Investment Q&A

Q: Happy Holiday Season all! Our question is not about a specific stock but rather we will need to take a fair sum out of our TFSA and/or non-registered account within a month or so. We will need to sell stocks from a well diversified portfolio. Can you give us any direction as to which sector it would be best to target for this withdrawal. We would likely re-invest the money over the course of te next 12-18 months.

Q: Assuming stable oil prices and no Trump tariffs ( having no expectations on these 2 assumptions occurring or not ), which of these 2 companies dividends will grow more quickly ?

At what price of oil have the companies stated that their current dividend level could be maintained before lowering it ?

Thanks. Derek.

Q: With Bank of Canada cutting interest rates and oil up, why would pipelines be lower? Shouldn't this also be good for telcos/pipelines/reits or are institutions positioning themselves in cyclicals for new a economic cycle so these rate dependent areas areas are under pressure. I have noticed Pembina was doing well but has been consistently down for many days. Thank you!

Q: Peter et al:
An opinion please on this one with the following points in mind. We all know the sector has lagged, but CVE has a lot of people putting it in the enigma pew. Quality inventory, 71% heavy, diversified with three refineries, fair dividend, BS ok and yet it goes no where. Sentiment is definitely against these guys. G&M article Dec 3, Brian Donovan " The intrinsic value of Canadian oil stocks and what Trump's proposed tariff would mean for them", ends by picking CVE as the one their models show upside for . Eric Nuttall on Nov 21 said that it was one of his worst calls in 2024 picking this instead of Suncor. I await your detailed reply, and I thank you by not asking questions with 30 companies like some. I do my own ground work.
All the best,
Ben.

Q: Hi 5i

What are your expectations for the upcoming year for both Canadian and US markets?
It's understood that you can't foretell the future but gut feel is the ask.
Thanks

Q: We’re overweight oil and gas at the present time with the idea of selling down our positions as we enter the typical positive seasonality for this sector from about now to maybe April. This leads to 2 questions. Do you agree oil and gas look good over the next few months? If this were your money what timeline would you follow to sell off an overweight position in this sector. We’re growth investors with said stocks inside our TFSAs, have positive gains and would like to maximize our gains without trying to be too clever on market timing. Thanks so much!

Q: Why do you think LHX had been weak lately? Is it related to the macro of Trump being less focused on war and the anticipation that there will be less war in the next 4 years? Or more company specific?

Q: Hi, GSY has dropped nearly 20% since it's 2024 high (~205$), any explanation for that ? If the drop continue, what price would you consider attractive?, very attractive ? for a multi-years holding period ? thank you

Q: I am interested in picking a US materials Co as a play on infrastructure spending and to balance my portfolio. I am considering Martin Marietta, US Lime & Minerals, Eagle materials and Quanta services. My only materials holding at present is Agnico Eagle mines (1.6%). I am a moderate risk investor. Of these 4, which you would comfortably buy today with greatest growth potential. Secondly which two seem to you to be least risky. Finally is there another company you would prefer to any of these and if so what would be your reasoning for that pick. Thanks as always.

Q: I am two years before retirement and have a moderate risk profile. My current allocation is 25% Canada, 70% US, 5% Developed, and 0% Developing. Considering the state of the economy in Canada and Trump's threats about tariffs, I am wondering whether it's a good idea to decrease my allocation for Canada to 20% and instead allocate 3% to VWO and 2% to ILF. What's your opinion on this? Where do you anticipate better returns—in Canada or in the emerging markets covered by VWO and ILF?

Q: I did believe that " only USA located" energy (oil+gaz) growth stocks were an interesting investment considering certain isolationist tendencies coming in 2025, quite positive US economic performance, and other factors in the unstable world market. I did invest in these 2 Cies this week at a very low point ; after only 3 days, the losses are already 5% and 7% respectively, every single day reaching the lowest value of the year for DVN..Is it a situation of "falling knives" ,or an excessive correction, hold or sell as an impression according to the risk ? thanks for some light in this situation !

Q: I am down 33% BCE and 18% BEPC in my non registered account. Would you sell both for tax loss purposes ? BEPC is suffering from the general negative in green stocks compounded by Trump but I like the company and would repurchase it while BCE would not be repurchased. Thanks. Derek

Q: What could President Trump do after January 20th that would cause a Stock Market Crash

Bob

Q: Why has Nestle been struggling? Given Trump’s tariff policy, is it prudent to steer clear of foreign companies heavily selling into the U.S. market, or do you think it’s safe to start a position now? I’ve read that 50% of its sales are in America.

Q: In my RRif I own Key & PPl, high yielding stocks to help cover forced withdrawals.
They declined on Friday despite a drop in bond yields.
So you think the decline was due to a drop in Wti?
Trump intends to increase tariffs which could result in higher interest rates due to inflation and his energy policy could lead to lower oil prices.
As a result of the above should I reduce key & Ppl & invest the proceeds into companies that will benefit from higher interest rates such as Mfc & Slf

Q: HI,
Is there a future for small EV manufacturers? Most of them are bankrupt or doing poorly (VMC, LEV, RIVN,NIO,LCID). I owned NFI in the past. Seems one of the last survivors, besides large American (TSLA, F, GM) or Chinese companies (LI, BYD). Would you invest in this sector, if somebody does not want to support chinese businesses? Which stocks would you find interesting right now, or post-Trump taking office? Could be stocks related to the sector, but less sensitive. Thanks a lot.

Q: First off thanks for encouraging me in June to take a position in TKN
I'm up 33% in 6 months, so quite happy. Question is do you see TKN as a good medium to long term hold going forward?

Thanks for the help

Q: Good Morning,

I have several energy infrastructure holdings but no actual producers.
Do you think now (read Trump) would be a good time to purchase on the production side?
I was thinking SU or CNQ.
Are there others you would favour - energy or otherwise.
I am an income investor.

Thanks very much.

Q: Your thoughts please on AES

Q: I currently own both of the mentioned stocks. With Trump's protectionist (tariffs) policies, do you expect any detrimental effects on the future performance of SHOP and SQ. Thank you. Bill.