Q: Why is ITC Holdings down? Is this an opportunity to obtain FTS shares at a discount by buying ITC and holding until the closing date? What would be the risks?
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Q: FTS is down 10% as I write. Do you regard the drop in price because of the acquisition as a good entry point or should I avoid because of the size of the deal? Thank you
Q: HellO and a question re the overall Global market condition.
It would appear we are in a Bear market with no bottom in site yet. What strong Canadian areas in the Utilities, Consumer and Industrial areas would you suggest one parks some money currently. It does appear money is rotating to these areas out of the more risky areas to safety. Thank you for your insight.
It would appear we are in a Bear market with no bottom in site yet. What strong Canadian areas in the Utilities, Consumer and Industrial areas would you suggest one parks some money currently. It does appear money is rotating to these areas out of the more risky areas to safety. Thank you for your insight.
Q: Please rate the following in order of preference for an income portfolio: FTS, AQN, BLX, INE. Subtract question credits as required. Thank you.
Q: I'm thinking of adding to the utilities sector of my portfolio. Considering all metrics, do you think this is an opportune time to be adding? Also, the companies I'm interested in are Fortis, Emera, Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners and Algonquin. Please rate your first, second, third and fourth choices, and explain your first choice.
Q: I'm looking to add a low(er) volatility utility name like FTS or CU. Which do you prefer? Or is this a 6 of one, half dozen of the other type question and they are both OK to buy?
Q: What are your thoughts on Fortis (FTS).
Q: Hello - Would I be correct in saying that the price for Fortis is presently cheap? When I look back over a 5 year period the P/E ratio appears to be at its lowest level right now. Would you agree?
I have no data that goes back further than that so I don't know what the average P/E would be over a longer time frame.
I have no data that goes back further than that so I don't know what the average P/E would be over a longer time frame.
Q: Is FTS at any risk as far as being coal-dependant ?
Thanks for your help.
Sam
Thanks for your help.
Sam
Q: Hi Peter and 5i Team,
What is your opinion on Canadian Utilities (CU) and Fortis (FTS) at current prices. This would be for a safe long term investment. I am looking for income and some growth.
Thanks for the excellent service you provide.
What is your opinion on Canadian Utilities (CU) and Fortis (FTS) at current prices. This would be for a safe long term investment. I am looking for income and some growth.
Thanks for the excellent service you provide.
Q: Good morning,
Looking to see if you have a view as to the recent weakness in Fortis, especially as it doesn't appear that in the near term rates are poised to move higher,a common headwind for utilities.
Thank you,
Brad
Looking to see if you have a view as to the recent weakness in Fortis, especially as it doesn't appear that in the near term rates are poised to move higher,a common headwind for utilities.
Thank you,
Brad
Q: Hi guys, I have fortis in my u.s. side of my portfolio, your thoughts on selling and purchasing more of either vig or spy.
Thanks
Jim
Thanks
Jim
Q: In most of your replies to questions about Fortis, you emphasized that the utility was fine for income but not to expect much in the way of capital gains. In 2014, the company's shares rose almost 30%! With 20-20 hindsight, can you explain the contradiction and can you tell me if the driver(or drivers)for that solid gain will still in place for 2015?
Robert
Robert
Q: Fortis is having a very good week when looking at a daily chart. How is the valuation? Would you add to an existing position at this level?
Best, Don
Best, Don
Q: re: Utilities & Interest Rates
I know we all continue to watch for any mention that it is time to raise interest rates. And it appears to me to be inevitable - just a matter of when.
It is obvious which sectors should benefit once this happens - banks, insurance, lenders - also just as obvious we can probably expect REITs to take a hit when they go up.
Can you please comment on what effect rising interest rates will have on Utilities? And which companies in particular we should have our eyes on when rates do go up?
Thanks for all you do
Gord
I know we all continue to watch for any mention that it is time to raise interest rates. And it appears to me to be inevitable - just a matter of when.
It is obvious which sectors should benefit once this happens - banks, insurance, lenders - also just as obvious we can probably expect REITs to take a hit when they go up.
Can you please comment on what effect rising interest rates will have on Utilities? And which companies in particular we should have our eyes on when rates do go up?
Thanks for all you do
Gord
Q: Is this a good entry point for Fortis? Thank you.
Q: Hi team:
I am aware that Peter put alot of weight in fundamentals of a company/stock before a recommnedaton is being made
I was watching the market call on BNN recently, and the comments was made re: utilities tend to do well in the summer
I do have FTS and EMA and CU and would not hesitate to add more
Is there any particular reason from a seasonal or fundamental point of view to support this trend ?
(I do have some ZUT in my RRSP as well),
many thanks !
I am aware that Peter put alot of weight in fundamentals of a company/stock before a recommnedaton is being made
I was watching the market call on BNN recently, and the comments was made re: utilities tend to do well in the summer
I do have FTS and EMA and CU and would not hesitate to add more
Is there any particular reason from a seasonal or fundamental point of view to support this trend ?
(I do have some ZUT in my RRSP as well),
many thanks !
Q: Re: FTS.IR
I am an owner of FTS and have been quite interested in following the merger/take over of UNS. I have been part of other take overs/buyouts with other companies but can't figure out why the .IR units are pounding so much higher. I was hoping you would be able to tell me what is happening with these .IR units and why they are gaining so much. Thanks
I am an owner of FTS and have been quite interested in following the merger/take over of UNS. I have been part of other take overs/buyouts with other companies but can't figure out why the .IR units are pounding so much higher. I was hoping you would be able to tell me what is happening with these .IR units and why they are gaining so much. Thanks
Q: what is your opinion about FORTS.Thanks,ebrahim
Q: What is your assessment on Fortis 4% unsecured subordinated convertible debentures that were closed this Jan