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Q: Hello 5i,
A guest on BNN recently mentioned Keyera in the context of being a potential take-over candidate. I realize such is likely nothing more than idle speculation, but I am now curious: where would such a bid most likely originate? Utilities such at ENB, FTS, TRP, etc or more the likes of a Suncor? Or, are either equally as probable?
I would like to know what kind of viable candidates you would see out there. I am guessing KEY would go to a Canadian buyer under the present set of circumstances. Thoughts?
Thanks,
Cheers,
Mike
Read Answer Asked by Mike on June 02, 2017
Q: Based on your Jan. 15, 2017 research report - when AW.UN was trading at $38.20 and your continuing good comments on AW.UN. I bought the stock on what I thought was recent weakness at $36.28.
So I feel blindsided by your email on June 1 removing AW.UN from your income portfolio. Also as a buy and hold investor I found your rational for selling somewhat weak and surprised a replacement was not recommended. Please comment. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on June 01, 2017
Q: A comment on ZST. The annual distribution looks good indeed at around 3.7%, but the weighted average yield to maturity is reported as 1.49% and the annualized performance is just 1.63% over the last three years. This asset has lost around 2% on its price every year. And capital losses yield lower tax benefits than taxable other income gains. One can do better on a net basis with a GIC.
Read Answer Asked by Philip on June 01, 2017
Q: For someone just building a portfolio, which 12 stocks would you recommend from your portfolios for solid growth, medium to high risk, 1-3 year holds? I currently own only GUD at 6% weighting.

Is it possible to get approximate dates as to when the various stocks were added to your portfolios? Some of the stocks have moved considerably higher (like CCL.B, CSU, KXS, SHOP, etc) so wondering if they are still buys at current prices....

Thanks very much.
Read Answer Asked by K on June 01, 2017
Q: Hi 5i,

I do not have any oil/gas stock at the moment. I would like to start picking away at VET, WCP ad RRX with 1% position each or 2% for one or two only
I am a little hesitant for VET because of its recent behaviour lately and wonder if there may be a dividend cut coming. Would like your opinion for best action with these stocks. Thanks (consider this as 3 questions)
Read Answer Asked by Karl on June 01, 2017
Q: I see that xop was going to offer shares at half a cent to raise money to drill another well. My question is has this already happen I looked online can't ssee where the price was ever at .005 cents and if it does happen will I be able to buy at this price or will it just drive the price up more there sittin at 1 cent right now. I buy all my stocks online don't know how quick this will be
Read Answer Asked by bern on June 01, 2017