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Q: Hi,
I'm considering adding Descartes to my portfolio but it seems quite expensive relative to its growth prospects. Please advise on the following:
1. Key forward metrics per Bloomberg.
2. Why you think it's a good purchase today?
3. Are there any comparable companies you prefer and how do they compare from a valuation perspective?
4. What portfolio weight would you feel comfortable with in DSG?
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Christopher on February 12, 2015
Q: Hello Peter and team,

I would like to increase my exposure to the technology sector (10% to 15% of my portfolio). Currently it is 6.2% of my portfolio (4.1% in CSU and 2.1% in AVO). Should I add to these stocks to increase the weighting, or would you suggest other technology stocks to complement what I have. I am considering OTC. I am a medium risk, buy and hold investor (hold for 3+ years).

A similar question with consumer staples. I only have ATD.B and it is 3.8% of my portfolio. Should I add more to this stock, or would you suggest another stock to complement what I have.

I know it is practically against the law of investing to average down, but I could not resist picking up some AVO today at $13.52. Sir John Templeton said to “buy at the point of maximum pessimism”, and there has been a lot of pessimism lately on that stock. Easier said than done. I have not been able to tell when the point of “maximum pessimism” is reached until long after it has occurred. However, what gauges would you use to help you pinpoint the point of maximum pessimism for a company?

Paul J.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on October 09, 2014