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Q: I have a considerable position in AQN and a small position in BEP.UN. In examing the one-year performance of the three companies I calculate that AQN's stock price is flat, BEP.UN is up about 40% and NPI is up about 45%. Would you recommend selling the laggard, AQN, and investing the proceeds into one or both of NPI and BEP.UN. Also is there a company in this sector that you would prefer over these three?
With appreciation,
Ed
Read Answer Asked by Ed on April 21, 2021
Q: Good Day; I'm considering a switch between my current holding of AQN (I've had for a few years and have an unrealized capital gain) and moving into NPI with the recent acquisition news. The capital gain tax consideration aside, how would you compare the growth and dividend profile between these two companies for the medium to long term future based on the recent NPI acquisition.

thanks,
Read Answer Asked by g on April 21, 2021
Q: Following up on my question from this morning, you suggested as "high dividend payers" a few companies that have comparatively low dividends to LIF or FSZ. They aere T (4.83%), AQN, (3.9%), NPIU (2.75%). I don't think these qualify as "high dividend payers". I acknowledge they may be better choices from a growth perspective, but I am looking specifically for companies with a high dividend (over 6% for sure), if any other than FSZ (on my radar!) and LIF (I own this) can be suggested. Growth is not important to me for this aspect of my portfolio. I am looking for companies you might suggest that have a dividend that you think is reasonably safe.
Thanks! Paul
Read Answer Asked by Paul on April 20, 2021
Q: Good morning!
In a recent answer you mentioned LIF (Labrador iron Ore Royalty Corporation) by noting:
"For the 'high dividend' category we would consider it one of the better options."
Could you perhaps name a few others that are high dividend payers where you feel the dividends are reasonably secure? (I already have positions in ENB, BCE, PPL, and SIA)
Thanks! ... Paul


Read Answer Asked by Paul on April 20, 2021
Q: There are a lot of prices outside of Tech, that are higher today than 2 - 5 Yrs ago. The ratings on a lot of these individual stocks, can also vary from "strong buy" to "overvalued". Given what we are going through with Covid, this has me concerned.
I really just want the dividend's and the original investment back, in say 15 Years. How ill advised would I be, to drop down to the above and maybe a few more like them. I will not out live hydrocarbons.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Cacey on April 20, 2021
Q: Looking for canadian eligible dividend income to take advantage outside my registered accounts for retirement.

Can you suggest some names right now that look good above 5% and also can maintain its dividend reasonably well in an inflation environment?
Read Answer Asked by Eugene on April 19, 2021
Q: Hi 5i,
Given CRTC 's announcement to allow small wireless carriers to piggyback on Big 3 networks..
How do you view the short term affect on the group especially on BCE share price?
In your opinion would you be interested entering a position at this time ( for income and long term growth) or would you expect a short term pullback?
Position/weighting size considering existing 3% position in rogers.
Thx
Jim
Read Answer Asked by jim on April 19, 2021
Q: Can you list 3 companies you would initiate a buy today for income and why/thesis?
Read Answer Asked by Fabio on April 16, 2021
Q: With the transition of gasoline/diesel engine car/truck to EV, the electricity will be consumed more and more in the near future. Do you have any idea what kind of electricity related companies will benefit from this EV transition and what do you suggest we should prepare for it regarding investment?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Adam on April 16, 2021