Investment Q&A

Q: Would now be a good time to increase my shares of BIP.UN and is the dividend safe? Also If both of these companies have the same holdings , then why is BIP.UN eps .31 and BIPC eps 10.23?

Q: If you had to choose between NWH.UN and HMAX, which would you choose and why?

Thanks for your service!

Q: With gas prices being low like they are is Peyto div safe?. Do they have plenty of cash flow to cover the div, do they still expect more cash flow in the future Thanks Ken

Q: Hi Team,
I have a position in PPL and would lean towards switching to TRP since I see more growth in the name at the current valuation.

I owned ENB in the past mostly for its high dividend yield. Would you favor a switch in TRP or ENB and why?

Thank you !

Q: Many years ago I heard Peter say on BNN that one of the best indicators that a stock will outperform the index is when a company initiates a dividend for the first time. Are there any good quality Canadian growth companies that currently do not pay a dividend that you feel are reasonable candidates to start paying a dividend in the next 12 - 18 months?

On the same topic, generally speaking, what would be some of your favourite small to mid cap Canadian growth stocks that do not pay a dividend? Say under a $10B market cap.

Q: Hi 5I
Regarding anthony questions , Not withstanding that BIR is surely in the doghouse, is it worth a second look now and at what price would you consider it worth the risk/reward.

CEO stated in interview yesterday that the lower dividend was sustainable for next number of years....opinion? Is this the ceo responsible for reinstating initial dividend?


Thx
Jim

Q: Would like your thoughts on this "tanker stock" that Paul Sankey is bullish on?

I know it trades in the US but is closely tied to the oil industry.

thnx

Q: Hello Peter
I have a partial position
for exposure to oil and gas sector; some dividend and hopefully cap gains, 3 years hold
for the recent pull back of TOU
as some of your answers re: question to the above, the sector has pulled back

what is a good entry price?
I am patient

thanks
Michael

Q: Hi 5i,

I would like to sell BEPC to benefit from tax loss and buy back in 31 days.

Portfolio includes:
2.5% Fortis
2.5% BEPC
1% PIF

Also have :
2.5% BIP.UN
1% BAM
2% BN

I am retired, like dividends and some growth.

1. Looking for a proxy for BEPC for one month
2. Your suggested mix of Utilities.

( Will probably increase BAM some more.)

3. PIF - I like the dividend but volatile for a utility and hasn't gained SP for many years. I have a small loss. Is the dividend secure? Any reasonable gain anticipated over next year or two for PIF?
Might gains be a little more outsized due to interest rate reductions in next year or so?
Do you think it could be a takeover candidate?
Should I hold this or sell?

Thank you for your usual great advice.
I prefer more rather than less detail. (Subtract as many credits as needed.)

Q: Reading recent comments on Birchcliff Energy 5i didn’t think a dividend cut was imminent and you felt they would issue debt to fund the dividend if need be. Just curious as to the rationale for this opinion. Also, do you feel Bir is good buy at these reduced levels? Finally, In light of today’s dividend cut and significant drop is this company now a prime candidate for a takeover and if so then why?

Q: Good morning - you mentioned that DRIPs are a wonder of the world in an earlier question about SLF. Can you please explain why you think so highly of DRIPs? Are there tax implications involved? Thank

Q: In my TFSA I have full positions in ENB, T, TCL.A, and AQN. Objective is primarily steady income and some growth. I am looking to add FIE, SPB and CSW.A. What do you think?

Q: re Michael's question on Jan 9th
Q: Hi Team,
could you rate these companies for a 3-5 years horizon considering I am looking for income and capital preservation but a bit of capital growth would also be good...
Think the nswer should read ENB not ENF

Q: Which is your pick of these 3? BIR just cut their dividend. Thanks.

Q: Hi Peter,

I wonder if you might provide some colour on the Pret a Manger franchise agreement, how have things progressed. Would this be a a reason to purchase A&W stock and does the agreement allow stand alone stores separate from A&W.

Cheers,

Q: I would appreciate your overview comments on Chemtrade Logistics press release today of their 2024 guidance and the 10% increase in their dividend.
Thank you

Q: Hi 5i team. What do you make of Tourmaline's January 14 news regarding their EP activity update and dividend news? The stock has been taking quite a kicking today. Can you shed any light on why the market is down on this name? Thanks.

Q: Happy New Year All!

Can I please get your opinion of Algoma Central (ALC). Has anything changed since your answer in March 2022?

Thanks

Dave

Q: PXT recently announced production that was below analyst expectations, and the stock is down quite a bit today. In add-on, their forecast for 2024 is also light, although a bit of an increase over 2023. I'm surprised, as i bought this one for its strong growth prospects. What do you think of this company going forward? Can they still increase the dividend? buy back stock?

Q: Any reasons about the big 12%+ drop in SP and almost 800K in volume today (normal trading is about 300K in volumes)? Thanks.