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Q: Hello,

I have owned a small position in Zargon since 2007. ZAR managed to survive the 2008 Financial Recession but I wonder about its future considering possible extended low oil prices.

I see it has relatively high debt to equity (71%), has some oil price hedging for the beginning of 2015 and payout ratio of FFO at or near 50%.


I am wondering what you think about its debt level?

I am wondering what you think about its dividend?

And lastly I am wondering what you think about their assets and their operations?

Thank you very much.

Regards
Stephane



Read Answer Asked by Stephane on January 27, 2015
Q: Hello Peter, I've held this ETF in my RRSP for two years. While the yield is approx 6%, it has also dropped in price by a total of almost 6% in 2 years (resulting in net annual gain of only 3%). My question is that with generally falling interest rates and an improving US economy - presumably translating to lower defaults/default risk levels - I'm unable to understand how a corporate bond portfolio could lose 6% of its value over two years. I have not looked into the specific components of the ETF but if you can help me understand the loss, much appreciated. I am not risk-averse and won't need the funds for several years. Would you suggest a better vehicle for higher US returns? Thanks, Bob
Read Answer Asked by James on January 27, 2015
Q: In a recent question and response, concerning STB (Student Transportation), reference was made to SNCF. Who or what is SNCF? Thanks for your help on this.
Read Answer Asked by Bill on January 26, 2015
Q: What is your outlook for Liquor Stores, and is the dividend stable?
Thanks, How
Read Answer Asked by Howard on January 26, 2015
Q: Hi Team

regarding the canadian banks in general:

1. why have they started the year down so much ?

2. with the sudden drop in interest rate by the Bank of Canada, how do you think this will affect the Canadian Banks ?

3. Is there any reason to hold back on buying in on the banks for any foreseeable issues in the next 3 months ?

4. of the big 6 including national, can you rank them in order of

A. overall growth and
B.future likelihood of dividend increases.

thanks

Ernie
Read Answer Asked by Ernest on January 26, 2015
Q: I have been building a portfolio for income purposes and have some additional cash to put to use. Can you give 3-5 names of dividend payers (including REITs) that you currently like that may have some growth upside also? Thanks in advance
Read Answer Asked by Mark on January 26, 2015
Q: Boston Pizza has a royalty income fund that pays a generous dividend. Pizza Pizza and A&W have similar funds, also with generous dividends. What's your opinion on these funds, are they fairly safe and what do you think of the sector?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Charlie on January 26, 2015
Q: I currently hold trp. Would you see any merit in a switch to either Pembina pipe (ppl) or Keyera (key)?? I have more interest in growth than dividends. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by jim on January 22, 2015
Q: I understand Boralex just finished a successful equity offering and completed an acquisition. I understand the stock has just been upgraded to outperform - what would be your view?
Read Answer Asked by Murray on January 22, 2015
Q: Hi guys, wondering what you thought of is hares global healthcare and bmo global infrastructure as investments at the present time.zgi and xhc . Are the mer's ok and are they a good hedge against our weakening dollar? Do you have a better ETF recommendation or specific stocks in these areas you prefer. Thanks Darryl
Read Answer Asked by Darryl on January 22, 2015
Q: STB - I know it's not a strong Balance Sheet - too much debt, etc. etc. but it has given my wife nearly 8% for over 3 yrs.& that huge French transportation co. has kept buying 95,000 shares per month for over 18 months. I can't find out anything else - can you?!

SGY - Insiders keep buying large - even last week. Any news??
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Robert on January 22, 2015
Q: Hi,
Just a question on Chesswood in light of the new CDN interest rate cuts-
Chesswood reports in CDN though it does much business in the US, and
it is interest rate sensitive, with a high dividend- with all of these now positive factors in mind, why is the stock still struggling? Seems like a no brainer purchase.
Thanks for your input.
Read Answer Asked by Pat on January 22, 2015
Q: Chesswood has been weak this year and wonder what you think of it, and when do they report earnings. thanks
Read Answer Asked by don on January 22, 2015
Q: With the budget cuts,which of Enb,Ala,PPl ,ipl still has the most growth prospects ?
Read Answer Asked by terrance on January 21, 2015
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