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Q: In my self directed margin account I have two calls:
1)50 calls of CPG C 21 JAN22, $3.00 that I paid .61c.
2)75 calls of CPG C 21 JAN 22, $4.00 that I paid .81c.
These calls don't expire till January and I have lots of room in my account to either cover them with margin, or sell another stock to cover, or sell the Calls outright. Of the choices listed, or something I am missing, is there any strategy to maximize my capital gains and/or minimize my taxes owing?
Thank you, Gord
Read Answer Asked by gord on July 12, 2021
Q: I have heard that one of the things that is a strong indicator a stock will outperform the market is the initiation of a dividend for the 1st time. I believe it may have been Peter who mentioned this on MarketCall. Parex announced Wednesday evening that they are initiating a dividend for the 1st time. I'm wondering what degree of outperformance you typically see from a company that begins paying a dividend, and how long does that outperformance typically last.
Read Answer Asked by Dan on July 09, 2021
Q: I keep an occasional eye on Twin Butte (TBE), now delisted, bankrupt, and a bad memory. There continues to be occasional OTC trades in this company.

The last time I asked about it you thought that they could be the closing of short positions, or speculators hoping to derive some value.

On July 8 100,000 shares were traded at $0.003. $300 may not be much in stock trade terms, but it would buy a lot of beer and pizza.

Who would pay $300 for shares in this company? Is there some residual value that may be languishing?

Maybe I should trade my last shares for a couple of slices.
Read Answer Asked by Dano on July 09, 2021
Q: I have heard we can expect to pay more to fill up at the pumps. Are you more bullish on oil or gasoline? If you are more bullish on gas oriented companies, what companies would you recommend?
Read Answer Asked by Steven on July 08, 2021
Q: I am down about 38% on TPI composites should I hold or move on. Thank You, Peter
Read Answer Asked by Peter on July 07, 2021
Q: Hi 5i Team - Could you provide an update on the fundamentals of Green Power Motor Company. Also your opinion on its growth prospects and whether now is a good time to start a small position. Are there a couple of other similar companies that might provide better opportunities.

Thank you as always for the excellent service!
Read Answer Asked by Rob on July 07, 2021
Q: Few of my international holdings pay dividends and in trying to correct that, I thought of adding SDIV as a new holding. I have the following questions or concern:
1. Many companies held in the ETF are on not that large (for the type of internatinal business a Canadian might want to risk); and
2. SDIV also underweights quality and momentum.

Notwithstanding the above concerns, would you say the ETF is worth adding as part of one's holdings outside North America? Please comment on SDIV, but if you have other ETFs you prefer, kindly advise). Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Adam on July 07, 2021
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