Investment Q&A

Q: Can you explain why this was down so much even after Warren Buffet made a sizeable investment? Is this because Buffet got a good deal? Why would the company do a move like this?

Q: I am using CPG as a proxy for VET.
Based on the recent Q&A, I assume you prefer VET over CPG going forward once the artificial loss window expires?
Reinstating the dividend should give it quite the pop. I'm guessing that it would be a priority for them, but not likely to happen anytime soon
Cheers.

Q: Hi. I would characterize myself as an income investor, but like many others am also trying to position myself for "conservative growth".

I currently hold 3% positions each in BIP, FTS, BEP and a 3.5% position in CPX. I also have a 4% position in ENB (I see it as a pseudo utility/energy).

I'm down about 5% on FTS and BEP, even on BIP and up 15% on CPX.

I'm thinking of selling FTS at a tax loss and picking up AQN for the higher dividend and what I see as better potential for growth.

I may consider adding FTS back in at a later date. What do you think of this strategy, or would I be better to leave things as is? Do you see BIP, BEP, AQN and CPX as having better growth potential in the next 1-3 years? What would be your recommendations given this mix of holdings?

Thank-you in advance.

Q: Natural gas is at its lowest level since 2009.
With employment and industry picking up, and interest in renewable and clean energy would investing in natural gas at this time be a good candidate for a contrarian move? Is HUN a good way to invest in this? Does it pay a dividend or Interest? Would you suggest a different way to invest in natural gas if HUN is not your favourite?
Thanks

Q: Invesco DWA Healthcare Momentum ETF
NASDAQ:PTH

Has done very well and achieved first quartile performance over five years, second quartile over 10 years. Didn't seem to attract any questions from members. Your opinion is much appreciated,

Thanks

Q: Hi Team
I am looking for a long term trend, not short term trade
I looked at the XEG (etf for oil & gas) for a 10 year period, it has lost money
and all the way back at 2001/2002 (18 years) ; it has lost money
given the current govt policy to discourage building pipelines to enable Canada to sell oil to other countries at the World market price and the general trend of attacking Alberta to have dirty oil, is there any scenario that could change the long term trend for an index etf like XEG ? I do hold some pipelines to generate dividends but I could sell the position of XEG and put them in pipelines to generate some dividends (primary goal)with hopes of some capital appreciation (secondary) instead of losing my capital
Thanks
Michael

Q: Hi, clarification, in a June 25th reply to Lawrence you listed CApital Power as a top three ranked stock in oil and gas midstream. isn’t it a power producer? Thanks.

Q: You consistently state that Enbridge is one of your favorites. Why? In light of the current anti-carbon sentiment of the general public and current sadsack government I am seriously considering selling. Sure the dividend is great, but in 5 years the stock price has declined from $60 to $40. What could possibly happen to have the price appreciate back up to the $60 level?

Q: Bonavista is doing a recapitalization transaction, it seem to have the approval of the majority of the creditor, do you believe this should help the stock to survive the energy crisis?

Q: What are your top three ranked stocks in oil and gas midstream.
Thanks.
LSM

Q: Teal Linde was on Market Call yesterday and he said that the canadian utilities like Algonquin have used their clean balance sheets to leverage and buy up US utilities over the past decade (since the 2008 crisis). He said that is mostly played out now and growth will be much more challenging. I suspect this may have played a part in aqn's weakness the past two days. More important: is there much growth left in AQN's future?? I have bought a variety of income stocks that have good growth prospects (for both cash flow and dividends), and benefitted greatly. One of them has been
AQN...but is that run over?

Q: hello
Today, would you favor a switch from TCW to Questor?
thanks

Q: A recent article in the Globe and Mail showed table of higher yielding stocks on the TSX and their payout ratios - showed CPX with a payout ratio of 250% - thought they had a payout ratio of approx. 50% - is that an error?? and is the dividend safe??

Q: I'm down 5o% on my VET shares. Hold on for a rebound or could you suggest a replacement or two looking for a dividend.

Q: Hi, if i want some canadian exposure to energy, do you believe I should take a basket approach ? Like I buy an equal position in those 4 stocks ? Do you think it could offer wide appreciation potential ? If you have a better suggestion or other stocks to propose, feel free. Thanks !

Q: How safe dividends of this royalty trust. Which of these two companies is a better purchase at current prices?

Thank you

Q: Aqn will be added to Tsx60 effective 6/22.Is it timely to start a new position?Or U prefer ENB? Txs for u usual great views & services

Q: I have some shares of Twin Butte (TBE) remaining in an RRSP. I see records of occasional transactions via my brokers interface, ie 18,541shares @ $0.01 on June 11 and other periodic transactions most months over the last year or so. What are these transactions?
Is there any reason to hang on to these shares? Is there any potential problems with retaining them?

Q: I am curious why the above energy infracstructure supposibly defensive due to their yields have been weak this week.
They took a hit today despite falling yields in cnd and
u.s. bond yields and a slight rise in wti and natural gas prices.

Q: Hello team,

Shares of VET in the US fell hard (by about 18%) on Thursday and another 2% after hours. I know oil is not doing well but isn't this a bit of an overreaction? Unless, something else is going on with the company. Anything material?

I have a full size position and wonder what the best course of action is: add, hold, or lighten up at a loss? I have a very long investment horizon and this is my only investment in oil.

Thanks a lot for your guidance especially in these crazy times.