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Q: Hello Peter & 5i team,
A few small queries:
1) BNS is in the balanced portfolio and yet it is the worst performing of the big 6 (3.8% 5-yr compound total return vs 10.6% for TD and 10.4% for Royal)
2) You switched Stantec for WSP Global last year; why not own a half position in both (for a chicken like me)?
3) For an indirect exposure to the US residential housing, I'm debating between Interfor and Western Forest; which would you suggest? (or should I be a chicken here too and own both?)
Thanks,
Antoine
A few small queries:
1) BNS is in the balanced portfolio and yet it is the worst performing of the big 6 (3.8% 5-yr compound total return vs 10.6% for TD and 10.4% for Royal)
2) You switched Stantec for WSP Global last year; why not own a half position in both (for a chicken like me)?
3) For an indirect exposure to the US residential housing, I'm debating between Interfor and Western Forest; which would you suggest? (or should I be a chicken here too and own both?)
Thanks,
Antoine
Q: Hi guys, wondering which sector or sectors as of the new year , has been seeing the most money inflows in both Canada and the Us. Also any recommendations for tech companies in the Us?
Many thanks for your service
Many thanks for your service
Q: any news for this company? the share price dropped over 6% so far today.
Thanks,
Lin
Thanks,
Lin
Q: Hi Peter
Why when running stock screens under criteria in which you know certain stocks should pass,they don't come up,I notice this happens quite often.
The free screen I have been using is at Zacks, I find the large selection of criteria to be better than most.
I subscribe to both Morningstar & The Globe & Mail and find their stock screens lousy.The Globe Investor Gold advanced filter screen was the best, but they closed it down because it was to costly to Maintain.
Gord
Why when running stock screens under criteria in which you know certain stocks should pass,they don't come up,I notice this happens quite often.
The free screen I have been using is at Zacks, I find the large selection of criteria to be better than most.
I subscribe to both Morningstar & The Globe & Mail and find their stock screens lousy.The Globe Investor Gold advanced filter screen was the best, but they closed it down because it was to costly to Maintain.
Gord
Q: In your post about sustainable dividends please explain what is meant by CAGR, CFO, PCT and LFY. Thanks.
Q: Hi Guys, I'm a little nervous to start the New Year. What are your favorite defensive stocks right now in the healthcare, staples, utilities, telecom space etc..maybe get cautious and collect some dividends for a period of time until the global economy markets settle in a bit.
Thank-you.
Thank-you.
Q: Hello Peter & Co,
In my previous question, I was enquiring about exposure to the US Housing sector to add to a position I already hold with TCN; in your response you mentioned a few REITs but I was surprised that you did not mention any of the Canadian lumber companies such as Interfor or Western Forest.
Needless to say that I greatly value your opinion
Antoine
In my previous question, I was enquiring about exposure to the US Housing sector to add to a position I already hold with TCN; in your response you mentioned a few REITs but I was surprised that you did not mention any of the Canadian lumber companies such as Interfor or Western Forest.
Needless to say that I greatly value your opinion
Antoine
Q: I see the Globe and Mail has an article about CAE. They say that CAE will benefit from increased defence spending . Would this be a good time to invest with CAE. looking at putting it in my TFSA.
Q: Happy New Year! Thank You for the great service. I hold HCG, BAD and ACQ in my TFSA. All 3 have losses ranging 40% to 47%. I'm a buy and hold type of investor and not looking at selling my positions. What is your long term outlook for these stocks (greater than 5 years).
Thanks
Kevin
Thanks
Kevin
Q: Hello Peter and the 5I team
I am wondering about HLF as a good value pick at the moment. But I notice that the low canadian currency seems to effect them negatively, since I believe that the canadian currency will continue to be weak should I stay away from this stock? What is your general feel for this stock ? Is the div safe? Another stock I am considering is AD. Is the div safe with this stock? I realize that these 2 stocks are very different but if you had to pick one which would you pick and why.
Thank you
I am wondering about HLF as a good value pick at the moment. But I notice that the low canadian currency seems to effect them negatively, since I believe that the canadian currency will continue to be weak should I stay away from this stock? What is your general feel for this stock ? Is the div safe? Another stock I am considering is AD. Is the div safe with this stock? I realize that these 2 stocks are very different but if you had to pick one which would you pick and why.
Thank you
Q: WSP dropped fr $49.18 high in 8/15 to current $40.65.MG fr $74 high in 6/15 to $54.35,Are this good entry points in this voliate,neverous & poor market.Appreciate your normal great services & views
Q: Good Morning Pete and Ryan,
I've been sifting through some beaten up stocks and was wondering which of these two you would prefer. The valuation metrics on both are pretty compelling, so I'm having a hard time deciding. I know EMP is having some integration issues, but so did Loblaws and look where they are now. HCG seems to be suffering from "fear" about the housing market. Would you start a half-position in each, or is there one you would prefer over the other?
I've been sifting through some beaten up stocks and was wondering which of these two you would prefer. The valuation metrics on both are pretty compelling, so I'm having a hard time deciding. I know EMP is having some integration issues, but so did Loblaws and look where they are now. HCG seems to be suffering from "fear" about the housing market. Would you start a half-position in each, or is there one you would prefer over the other?
Q: I own CSU, KXS, TNC (small weighting) and SYZ. If any, which of the above tech companies would be best to add or replace at this time?
Q: Your opinion on whether Metro or Loblaw would be a better investment?
Thanks
Thanks
Q: Could you please comment on the aqusitions of CCL and MG. Thank you.
Q: Hello, Curious about NFI being added to your coverage soon? How would you rate the company currently? The chart is certainly interesting, your thoughts on the company going forward?
Thanks, Lavern
p.s. Very happy with my portfolio after a few years of following your recommendations, keep up the good work!
Thanks, Lavern
p.s. Very happy with my portfolio after a few years of following your recommendations, keep up the good work!
Q: I have looked all thru the website looking for the blog on options and the questions pertaining to it. Could you point me in the right direction? Thanks Ron
Q: Hi Peter
I have a bunch of losers in my well diversified portfolio, specifically BDI, FRC, FM, SGY, WCP and YRI. My question is which stock(s) would you keep (and why) and of the stocks that you would you would sell (if any), what stock would you replace it with? I am thinking a 2-3yr timeframe, am ok with risk, dividend would be a bonus but not necessary and any industry is fine. Thanks and dock as may credits from my account as you deem necessary.
I have a bunch of losers in my well diversified portfolio, specifically BDI, FRC, FM, SGY, WCP and YRI. My question is which stock(s) would you keep (and why) and of the stocks that you would you would sell (if any), what stock would you replace it with? I am thinking a 2-3yr timeframe, am ok with risk, dividend would be a bonus but not necessary and any industry is fine. Thanks and dock as may credits from my account as you deem necessary.
Q: Peter, on a pure risk vs reward basis, and given today's market activity, which of the above would you suggest for an acquisition in a TFSA for a long-term (5+ years) period?
Thanks, James
Thanks, James