Investment Q&A

Q: I am wondering if you have an opinion on Hudson Resources? I have owned shares in the company for a few years, awaiting news which we saw today, that they signed a very large contract with Owens Corning for the sale of anorthosite to be used in the manufacturing of fiberglass. Supposedly this is the first of many supply agreements to be signed but the PR said that this agreement covers the major portion of the initial required volume. Supposedly this company will become a big cash cow, with very little capital required. The only problem is that it doesn't seem like any brokerage firms cover the company. After this PR only $80k has traded today. Just wondering if you have looked at this company in the past or if you have seen brokerage coverage on it?

Michael

Q: Peter; Could RNW get dragged down along with TA and the NDP policy changes in Alberta? Thanks.Rod

Q: The last question I asked about FSV you said it was expensive. Is this in regards to historical norms or has it always been expensive like other good quality stocks.

Thx

Q: Hi 5i team,

I think now would be a time to high grade my energy and real estate stocks.

In energy I have CPG, WCP, SGY, TOU and SCL. The "winner" in this group is WCP; the biggest loss is in SGY. [Plus I have PPL, ENB and IPL which you consider as utilities; all in very positive territory.] Which stocks would you remove? What would you do to high grade this mixture?

In the real estate sector I have XRE, AX.UN, DRG.UN and TCN. I was considering selling one or both of AX.UN and DRG.UN, and adding to TCN. What would you do to high grade this mixture?

Thanks for your insight,
Paul J

Q: Between Exco and Linamar, which one would you recommend to buy at the current level? It looks Linamar shows a lower forward P/E.
Pls give your thought, and thanks for your advice.
Pui

Q: Good morning,
I thought I submitted this yesterday, perhaps I didn't.
My question is about Slate Retail REIT, you commented on it last year saying it was early for this one. I'd appreciate your current views on this company? In this environment the USD revenue coming home looks attractive, as well as the dividend. Your thoughts? Thanks so much, Rod

Q: Hello Peter,
Looking at your reply on July 14 regarding Aliment Couche Tard, the company did miss on revenues and adjusted earnings, yet the stock held up fine. Constellation software has done exceptionally well; however, they had a slight miss on revenues and earnings. Can you shed light as to why investors may forgive one company but yet punish another when both are considered very solid companies (CSU is down 5 percent or so on the earnings release). Thanks

Q: Hi Team,

Do you mind commenting on MX's latest quarterly report?

Thank you.

Michael

Q: I have watched this stock plummet over the last few months and would like to know if you see value here? I have heard a overhaul is being looked at across all operations. Do you know the current cash position and if they can continue to pay the dividend? It looks to be heading toward the 2009 $11.00 -$12.50 area. Do you see deep value here. Thank you for your thoughts. Jason N.

Q: Good morning,
I would like to hear your thoughts on a switch from CTC.A to QSR. CTC has not done much for me and QSR seems to have momentum. There have been very few questions on QSR but I noticed you recommended it on a question by Herb on July 24. This is for a long term hold. Thanks for your always helpful responses.

Ted

Q: Hi 5i,
Seems like it has been all quiet on the EIF front and it has held in reasonably well relative to the turmoil in some other areas. I think they report in about 2 weeks. How lofty are the Street's expectations relative to how the company did on its last report? Is there anything in particular one should be watching for in the upcoming one? Thanks!

Q: I know that your primary focus is on growth stocks, of which Torstar is not one. But, i was wondering what your thoughts are regarding its recent acquisition of VerticalScope. You were happier about Torstar when it acquired some cash. But, some seem to think that they have squandered their cash with this purchase. It has dropped almost 12 percent today. But, the dividend yield is now also close to 12 percent. Looks tempting, even if there is not a lot of growth. So, in your view, are they positioning themselves for the future, as they say, or squandering their assets, as some others seem to think? And is it worth buying now or better to wait to see what happens?
Tanks for the great service, as always

Q: Can you comment on the federal reserve's decision today? I think it is mostly expected, but what kind of affect would it have on the market? Specifically for Canada as it appears we're heading the opposite direction and China with its growth concerns. Will it have an impact on the commodities sector as a whole given that Canada is heavily weighted in commodities?

Q: A family member asked for some advice on what to do with sinking shares of Cenovus, in order to preserve capital, after a 50% loss. In the medium term, I thought it might be safe to park the money in Boralex, BLX, with no excessive volatility, and a decent yield, and showing some signs of growth. He would like to recapture some of its losses, since this is within an RSP. Something relatively "safe" but still growing. What are your thoughts? Would this be a wise choice? Any other suggestions would be most appreciated. Thank you, as always.

Q: Hi, could you please comment on CGI earnings release of Today morning? Thanks

Q: I sold my position on ENB (made a 17% profit)and purchased half positions in Fiera and Ag Growth..I plan to repurchase ENB after the utilities and commodities sector improves. Because my thinking was FSZ and Ag have more chance of growing in the short term of the next 1 to two years. Do you agree with this approach?

Q: My question is regarding TSL (Tree Island Steel) who today released 2nd quarter results.Could you please comment on the latest numbers ? Please state pros and cons with regards to this company being the great entity it once was prior to the housing collapse of '08. Would you know what % of their sales is derived from residential, commercial , industrial & agricultural sectors ? are they as vulnerable to the Chinese dumping very cheap fasteners on the market today as they were in their heyday ? thanx Norm

Q: I appreciate a comment about this stock and why is going down daily.thank you.ebrahim

Q: Why the dramatic drop in share price? Thanks, Austin

Q: Hi Peter & Team: Does you answer to Dennis on July 20 still stand? The stock keeps going down lately. Thank you.