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Q: The first baby boomers aged 71-72 (~1945-65) will begin cashing out their RRSP's or converting them into RRIF's or purchasing an annuity, this year. As will all the major boomer shifts, it is exciting to look at and predict the impact their money will have on government (tax revenues), financial institutions, personal wealth etc. What sectors will benefit; insurance companies like (SLF), banks (BNS), brokerage/ investment firms (FSZ), other. Where will the bulk of this money flow to: fixed income (bonds, debs, gic's, savings acc's) or (pref's and dividend stocks, common stock) or annuities. I welcome your thoughts and predictions on this interesting matter.
Read Answer Asked by LARRY on May 01, 2017
Q: What is your view on the announcement by EIF regarding the loss of North West as a client? The announcement said the effect on the bottom line is only about $1 million, which is so immaterial.

Also, is this piece of business development what the shorts are basing their recent incessant attack of the EIF SP? If so, can we expect a much appreciated short squeeze on Monday?

You insight is much appreciated as always.
Read Answer Asked by Victor on May 01, 2017
Q: There is a link to an article in today's Globe by Meb Farber that calls into question the generally accepted wisdom that companies that grow their dividends are superior investments. (at least I think it is a generally accepted theory) Is this a theory that you have come across before or do you think that his argument has merit?

http://mebfaber.com/2017/04/26/dividend-growth-myth/

Appreciate your insight.

Paul F.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on April 28, 2017
Q: I note that buyouts are increasing among the small cap stocks. Today alone Lumenpulse and Canam are going private at nice premiums. IRD also gone this month. I am not sure if this is the start of a trend. Are there any companies you would consider as buy-out targets in the next 9 months? I have my eye on Ten Peaks.
Read Answer Asked by Murray on April 28, 2017
Q: Hi I notice At.v is slowly going down from its high. What could be the reason for it...? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Mike on April 28, 2017
Q: Good morning, I have a special cash account which I view more or less as a replacement for a savings account at my credit union so I've focused this account on fairly safe dividend payers with a few growth stocks sprinkled in. I'm planning on selling CGX and will then have enough cash for 3 new positions. In financials I'm thinking of some growth. Would you choose gsy or ecn? In tech. Evertz or ABT? And lastly, Valener,SPB? or Enbridge? Thanks, Rod
Read Answer Asked by Rod on April 28, 2017
Q: Hello Peter,
With regards to the question posed to you for HCG by one of your members, i can relate to the frustration and disappointment that your team did not see it coming. However, at the same time, as investors, we have to realize that you can only advise based on the data you have available. Past data can be used as input to determine Future company or sector trends, but cannot guarantee success as no one can predict the future. I think it is best to focus on how we can avoid such stocks in the future given great metrics in the past (HCG had high ROE, decent PE etc ) and all of a sudden we start hearing issues with the company. Can you please shed light on what investors can watch for to avoid such pitfalls? I am using your service, watch BNN, read newspapers and other letters along with placing stop losses to minimize downside. From what i have seen, it is best to stick to decent paying dividend stocks like BCE, SLF, Banks, etc Growth stocks just seem to have too much hidden which comes to surface later or they are targets for short sellers. Thanks for your valuable input.
Read Answer Asked by umedali on April 28, 2017
Q: hi. im looking to add 3 names to my dividend portfolio. can you rank these names for me for best investment choice for long term play and safety.
Read Answer Asked by jason on April 27, 2017
Q: Hello Peter and team, MDA is taking a hit today, almost 4% drop. Are there any reasons for this? I have a full position in MDA, should I switch to something else? If yes, what would it be (in the industrial sector)? Regards, Gervais
Read Answer Asked by Gervais on April 27, 2017
Q: Would you please comment on the offer to take CAM private. Sell and move on or, would you suggest something else? Also in the case of Discover Air any opinion and in particular how secure are the non secured debentures, given Clairvest holds secured ones and trying to take the company private by buying the remaining common stock for $0.20?

Thanks

Mike
Read Answer Asked by Michael on April 27, 2017
Q: Could you please provide insight into the offer to go private. Based on ownership composition, it would seem unlikely a competing bid can be expected. Given the offer price and recent performance of the company it sounds like a good offer? Last check, it was trading at #12.15 so, sell or wait for the buyout date to get the $12,30 and pay no commission?
Read Answer Asked by Michael on April 27, 2017
Q: Dear 5i
My son is just getting into investing via Questrade (he`s 34) . I`ve given him some ideas that i thought you would have given him particularly pertaining to company`s with solid forecasted earnings growth over the next 1-2 years .
I suggested KXS , SIS , SHOP , PBH , PHO and GSY .
He is interested in EA and MAL. He has $8000 to work with with time .
What would you recommend ?
Thanks
Bill C.
I`m hoping in time he to will be a 5i member as well .
Read Answer Asked by Bill on April 27, 2017