Investment Q&A

Q: Hello,

I have done very well and am very happy with my investment in CSU - thank you.

I would appreciate your insight on characterizing the return one receives from a co. like this.

Einstein called compound interest the 8th wonder of the world and IMO the return from CSU seems to be a phenomena beyond that.

With SHOP your return is based on capital appreciation. If it goes up you win - goes down you lose.

With BCE your return is based on a dividend and possible capital appreciation. Almost a paid rent for your money invested and with a hoped for capital gain.

With CSU the actual dividend (rent) is miniscule, however the spin-offs are like a special dividend (equity rent?) with a shared equity multiplier plus capital appreciation of the mother co.

In the past 4 yrs my CSU stock has tripled in capital value and spun off co's that their current value works out to 16% annual return. The annual growth of these co's are also expected to grow.

You have long spoke positively of CSU and maybe now, with some data, I am just seeing why.

Thank you

Q: Could you provide your opinion of Magna vs Linamar?
Historically MG seemed in the lead and had a better dividend. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine - their investments in Russia were blamed for non-performance.
Also, since then LNR seems to be doing substantially better signifying the sector is doing ok.

Has MG lost its MOJO, had its day and becoming a value trap? (all cash flow going towards dividends, taking on debt and eroding stock price).
Thank you

Q: Did the recent acquisition of a CDN Western Bank cause the sudden drop in BN stock price, and if yes, why?

Q: Why would DOL's SP took a dip after earnings report? Is it a matter of not good enough based on "expectations"? Thanks.

Q: Hi, raising some cash so could you rate these companies as to which one you would sell first. And the one you would definitely like to keep
Thanks

Q: Any reason for the weakness of late

THX

Q: Hello Peter & Team,

I was wondering if you might have any insights into the Euro€ all things considered (politically) in Europe right now? I am looking to travel in the next 45 days and will be purchasing approx. €5000 and was wondering if I should maybe wait a tad bit?

Thanks for all you do

gm

Q: Hi Guys,

Thinking of cleaning house, do see any reason to keep these U:US, FOOD.CA, DOC.CA, AC.CA and DOC.CA.

thanks

Jim

Q: I need to clean out the dogs and take some losses for tax purposes. In which order would you sell? Are there any keepers here?

Q: What is driving these stocks down today?

Q: Can you list the top 10 mid to large cap TSX stocks that have the most capital gains for the past 10 years. The total amount of gains. Plus list the cumulative dividends for each if there are any

Q: Any idea why well and bepc had big moves today?

Q: Following up on my recent question on gold bullions...
Which account type should I hold your recommended etfs (non-reg, tfsa, rrsp)?
Please take as many credits.
Thank you

Q: I am going to increase my position in 2 of these 3 companies (3 to 5 year hold part of a well diversified portfolio)
Which 2 of these look most appealing?
Much appreciated as usual. ram

Q: When the clock strikes midnight,Cinderella turns back to herself,but the Prince got her slipper, found her and happiness therafter.Both Great darlings,Hps.a & Cls have recently retreated from their highs,Shameful that I do not have a postion,so please advise good entry points. If I can only have one,which do U prefer? Txs for U usual great advices & services

Q: ATD announced on Jun 6 that it will sell discounted food via smartphone app for half original price or less.Please comment and its impact on financials.In view of foregoing.is it timely to add given that u last good entry price is $74-75. Txs for u usual great services & views.

Q: Why do you have so many stocks not rated (NR) in your portfolio even some of those with higher allocations? How do you arrive at your ratings? Perhaps as a newcomer i missed explanation somewhere that is given already. Finally how do I get a nickname? thks

Q: I currently have small positions in both of the above and want to consolidate. Which do you suggest I sell to buy the other. I have gains on both but taxes not a factor. Longer term investor here, just don't want small positions.

Q: Hi team. I'm ok with some risk and am 100% equities with an average 13% return per year over 10 years thanks to your team!!

Now my question. We sold an investment property with the plan to use the money to fund a new investment property which will be built in 3 years...so this is my time frame. The money will be split between a TFSA & a taxable account, with the taxable account having about 75%.

What do you think if these for the TFSA - CSU, BN, SHOP and DOL?

These for the taxable - WSP, ENB, TFII, DSG, BNS, SU, ATD, BEPC, H, and a little more DOL?

Would you reorganize these between the 2 accounts? Alternatively, would you choose something else due to the timeframe?

Thanks a lot!

Q: With a debt-to-equity ratio to 99.4% does CNR have too much debt to continue operate successfully?