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• VersaBank (VBNK $23.15)
  • $23.15 P/E (TTM): 25.02X Cap: $752M
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Q: A buy ?

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Read Answer Asked by j stuart on August 31, 2018

• VersaBank (VBNK $23.15)
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Q: VersaBank continues to put up great results but can’t seem to break out of the 7 dollar range. What do you think it is going to take for investors to start taking notice? They gave positive comments about continued strength through Q4. Do you still like it in this range? Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Scott on August 31, 2018

Q: We could not find any information on the reason for the drop in BMA. The peso, which does not appear significant and the legal case may be the factors. Any enlightenment from you would be appreciated.
Thanks
Thomas

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Read Answer Asked by Thomas on August 30, 2018

• People Corporation (PEO $15.21)
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• Insperity Inc. (NSP $21.13)
  • $21.13 Cap: $837M
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Q: I own PEO but was wondering how it stacks up against INP?
I note that Mawer holds NSP. It has also appreciated more than PEO ytd.

Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Leo on August 30, 2018

• Toronto-Dominion Bank (The) (TD $134.38)
  • $134.38 P/E (TTM): 11.22X Cap: $222.07B
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• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $103.37)
  • $103.37 P/E (TTM): 25.56X Cap: $127.56B
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Q: Hi group - BNS taking a hit due to lass than stellar results (compared to other Cad banks) in the 2 nd quarter. I also own TD (trading near its high) my question is should I cash in 1/2 (500 shares) of TD and purchase more BNS to try and take advantage of the lower stock price (I am thinking that BNS has a lot more upside potential in the coming mths and years. Also I own the US banks and am becoming frustrated with their performance - what going on? they should be trading higher due to the strong economy?...Thanks for your guidance on this

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Read Answer Asked by Terence on August 30, 2018

• Macquarie Infrastructure Holdings LLC (MIC $4.09)
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Q: Hi there,

I have owned this one for awhile and it is finally starting to recover from its dividend cut earlier this year. A couple of questions, is this worth continuing to hold given the improvements and is the dividend safe?

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Read Answer Asked by kelly on August 30, 2018

• Axis Auto Finance Inc. (AXIS $0.01)
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Q: May I please have your opinion on Axis Auto Finance Inc? Thank you.

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Read Answer Asked by Manoj on August 30, 2018

• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $103.37)
  • $103.37 P/E (TTM): 25.56X Cap: $127.56B
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Q: Yesterday,you listed BNS as your no.1 preference of the big 6 can. banks even after it missed estimated eps.whereas the other 3 that had reported beated.Subsequently,NA reported a beat.As of Aug 24,it was the worst performer of the big 6 on a 3mo,1yr & 5yr basis as per TRI.So please advise your reasons of choice,& is this a good entry point.Thanks for u usual great services & views

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Read Answer Asked by Peter on August 30, 2018

• PayPal Holdings Inc. (PYPL $45.63)
  • $45.63 P/E (TTM): 8.14X Cap: $42.54B
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• Mastercard Incorporated (MA $521.00)
  • $521.00 P/E (TTM): 30.03X Cap: $461.25B
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• Visa Inc. (V $320.51)
  • $320.51 P/E (TTM): 28.78X Cap: $614.10B
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• Block Inc. Class A (SQ)
  • P/E (TTM): 59.56X Cap: $53.89B
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Q: I currently own Visa and have done well. I like all of the payment processors. Should I stick with Visa, or take some profits and diversify into another processor? I am considering Mastercard, Square or Paypal.

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Read Answer Asked by Dennis on August 30, 2018

Q: Why would you buy a short term bond etf over laddering 1-5 year GIC. or for that matter just keep buying 1 year GIC.
I looked at BMO ultra short 5 year return 1.32.
I get it that it is liquid, but GIC has no risk.
Am I missing something?

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Read Answer Asked by fwb181 on August 29, 2018

• VersaBank (VBNK $23.15)
  • $23.15 P/E (TTM): 25.02X Cap: $752M
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Q: Hi, Could you please comment on VB earnings. Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by rajeev on August 29, 2018

• National Bank of Canada (NA $190.80)
  • $190.80 P/E (TTM): 17.65X Cap: $73.72B
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Q: Hi,
Please provide your opinion on National Bank's latest results. Also, is the debt level comparable to peer's.


Thank you

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Read Answer Asked by André on August 29, 2018

• Bank of Montreal (BMO $198.90)
  • $198.90 P/E (TTM): 16.06X Cap: $138.63B
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Q: Could you please comment on BMO's recent earnings release. It seems to have beaten estimates but the share price has fallen somewhat -- albeit on a negative day for the tsx. Also, would you please rate the big six cdn. banks according to your relative preferences. Thanks.

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Read Answer Asked by Donald on August 28, 2018

• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $103.37)
  • $103.37 P/E (TTM): 25.56X Cap: $127.56B
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Q: Your opinion on today's financial report please.
Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Daniel on August 28, 2018

• Charles Schwab Corporation (The) (SCHW $95.49)
  • $95.49 P/E (TTM): 21.72X Cap: $166.81B
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Q: Was curious on your thoughts on American brokerage stocks after JP Morgan introduced an APP that allowed for some trading commission free the stocks have pretty well gained back their losses but do you think it could be a new normal eventually....thanks a bunch

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Read Answer Asked by Greg on August 28, 2018

• ECN Capital Corp. (ECN $3.06)
  • $3.06 P/E (TTM): 113.06X Cap: $862M
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Q: TD shows ECN’s projected earnings over next four quarters as 25 cents. Originally the preferred shares (ECN.PR.A) were rated Preferred -3 Low but perhaps deserve a higher rating if the common share estimated earnings are correct. Any view on the merit of adding to a small holding of this preferred (for income)?

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Read Answer Asked by Robert on August 27, 2018

• Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC $47.80)
  • $47.80 P/E (TTM): 15.48X Cap: $81.43B
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Q: what do you think of Manulife would you buy this stock.

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Read Answer Asked by frederick on August 24, 2018

• BlackRock Inc. (BLK $1,068.31)
  • $1,068.31 P/E (TTM): 27.53X Cap: $166.16B
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Q: What are your thoughts on the weakness in BLK after Fidelity announced their 0% MER mutual funds?

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Read Answer Asked by Adam on August 24, 2018

• IGM Financial Inc. (IGM $67.62)
  • $67.62 P/E (TTM): 15.48X Cap: $15.95B
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Q: what thing or things prompted the 2 + decline today ( Aug 23td )

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Read Answer Asked by darcy on August 24, 2018

• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $103.37)
  • $103.37 P/E (TTM): 25.56X Cap: $127.56B
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• National Bank of Canada (NA $190.80)
  • $190.80 P/E (TTM): 17.65X Cap: $73.72B
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Q: Today which would you choose and why?

Thanks as always

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Read Answer Asked by Mark on August 24, 2018