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• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $89.20)
  • $89.20 P/E (TTM): 17.14X Cap: $110.48B
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Q: Why is BNS down more than the other big 5 banks?

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Read Answer Asked by Robert on June 01, 2020

• Boralex Inc. Class A Shares (BLX $26.96)
  • $26.96 Cap: $2.74B
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Q: I recently switched out shares of ING for TD. I also own BLX, and was wondering if it should still be held.

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Read Answer Asked by Anthony on May 29, 2020

• Firm Capital Mortgage Investment Corporation (FC $12.33)
  • $12.33 P/E (TTM): 23.78X Cap: $451M
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Q: Could I get your analysis of FC. How should it fare in the low interest enviroment over the near future? Thanks Ron

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Read Answer Asked by Ronald on May 29, 2020

• Laurentian Bank of Canada (LB $33.58)
  • $33.58 P/E (TTM): 13.54X Cap: $1.48B
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Q: Laurentian Bank just cut it's dividend. Is it possible to know which of the major banks are least likely to cut dividends?

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Read Answer Asked by James on May 29, 2020

• Laurentian Bank of Canada (LB $33.58)
  • $33.58 P/E (TTM): 13.54X Cap: $1.48B
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Q: Laurentien Bank has tumbled significantly following its most recent earnings report, nearly down to the Mar 23 low. Do you think its risk/reward ratio Now makes it suitable for a “balanced” portfolio? Thanks!

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Read Answer Asked by Gregory on May 29, 2020

• Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC $43.34)
  • $43.34 P/E (TTM): 13.68X Cap: $72.54B
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• Great-West Lifeco Inc. (GWO $53.18)
  • $53.18 P/E (TTM): 13.18X Cap: $49.27B
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• Sun Life Financial Inc. (SLF $82.00)
  • $82.00 P/E (TTM): 14.78X Cap: $46.22B
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• Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited Subordinate Voting Shares (FFH $2,430.23)
  • $2,430.23 P/E (TTM): 8.4X Cap: $51.49B
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• Intact Financial Corporation (IFC $267.02)
  • $267.02 P/E (TTM): 21.52X Cap: $47.52B
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• Power Corporation of Canada Subordinate Voting Shares (POW $57.87)
  • $57.87 P/E (TTM): 13.56X Cap: $36.93B
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Q: Which of these insurance companies would you buy today? Five year hold.
Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Lawrence on May 29, 2020

• PNC Financial Services Group Inc. (The) (PNC $206.36)
  • $206.36 P/E (TTM): 13.75X Cap: $80.24B
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• StoneCo Ltd. (STNE $19.16)
  • $19.16 Cap: $5.16B
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Q: Although both stocks are in the financial area but certainly quite different.
Both are moving quite significantly with renewed interest in the sector. Would either one or both be suitable buys, even with their current increase?
Thank you, Team!

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Read Answer Asked by Sigrid on May 29, 2020

• VersaBank (VBNK $17.52)
  • $17.52 P/E (TTM): 18.35X Cap: $550M
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Q: I thought the 2nd q results issued today were pretty good and the share price has responded. This company appears to be undervalued and it even pays a small dividend. Based on my investing experience, I think the market will eventually notice this company or it will get bought out.

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Read Answer Asked by Murray on May 28, 2020

• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $89.20)
  • $89.20 P/E (TTM): 17.14X Cap: $110.48B
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Q: Hi-
Is the number of close to 90% payout ratio for BNS correct? Do loan loss provisions factor into that payout ratio? I would assume yes. If so, I would consider 90 percent not particularly alarming considering the current economic environment. This would cover delinquencies after the 6 month mark, correct?

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Read Answer Asked by Jordan on May 28, 2020

• EQB Inc. (EQB $92.01)
  • $92.01 P/E (TTM): 10.33X Cap: $3.49B
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Q: Could you please comment on their outlook. What is their balance sheet?
Would you buy it today?

Thanks,
Milan

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Read Answer Asked by Milan on May 28, 2020

• National Bank of Canada (NA $150.27)
  • $150.27 P/E (TTM): 14.32X Cap: $58.91B
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Q: May I please have your comments on earnings. Thank you

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Read Answer Asked by Margot on May 28, 2020

• Royal Bank of Canada (RY $201.69)
  • $201.69 P/E (TTM): 20.28X Cap: $283.13B
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• Toronto-Dominion Bank (The) (TD $108.24)
  • $108.24 P/E (TTM): 9.04X Cap: $184.34B
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• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $89.20)
  • $89.20 P/E (TTM): 17.14X Cap: $110.48B
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• Bank of Montreal (BMO $178.63)
  • $178.63 P/E (TTM): 14.85X Cap: $127.94B
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Q: BNS is up AFTER they posted loss, increased reserve provisions etc., BUT it seems ALL the banks are up today even though news about their future is still pending!
Should we "read" that "birds of a feather" phenomenon is operating here and the market has decided to ignore the pending results of other bans and is into a full blown buy mode!
Do you think it is risky or reasonable response to the current situation and one can buy bank stocks now? I know your favorites are RY,BNS,TD.

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Read Answer Asked by Savalai on May 27, 2020

• Toronto-Dominion Bank (The) (TD $108.24)
  • $108.24 P/E (TTM): 9.04X Cap: $184.34B
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Q: when does td report quarterly earnings?

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Read Answer Asked by Ronald on May 27, 2020

• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $89.20)
  • $89.20 P/E (TTM): 17.14X Cap: $110.48B
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Q: Based on quarterly results and statements from CEO Porter on BNS’s liquidity and loan losses, if I didn’t have any bank positions right now, would you start a position in BNS now or wait a bit or would you prefer a different bank?

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Read Answer Asked by Geoffrey on May 26, 2020

• First National Financial Corporation (FN $48.13)
  • $48.13 P/E (TTM): 15.79X Cap: $2.88B
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Q: How do the latest results look and what do you think for the remainder of the year with respect to income? Thanks.

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Read Answer Asked by David on May 26, 2020

• Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (JEF $70.21)
  • $70.21 P/E (TTM): 24.96X Cap: $13.72B
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Q: Hi Guys
I sold JEF for a tax loss just recently. Would you see value in buying it back after 30 days at this price.
thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Gordon on May 26, 2020

• People Corporation (PEO $15.21)
  • $15.21 Cap: $1.09B
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Q: What are the odds that People might initiate a dividend at some point ? Thanx Robbie

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Read Answer Asked by Robert on May 25, 2020

• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $89.20)
  • $89.20 P/E (TTM): 17.14X Cap: $110.48B
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Q: what is expected from earnings this quarter? Thx

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Read Answer Asked by blake on May 25, 2020

• PayPal Holdings Inc. (PYPL $68.59)
  • $68.59 P/E (TTM): 14.35X Cap: $65.55B
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• Visa Inc. (V $338.95)
  • $338.95 P/E (TTM): 33.21X Cap: $671.60B
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Q: For a one year growth which one of these companies would you say has greater potential. Growth only

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Read Answer Asked by wilson on May 25, 2020

• Miscellaneous (MISC)
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Q: What % weighting would you reccomend in
Banks?
Life insurance companies?

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Read Answer Asked by Terry on May 25, 2020