Investment Q&A

Q: Rising interest rates have definitely put downward pressure on bond-proxy types of companies i.e. those that pay dividends. I am an investor who believes that those companies that pay dividends and have the ability to raise those dividends consistently over time tend to outperform. I would like to purchase 6 such companies for the income portion of my portfolio, and would appreciate the names of your favorite companies that pay, and have a history of increasing, their dividends.

Q: I feel like I should be buying more KWH.UN ...
I am down 20% since I bought it but I love the monthly dividend. I have a 5% position in it now. Would you be comfortable at a 7% position?

Q: What is your outlook for CJR given the recent announcement that Shaw is planning to sell it's stake?

Q: Now ppl has not gone down at all. Would you switch to something like Endbridge or another utility that has gone down 25% or just sell it before it goes down 25%

Q: RNW went as low as 12.30 below the offering of 12.65.It seems the deal is unfavorable ? could you comment ?w

Q: What are your thoughts on DIV. I understand that it's dividend is not currently covered by it royality stream. Do you see a new revenue stream being added any time soon ?

Thanks Ken

Q: Any reason for RNW’s 5% drop this morning?

Q: Most analysts seem to have a generally positive view of BCE, saying it is fine for income, but they don't expect much growth. Despite the yield, in 2018 the stock has declined from about $60 to about $55 - the same price as at the beginning of 2016 - which is negative 8% YTD. The decline more than eliminates the yield. Everyone seems to think that "interest sensitive" stocks like this one decline when interest rates rise (which might make some sense if the interest rate rise were more than the tiny amounts we are seeing). But my question is whether there is more at play here. Without exception, the BCE consumers I know absolutely hate the company and are planning to switch service providers as soon as possible. Is this the sign of trouble on the horizon for this "widows and orphans" stock ??

Q: It's been a little bit since BRE has been in the question spotlight. The stock has been acting well and the div is juicy. Are you still lukewarm because of its size? Any other concerns? The Brookfield name has to be a positive, yes?

Thanks!

Q: Have held CHE.UN and growing tired of its performance.
Can you suggest replacement for dividend equivalent and growth potential

Q: hi Folks can I have your comments on the sale of assets announced today.
In your opinion does this type of sale bode well the co?
Kind regards
Stan

Q: Hello Peter and staff:
I am a retired investor who is looking at Enercare for income and a little growth and capital preservation.
I would appreciate your comments on this company.
Thank you

Q: I want to make a short term investment to get the next dividend payment. I have $33K to invest for the longterm. However, while I make up my mind about which stocks, I want to put my cash to work. What high yield, safe stock can I buy to get the next dividend payment. (Meaning; whose ex-dividend date is coming up in the next several days or a week.) I realize I would pay 2 trading commissions to buy and sell.

Q: I've held TRI for several years with 100% gain. Is it time to sell given the high PE?
Thanks.
Liping

Q: EFN continues to run higher. Any insight as to why the renewed positive interest?

Thanks

Robert

Q: Looking for income here, would you add to ENB (have 4%) or buy ENF?
Many thanks,
Jen

Q: One of the articles you posted recently listed Invesco as a good dividend stock for consideration. What do you think? Does it have a good record of increasing dividends? It has been on a significant downtrend of late - is that likely to turn around in the near term? The Fed looks set to jack us US rates over the next year, so I'm wondering how Invesco would do in that environment. Thanks for you advice.

Q: What is your view on Co power green bonds. would 6 year or 4 year be better.

Tom

Q: Your opinion on FN for income, long hold as opposed to Fierra. Thanks

Q: Would like your thoughts on whether I should sell or hold with the upcoming quarterly report. I am down 35% on an 8% holding. I like the dividend but am quite sure of a cut coming very soon. What would you expect as a % cut and would that propel the stock price up or down?

Thanks Gary