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Q: Hello.
CPX Capital Power. Reading in the economist how conventional power producers in Germany got sqeezed and squitched,by the increased share of renewable energy, losing more than half their market cap in a few years, How do you view the possible impact of new solar and wind getting subsidized at the expense of established power producers. My question is specifically for CPX which has itself a small interest in wind farms. I have sent you a copy of the articles in this week Economist. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by francois on October 18, 2013
Q: Hi:
I am thinking of adding either XUT or ZUT to my RRSP (have some cash on hand); the aim to generate 4% income over a long period; it is much better than the bond yield at the moment.
Which one is more suitable in a RRSP setting ? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Michael on October 18, 2013
Q: Hi team what would your top 5 dividend income stocks or closed funds be thanks
Read Answer Asked by Dale on October 17, 2013
Q: Good Morning Peter and Team,
My wife is retiring in two months. Through her retirement package she can transfer 30K directly to her RRSP. I currently look after her existing RRSP and have all stocks in this portfolio (TD Waterhouse). I would like to put these new funds in secure/safe non stocks investments. Please suggest some ideas for us.
Thank you Gord
Read Answer Asked by gord on October 17, 2013
Q: Could you give me your opinion on the BlackRock Dividend Income Trust (BQY-US). It is a closed-end fund selling at about 10% discount to its value. It has a nice yield,7.4%, but the fact sheet on this fund gives rather limited information; e.g.,no MER is listed. It seems small but would it be alright for income?
Read Answer Asked by richard on October 16, 2013
Q: Hi Peter and Gang,
My question is with regards to LIQ. I bought it back in May after reading your report. At the time the stock was rated a B-and was around $18. I bought some more when it dropped to $16 in August. I see today it is already touching $15. Is there any more information regarding this company that would cause it to be having so much negative pressure? Would you still maintain your B- rating? Would you recommend additional purchases, hold or sell? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Kim on October 16, 2013
Q: I currently have a portfolio of 20 stocks with about a 5% weighting in each position. My investment objective is long term growth with increasing dividends. Three of my holdings are IPL.un(Inter Pipeline), GEI(Gibson)and ALA(Altagas. Are these companies sufficiently different to continue holding all three or would it be better to diversify into another sector? And if you were to sell one or 2 of these which would it be?
Read Answer Asked by John on October 15, 2013
Q: Good morning 5I, you commented on SSF.UN in Sept. 2012, do these comments still apply and would 5% be too much in a RRIF? Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Alayne on October 14, 2013
Q: Thanks for the great advice over the past year or so. I've done very well with BAD, CSU, MG, ESL, STN and VRX. Now I want to lock in some of that "paper" profit. Two questions: how do the safety of bonds compare to bond ETF's (or do you recommend another option)? Second, what bond ETF would you recommend,if capital preservation is the main priority? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Alan on October 13, 2013
Q: Hope your European Vacation was a sucess.
Do you know why all the shorts are piling on Bell Alliant BA.T, would this be a reason to not buy the stock, as it is nearing it,s 52 week low, the dividend and an easy capitol gain when the shorts come off,make it look enticing. Many thanks as usual.
Read Answer Asked by Greg on October 09, 2013
Q: ZXA is a targeted corporate bond maturity ETF which on the surface sounds like a good idea right now instead of an open-ended bond ETF. It shows a recent yield of 4.9% but I am wondering if that is sustainable and also what you think of this ETF as a way to invest in bonds going into a possible rising interest environment.
Read Answer Asked by Maria on October 09, 2013
Q: I'm looking RSI as a dividend stock. One hesitation is the equity situation that has been declining. is this a significant concern? On the positive side, the technicals indicate it may be a good time to buy. Thoughts?
Read Answer Asked by Graham on October 08, 2013
Q: You haven't commented on Manitoba Telecom since May. After the markets closed, the Federal Government announced the outright rejection of MBT's sale of Allstream. When this deal was first announced, MBT's stock jumped considerably. It has since given up these gains. Tomorrow morning the stock will probably plummet. Any idea of a floor?.... ie: what is the fair value for this telecom? Should investors abandon telecom stocks until the Fed gets its act together and stops its indiscriminate meddling with the rules? Many thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Paul W on October 07, 2013
Q: Hi Peter and Team,

Another question about EIF. I'm presently enrolled in their DRIP which gives a 'nice' 5% discount. However, the rapid decline in share price, and today's press release is giving me cause for concern. Wondering if I should immediately cancel the DRIP, and continue to monitor EIF with the idea of pulling out completely. Some dividend aristocrat:(
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on October 07, 2013
Q: Could you comment on the info released by Exchange Income fund, EIF?
Read Answer Asked by jacques on October 07, 2013
Q: EIF? Good Morning Folks. I own 1000 shares for RRIF DISTRIBUTION. And not sure what to make of the press announcement. Does it ring true to you? Never know when we are being sold a bil of goods. Are you comfortable with management? Should I move on (never just one cockroach) or average down for the yield? Help!

Robert Turnbull
Read Answer Asked by Robert on October 07, 2013
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