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Q: I have a question regarding GSY asked by Stephen on Nov 28 about convertible debentures 5.75% at $ 43.99 a share until July 29,2022 could you explain to me how these work in regards to the following
- how often are you payed
-the tax implications
- how does the share price $ 43.99 come into play
- how is your principle tied up if you needed the money is there a penalty if you had to withdraw it,or if that is even possible
-can these be purchased at any bank online with your discount brokerage
-in your opinion how safe are these and any negatives about them
I realize this is a lot to ask and use as many credits as needed thanks a bunch
Read Answer Asked by Greg on December 06, 2018
Q: Hi, I used a screener to look at companies that have had a hard down in the last 6 months, as well as a positive uptick in the last 10 days. I have found two in the subject line above. I also want a small dividend at least and both above are sufficient. I think both AIF and NFI missed last quarter, and they are expected to grow, however, it appears that AIF's growth into 2019 is significantly more (according to scotia) than NFI. I do know NFI has been a darling and this can be a good time to get in. Can you give me your opinion on both in contrast and consider which one you would add to a portfolio now for longer term. No need to consider any of my other holdings. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Jordan on December 04, 2018
Q: Looking BCI over as another way to play the aging population theme plus people are sitting around staring at screens most of the time, especially in the last 30 years (me too) and ruining their eyes. Your last rating on this Company was Nov 2017 @ B+. Do you still consider it worthy of a B+? If so, in the context of a year later. with very little movement, no dividend increases...why?

Thank You once again
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on December 03, 2018
Q: My biggest position is in Knight and my two biggest concerns are the possibility that Mr. Goodman's health is deteriorating following his accident which could affect his zeal for a large deal and, second, if his reputation as a bargain-hunter is precluding him from having access to good deals as sellers may only view him as a desperate last resort.
Finally, the trading in this stock seems consumed by day traders generating a flurry of orders following the limited buy/sell from real investors. Is someone propping this stock up to generate action while the shareholder base yawns through the daily action waiting with exasperation for the company to put their $800M to WORK!!
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Steven on November 30, 2018
Q: Not a lot of questions/comments on this one and the last report is June 2017 (unless I have missed something).
It continues to fall. I have been able to sell half of my position so far (liquity). I still have a significant gain on the second half. Should I hang on to this other half or will the likelihood "that earnings will likely taper in 2019" as referenced consensus states, contribute to or cause a stall in the stock's momentum and therefore best set aside this stock for a quarter or two?

As always, Thank You
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on November 29, 2018
Q: Good morning Peter & Team,
Part of GM's rationale (so they say) for closing the Oshawa plant and others is to focus on 'autonomous' vehicles that, according to a GM spokesperson, "don't hit each other". How will this affect the core business of Boyd in the medium and long term? Thanks to 5i, I have some fabulous gains on this stock and am wondering if and when I should take some profits. (BYD.UN is 2.55% of our overall portfolio).
Thanks as always for your guidance.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on November 29, 2018