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Q: Hello,

Previously I asked about a stock I hold Sucampo (SCMP) because the stock had decline 30% and I couldn't find a reason why. You kindly looked into the stock and concluded the same. Recent earning were good but didn't impact the stock price.

My question is, should you hold on to a stock that the market doesn't seem to like?
Read Answer Asked by Sunita on August 31, 2013
Q: EAT, NYSE, very high ROE of 71%, low payout ration, committed to buying back a huge portion of their shares and appears to increase dividends nominally every year. Would you buy here for a long-term hold?
Where does one go to get unbiased research on USA listed companies?
Thank you,
J
Read Answer Asked by James on August 28, 2013
Q: Sorry, it was Blackstone (BX-NYSE) that I meant to ask about. Biox also sounds interesting but a very different sort of investment.
Regards, Gail
Read Answer Asked by Gail on August 28, 2013
Q: TEVA has been a holding of mine for several years and has been the epitome of dead money. There's certainly been no growth and I wonder is the true PE 8X or 80X as some have it? Can you recommend an U.S. ETF that would represent the industry bearing in mind that I also hold Pfizer?

I note that Valeant is now in the top ten of large cap Canadian companies and do you think it can overtake companies higher up on the list such as Enbridge? Thanks, J.
Read Answer Asked by Jeff on August 27, 2013
Q: OZM "Och-Ziff Capital Management Group" has an unusual high dividend payout. What do you think of the company and do you think the dividend is sustainable.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Saad on August 26, 2013
Q: Hello 5i,

What are your thoughts on the cloud computing sector? After IBM recently bought softlayer - Do you foresee more takeovers in the near future?

As a side note it would be helpful on the website to have a search function that isn't restricted to a stock symbol only.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on August 24, 2013
Q: Hello 5i Team. I am thinking at purchasing KKR and GS and would appreciate your opinion on these two US stocks.
Read Answer Asked by John on August 22, 2013
Q: Hi Peter and Team,

Quick thoughts on McDermott International, MDR. seems they have a nice backlog in projects, insider recently bought and trading at BV.
Read Answer Asked by Graham on August 21, 2013
Q: hi folks,can I please ask your opinion on halcon resources hk/nyse,touched 52 wk low,is this worth a play or avoid,thx jb
Read Answer Asked by John on August 19, 2013
Q: I had an open order to sell 200 MSFT at 33 and it traded up to 33.36 after the order was entered but the broker didn't fill the order because the high temporary "spike" price was only available to institutions, not retail. Does this sound like a plausible excuse or do I have a complaint that I should elevate? Thanks, J.
Read Answer Asked by Jeff on August 19, 2013
Q: Hello Peter and Team,

Quick thoughts on Faro Technologies, FARO, and how they are positioned to take advantage of the supposedly rapid expanding 3D printing world. Also, a quick comment on their financials and value would also be appreciated. And if you are familiar with the 3D printing world, what company would be your best bet in this growing field.
Read Answer Asked by Graham on August 19, 2013
Q: Good Day. On July 29th, Haliburton (HAL) announced a 'modified dutch auction' in order to re-purchase shares. Are there specific advantages in this process as opposed to a regular re-purchase of stock?
Can I have your outlook on HAL for the next 2 to 5 years.
Finally, any plans for a US Model Portfolio that I see is in place for Canadian securities.

thanks,
Read Answer Asked by g on August 19, 2013
Q: Hi Team,

If you don't mind, looking for 2-3 growth US names with good medium term potential.
Small to mid cap. Higher risk tolerance...
Read Answer Asked by Dominic on August 18, 2013
Q: Hi,I have picked up great profits from JNJ (50%) and GIS (40%)
but I think a substantial market correction is coming.
Should I sell these 2 stocks and buy back in on the dip with the likes of these 2 or MCD,DIS,CL,GE,DD,BNS,for example?
I know it goes against the premise of "Keep the good and sell the bad but those profits are very tempting. By the way, I also hold FSZ and CGX, 2 of your recommendations, but I see those as growth stories that will keep climbing - keep up the good work.
Regards. Robert
Read Answer Asked by Robert on August 17, 2013
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