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Q: Dear Gentlemen,
These two companies ATB.a & L, are in Consumer Defensive sector, together they are weighting 9 % of total PF.
For re-balancing my PF, do I classified them with Consumer disc or Consumer Staples sector ?
Thank You.
Best Regards.
Read Answer Asked by Djamel on April 14, 2015
Q: If I understand correctly, the Chinese government lifted some restrictions, and due to it, a lot of money from China has been moving into the Hong Kong market. This might explain why the chinese market has gone up 40% in 1 year. TD Waterhouse tells me that the PE ratio on ZCH is 11.5. That's 60% cheaper than the TSX. (a) Do you think this move by the government will be transformational for that market is could bring their valuations close to the north-american markets? (b) with canadian dollars, would you buy XCH? CHI.A seems to be the only other option but it's 8x smaller in size.
Read Answer Asked by Matt on April 14, 2015
Q: Howdy,

How do these two great companies compare with respect to IRR, top line growth and valuation? Which would you consider a better buy for long term growth?

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Joel on April 14, 2015
Q: Imperial oil seems to be on a rise lately, what do you think is the reason? Would these gains be short term or is the strength justified? Also would now be a good time to sell some of the shares, how much higher would be a good exit price? I have held these shares for a long time and would like to reduce my position but keep waiting for the 57 to 60 dollar range. Thanks for your opinion, and your valuable service.
Read Answer Asked by Mark on April 14, 2015
Q: I am considering moving some money from an S&P 500 based ETF to a TSX 60 based ETF here now that the resource stocks decline has affected the TSX and made it better value here than the S&P 500. Am I thinking straight or does the momentum of the S&P 500 mean that I should keep my money in it? Diversification is not an issue for me, I am well diversified no matter what I do with this money, I am thinking in terms of timing here. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on April 14, 2015
Q: Due to funds constrain,Peter please choose 10 stocks.one from each sector from each of your 3 portfolios( i.e. total 30 stocks).My daughter(26 yrs old),spouse & I are basically conservative,but I like to invest a small sum in the growth portfolio.Really appreciate your normal great services & opinions.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on April 14, 2015
Q: I've been watching this stock since last yr when it was $39.00 and was reluctant to buy because I am retired and usually buy only stocks that pay a div. & have a history of incr. same. I am sitting on a lot of cash & since I hold all the blue chip financials and a few oil stocks perhaps I should bite the bullet and buy CGI? Is it too expensive now? I have a separate USD portfolio and would not put more money in there as our $ is too low right now.
Read Answer Asked by James on April 13, 2015
Q: I am trying to find a few stocks to buy for my TFSA that pay dividends or perhaps have a lot of growth-or, both. I own all large cap blue chip stocks in my RRSP & non-registered trading account-so, looking for something different in the CDN universe? Obviously these need to be fairly safe as any loss would not be elligible to claim against gains from my NR account.
Read Answer Asked by James on April 13, 2015
Q: Since I am retiring within the year, would I be wise to move my stocks to a more dividend paying portfolio or as 5I calls it "income portfolio". Would this move protect my RRSP money better if the market slips
Read Answer Asked by david on April 13, 2015
Q: hi experts; with a 6%+ yield would this be a good choice for a income seeker.thanks brian
Read Answer Asked by brian on April 13, 2015
Q: I have some US cash and I would like to earn relatively safe dividend income with it. I have found AT&T but I would like to hear your best ideas please.
Read Answer Asked by ken on April 13, 2015
Q: I have a question regarding the recently upsized bought deal of $58.5M. In the past, I have felt as though many "upsized" deals come about due to external demand and promotion by the underwriting syndicate to company management. This can be a negative as the incremental capital raised likely has no immediate place to go(otherwise, why not start at the higher sized offering to begin with...), and this can result in shareholder dilution.

I realize PHM is a role up company and currently on an acquisition spree so this may not apply to them but what do you make of this increased deal size? I worry about all the extra dilution.

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Scott on April 13, 2015
Q: Hi folks,can please get update on Merus labs and finace @ $3.05,where would u rank the stock in relation to other Cdn biotech comps;buy,hold or sell.Thanks as always jb
Read Answer Asked by John on April 13, 2015
Q: Is this a good entry point for Whitecap Resources? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by hugh on April 13, 2015
Q: This is a follow up to my question regarding the upcoming IPO for David's Tea on the NASDAQ. Thanks for the question and looking through the S-1 Form.

My question is this: as a Canadian, what is the best way for us to participate in a U.S. listed IPO (like David's Tea) for example?
Read Answer Asked by Eugene on April 13, 2015
Q: It seems that I have missed the spike by Western Fraser and Canfor today . Is there a reason why Western Forest, Hardwoods, and Acadian didn't participate. Are you bullish on lumber ? Is it a good place to be over the summer ?... You don't seem to follow wood outside of ADN which has been quietly good to me... Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Thomas on April 13, 2015
Q: Would you recommend GUD over CXR for a 5-7 year hold? I feel like I might be chasing CXR at this point and that GUD has more upside (with the risk of being a smaller cap).

Thanks, Neil
Read Answer Asked by Neil on April 13, 2015
Q: In reply to the question of cdn companies that design mobile apps, you could also consider prontoform. These companies always seem way overpriced to me, but what do I know?
Read Answer Asked by Murray on April 13, 2015
Q: I did a little digging around with SYZ and a statement on a report caught my eye. "Net loss reflects stock based compensation increase from $31 K to 1.6 M". This was for year ending Dec/14. Have you met with management recently? Is this a one time management move or a trend? Not very shareholder friendly. Thank you for your opinion. Unfortunately I bought this one for my son at it's peak. Not looking like super mom at this point. An opportunity for a learning lesson.
Read Answer Asked by Cheryl on April 13, 2015
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