Investment Q&A

Q: CVO is down more than 16% so far today, why?

What is your opinion of this company's prospects over the next 1 to 3 years? Reflecting on your most recent comments last month, how has your opinion changed ?

Does the management of this company and its track record to date support it being "shareholder friendly"?

Is this the classic "falling knife" story?

Do you consider it under valued or fairly valued?

What other Canadian companies in this sector would you consider to be under valued or fairly valued today?

Please feel free to add any additional comments worthy of consideration.

S

Q: Given that Propel has been increasing its dividend at a rapid clip the past few quarters, are they increasing their dividend in proportion to increasing profits per share OR are they simply increasing the dividend payout ratio?

Q: Please comment on the recent big price swing in SHOP , HPS . I want to add either LMN or TOI , which one offer better return ? Thanks for your excellent service.

Q: Looking at ETF SPYG for my $US Acct. Holdings are sub-set (about 228) of S&P 500 said to have better growth. MER=0.04%.

Appears similar to VOO, VUG, MER also similar. Looking for growth, not income. For 3-5 year hold, Please comment on SPYG and compare to the two Vanguard ETFs.

Thank you,
IslandJohn

Q: Hello,
I would like a comparison analysis of these two companies on their business and which one do you think is a better business to hold for 5-10 Years?

Q: Hello 5i
Your answer to Brian on July 3 , you recommended VUG what would be the Canadian equivalent ETF or the closest to it.
Thanks

Q: Hi, These two stocks are off their recent lows but still trading significantly below their 52 week highs. Based on your comments, their valuations are still attractive compared to the historic average and their peers. Are there any near term catalysts, in your view, which could propel the stocks higher, back to their glory ?

Thank You

Q: Would like to add to my holdings a well diversified growth ETF for a long term hold (10 years+). Have $25,000 to invest in my current $2 million portfolio of equities (20) and ETFs (5)
I am considering FCUV . Your comments on this ETF would very much be appreciated. Also is there any other ETF you would recommend .

Q: what are your best ideas for recent, and for no reason, significant dips on stock prices for great companies? (US or CAN)

Q: Can you please shed some Light on why Hammond is such a volatile trader? Aside from the big drop after earnings there are big swings in price on no news.
Thank you

Q: hi folks, significance of partnership for Galaxy Digital glxy/t with State Street bank & trust....stock traded up 5% ahead of news (when Bitcoin was near $60k)...and continued upward momentum today....would you be a buyer at C$17sh level, and what do you think is the trend for bitcoin....seems to be drifting lower from highs of $70k+...thanks as always, jb

Q: I see that you like ULTA, and i've been looking into it a bit. I agree that there is quite a bit to like with the company. But the one part i'm a little hung up on is the growth potential and past performance. Any time frame in the last 5 years (11%) has not been very good. But if we look out much longer at the 10 year (316%) and beyond it looks much better. I see that the valuation is quite attractive, compared to their historical valuation. But I wonder based on the last 5 years if the growth isn't behind them. Why do you think they've underperformed for the last 5 years, and why do you think that is going to change going forward? Thx!

Q: At today's current valuation and forward outlook which do you prefer? A short explanation would be great, plus how long do you thing these "picks and shovels" stocks have to go before spending slows down? Would you prefer the companies with the access to the "data" to be more of a longer term AI strategy? Thx.

Q: pCELH seems to be in a good sub-category of consumer discretionary focussed on fitness, weight loss, and wellness.

They seem to have a good advertising and social media strategy: https://www.brandcredential.com/post/unveiling-the-celsius-marketing-strategy

The recent distribution deal with Pepsi-Co should bring new growth opportunities, and all financial metrics look great.

I was really interested in this company until I heard the Celsius management team speak to investors on a recent investor call (Everecore ISI). They did not sound very mature or well prepared.

Putting that aside, would you see any problem to own both monster, and Celsius since they are going after different demographics? Is Celsius the Lululemon of energy drinks - possibly minus the management team?

Q: Hello.

Would you please provide your top 10 investments for TFSA Accounts with a brief explanation - 5 Canadian and 5 USA without concern about diversity.
This is for a long term hold.
Thanks,
Catherine

Q: I am retired
Looking for income with some possibility of growth
Please rank rio, Russell, Cisco, aqn
Any other suggestions appreciated
Many thanks
Peter

Q: With the tsx dropping over the last few weeks and valuations adjusting for companies you like. What would be your top 3 Canadian and top 3 US names that you would start a position in, if buying today for the long term? Thx

Q: My patience with what appears to be a much loved KXS is now pretty much stretched.

I am told their business is on a solid footing and they are fundamentally doing well? So, is there a reason it has been sitting on the sidelines during this broad rally?

Q: Good morning,

I was wondering if you could look in to your crystal ball and predict where we may find KXS 5-10-15 years from now....not necessarily the price, but just in general.

To me, it seems like KXS is not widely known, but is establishing itself as a quiet market leader. I like that they don't issue shares. What could the future hold - a take-out candidate? a dividend? dual-listing? I know they make some acquisitions, but will they continue to make more? Could this be an international leader in supply-chain one day? With a market cap of aprox. $4.3 billion could it one day scale to a larger Canadian tech name (e.g. $10 billion+)? Will that PE ratio ever come down? I know there is a report on it, just more considering what the future may hold....

Q: As you are well aware, Bitcoin has been taking off all over the world. When I watch interviews of people at conventions, it appears most are investing to protect against inflation and to counter the demise of the US dollar in the future. What are you're opinions on this? I realize it has been very volatile and risky, so do have any recommendations on technology linked to Bitcoin, but so far hasn't taken off?

thanks,

Paul