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Investment Q&A

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Q: David Berman published an interesting article on the need for a massive new infrastructure to supply electricity for the green revolution that is forthcoming. A great way to play this is with utility stocks. Do you believe in his theory?....it seems to make sense. Could you comment? And what are a few good stocks that would benefit if this theory plays out as he sees it? Thanks Ron
Read Answer Asked by Ronald on May 26, 2021
Q: I hold Eric's Energy Fund (NPP314) in my TFSA and have averaged down multiple times in the past. I understood I was probably catching a falling knife, but I believed in his expertise and was also building a position. Now I am up roughly 20% and believe there is more room for his Fund to run. NPP314 represents about 40% of my energy exposure. Most of the balance is held within my ETF exposures (CDZ, ZWC, etc.).

With the recent creation of Eric's ETF (NNRG), what do you recommend? Should I wait until the ETF has been around for a while (like you recommend for other new ETFs) or should I just switch now? What are the Pros vs Cons (aside from the 2.5% vs 1.5% fee that I see in the May 18/21 question)? Will the holdings be identical? Could you please add NNRG to your data base...thanks.

Thanks for your help...Steve
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on May 26, 2021
Q: Parex news reports. in addition to mentioning the impressive buyback program, have been referring to Columbian riots that have been impacting its ability to distribute its product. I don't anticipate any big insights on Columbian politics but has Parex released any news that might indicate whether the recent declines are more opportunity than "imminent collapse"?
Read Answer Asked by David on May 26, 2021
Q: I own this stock because they are the lowest cost gas producer in Canada and I always thought LNG was a no brainer and would get built in B.C. Today only one facility looks like it will be completed and gas seems a lot less attractive without the possibility of LNG. Is it time to move on although gas stocks still seem cheap? This is my only energy stock. THANKYOU
Read Answer Asked by John on May 26, 2021
Q: Hi team,
This company is very successful in the percentage of drilled wells, has paid of a large portion of it's debt, pays a healthy 6.2% dividend and is now being recommended as a very undervalued play by Motley fool, but who is being "fooled" as the stock price languishes? Would you recommend entering at this price for a two to three year hold?
Many thanks,
Jean
Read Answer Asked by Jean on May 21, 2021
Q: As a recovery play, 3-5 year hold, how do you favour BP vs peers (dividend stability & capital appreciation). Also, do you see BP moving toward alternative/green forms of energy in a meaningful way to keep pace with the new world of green energy.
Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Harry on May 20, 2021
Q: Hi team,
What are your thoughts on this companies latest quater? Their debt level has been reduced, the dividend yield is at 6% ,but the share price keeps sliding from week to week.Seems like a very cheap stock ,but what would be the catalysts for it's share price to appreciate and attract investors? Many thanks,
Jean
Read Answer Asked by Jean on May 20, 2021
Q: Hello, and thank you, to all of the 5i Team for the insightful investment advice!
I will be selling some Pembina Pipeline shares within a year’s time frame. Do you see any short term upside for the PPL share price, or will they most likely encounter some resistance at the $40 level, and stay range bound without some major mover? Thanks in advance!
Rod
Read Answer Asked by Rod on May 19, 2021
Q: Good Morning 5i,
I would appreciate knowing your outlook for Gibson Energy (GEI). In the past couple of months there was an article in the Globe & Mail that there could be more to come on the M&A front. It listed several companies that could be up for sale and GEI was one. The article said that GEI management was looking out to improve shareholder value and company sale (not just assets) wasn't out of the question. Since then GEI has become the first energy company in North America to link it's credit facility to meeting sustainability objectives. The stock has not performed as well as other energy stocks during this time and I have continued to hold it for the potential takeover aspect. Do you consider a take over is possible and if so, what companies do you consider would be potential candidates to takeover GEI? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Gordon on May 19, 2021
Q: I am rebalancing and need to add Material equities to my portfolio. Currently my only holding in that sector is MX:CA. Materials will represent 13% of the portfolio equal to my energy allotment. Generally speaking should I dispose of MX (because it is more or less energy focused)and start from scratch for sector investment? Can you provide some guidance on companies to check out? I have a 3-5 year horizon and like dividends.
Read Answer Asked by Robert on May 18, 2021