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Q: I had an order in today for Fortis shares, but missed on my offer. I don't know whether to be happy or sad! As we now know, trading was haulted at the end of the day due to their announcement of purchasing UNS Energy of Arizona. Is 1.8B rather massive for Fortis? If the price moves downward tomorrow does one buy now, or wait until the dust settles? I was buying for the long term. I'm not too keen on purchasing companies heavily in debt. Your opinion of this deal would be very much appreciated. Many thanks, and Merry Christmas 5i staff.\
John.
Read Answer Asked by John on December 11, 2013
Q: 5i
I thought LGT s numbers in the last quarter looked really good .
Do you see continued good growth in this company over the next few years and would now be a good time to take a half position ?
Thanks as always.
Bill
Read Answer Asked by Bill on December 11, 2013
Q: Merry Christmas to one and all!

With TFSA season fast approaching, I was wondering if you had any thoughts about how to proceed with buying stocks with this in mind: being fully invested I have little free cash on hand in each of our TFSA accounts. Cash grows, albeit slowly, with left over DRIP money. So, $5500 would seem to limit us to stocks trading at, say, $55.00 per share or less. Stocks I might like to acquire (BAD, VET, BNS, etc., etc.)exceed my ability to buy in what I presume is a board lot, i.e. 100 shares. So, would you prefer buying lower-priced stocks in multiples of 100 or buying a higher-priced, but arguably "better" stock at less than 100 shares? The thesis is "Buy and hold" for distribution/dividend income which first and foremost would be "Dripped". I rarely sell unless there is compelling news that warrants a trade or re-balancing/diversification come into play.
Thanks,
Mike
Read Answer Asked by Mike on December 11, 2013
Q: I have a question about Brookfield Renewable Energy LP.
I have owned BEP.UN long enough to have done fairly well with it. However, Vectorvest shows BEP.UN's earnings as fairly flat and low, give it a lower safety rating, and a '0' dividend rating.
Any thoughts as to why they are bearish and you are still bullish on the firm?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Rory on December 11, 2013
Q: Good morning Peter and Team,

Would you be OK with selling one position of Corus (CJR.B) and replacing it with DHX Media Ltd. (DHX)? DHX appears to be much faster growing.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on December 11, 2013
Q: I am looking at building a portfolio of telecommunication/media stocks for dividend income and some growth. Which one is better at this time: BCE, RCI.B, T, SJR.B, BA, MBT? How do you rank them in terms of attractiveness at this time? Or should I look at an ETF (is there one) or US stocks? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Lucas on December 11, 2013
Q: Good morning,
I would appreciate your recommendation with respect to Polaris Minerals (PLS).
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on December 11, 2013
Q: Can you please report on TTH (Transition Therapeutics). Is it a buy?
Read Answer Asked by patricia on December 11, 2013
Q: Hi,
Any thoughts on STP today? They have announced a strategic review and operational update and the shares are getting hammered.
Thank-you.
Read Answer Asked by Chris on December 11, 2013
Q: With the CPPIB having recently invested in Cequence Energy (CQE), what is your opinion of CQE?
Read Answer Asked by Gerry on December 11, 2013
Q: HI…as investors should we be overly concern with, “Deflation” in the market place.??
Read Answer Asked by Mike on December 11, 2013
Q: merry christmas to all. i have read somewhere,do not remember where, a statement that buying more expensive stocks $200.00 a share and upwards is a better investment due to stability and strength. is there any merit to this statement.
Read Answer Asked by dale on December 11, 2013
Q: On "Headline" Dec.10, Howard Wetston of the OSC stated, in the context of regulating markets and HFT, that "Technology is moving so fast...it seems like magic."

Which technology companies do you think are moving the fastest? Could Google be one of them? Thanks, J.
Read Answer Asked by Jeff on December 11, 2013
Q: Given the fact that "defensive" stocks seem to be out of favour at the moment and that "growth" stocks are the flavour of the month would it be possible for you to look at each sector and list your top five stocks or more in each of the sectors.
I realize that your primary focus is on the Canadian markets but you if could include some US stocks that would be a bonus.
Thank you so much for this wonderful service.
Read Answer Asked by shirley on December 11, 2013
Q: Hi,

The gold sector is a volatile one but may be in for a bounce here. I prefer Goldcorp as you do for a major. For small/mid producers I like RIO, NGD, YRI, BTO, and MND for low cash costs, management, production history and other financial aspects. If you were to buy 2 or 3 what would be your preference and why?

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Dathan on December 11, 2013
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