GUD is that they do not use their cash and investors become irritated and fickle. I can benefit from IMS as it diversifies my portfolio a little more to the US.I am thinking of a 1 to 3 year hold minimum. Thank You
Read Answer Asked by Jeremy on May 30, 2016
Q: Hello Peter & Co,
I earlier asked about AEM, FNV and Central Fund of Canada which was not accepted by your system.
I would appreciate your comment on CEF.A
Antoine
Read Answer Asked by Antoine on May 30, 2016
Q: I hold a small position in L currently up 53% and am in a position to double it or add ATD.B to my well diversified portfolio. My focus is dividends with some growth. What is your recommendation at this time?

Thank you for your valued opinion.
Read Answer Asked by Martin on May 30, 2016