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Investment Q&A

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Q: Why would KML stock price be down today and why would it not reflect the intrinsic value of the purchase? They have just been offered $4.5 billion for its interest in the controversial pipeline which looks like a great deal for the company considering its market cap is only $1.6 billion (103.7 million shares at a price of $16.30 and no debt).

What am I missing?
Read Answer Asked by Keith on May 29, 2018
Q: hi, again I am asking for your top picks for income, I have a full position in BNS. if I hold your picks I may top up, if you think this is a good time to buy and why thx Jack.
Read Answer Asked by Jack on May 29, 2018
Q: Hi 5I,
With a zero weight I am considering a possible two of the three mentioned companies as new income generating positions.
Two part question - (1) which are most suitable for more stable income (& why) and (2) considering the interest rate environment, would this be less than ideal timing to start new these as new positions

Thanks again
Mike
Read Answer Asked by mike on May 29, 2018
Q: Can you please name a few of your favorite conservative, dividend-paying stocks?

Many thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Chris on May 28, 2018
Q: Pipelines seem to be a tough area to do business in right now. The Line 3 project for ENB doesn't seem to be different- especially with the routing decision in MINN. Do you feel there is risk to the project being completed? If so, is it possible to quantify the damage to ENB? Alternatively, if they move ahead with the approved, but not desired route, can the added costs be worked through to movements in the share price? Trying to get a better understanding of possible risk on this.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Robert on May 28, 2018
Q: With the proposal of ENB to take out ENF at 29$ ( deal timeline for end of Q4) what are the risk associated with an arbitrage position by collecting dividends at around 8% and buying ENF at under 29$ and waiting for the stock equity swap date to happen. Two option are offered , having the optionality to A) sell ENF at 29$ while collecting the income ( would drip still be in place during that waiting time ) or
B) to swap ENF shares to ENB shares and at what ratio $ value per $ value or share for share fixed ratio at date of announcement ?
What impact will of a rising interest rate will have on ENF shares during that waiting time as ENB shares would probably fall further during those coming months
Thank you
Jean
Read Answer Asked by Jean-Yves on May 28, 2018
Q: What is your view at this time of Canadian bond proxy stocks versus Cdn dividend growth stocks, and their valuations relative to interest rates?

If you are of the view that dividend growers are more appropriate at this time, can you provide three growers that you recommend, and 3 bond proxy stocks that you would suggest to stay away from, to better understand the types of stocks that fall into this category. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Kirk on May 28, 2018
Q: Greetings 5i,

I currently hold a full position in BCE, and consider it one of my "core" holdings. Moreover, I very much like the prospects of the telecom sector as a whole, given its (at least in theory) ability to hold up well under adverse economic conditions. Thus, I have been considering adding a position in either AT&T or VZ to diversify my geographical exposure to the sector. I have a fairly long time horizon (I am 36), and am in no great rush, but would, nonetheless, greatly appreciate your insight into each as a long-term "core" addition to a generally conservative portfolio.

Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Lucas on May 28, 2018
Q: Market linked GICs are generally viewed quite negatively. However, I am interested in them in two specific ways. First and more generally as a substitue for the bond portion of your portfolio are they really all that bad? Secondly and this is more specific. If you had money in a child's RESP and needed it in 3 to 5 years, and presuming that it is enough to cover basic expenses and safety is paramount, would it not be a resonable place to park the money?

Thank-you.
Read Answer Asked by Alex on May 25, 2018
Q: hi Peter I am selling BPF.UN and seeking growth and income from the sale proceeds presently long in pipes telcos and banks how would you rank the above listed companies as a replacement thanks for the great service Richard
Read Answer Asked by richard on May 24, 2018