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Q: How does fall in GBP effect Magna International. It looks like Europe sales are increasing quarter over quarter.. will upcoming quarter hurt the numbers because of fall in GBP? Even though they're hedging? First 2 Quarters - average of 1.42-43.. 3rd Quarter looks to be below 1.3. Or will it be delayed?
Read Answer Asked by Mohammed on October 20, 2016
Q: Hi 5i Research team, I just read your recent report on Magna. What would be the impact on Magna revenues and profitability (eps), if tomorrow there were only electric cars produced worldwide? According to you, if the S&P/TSX is trading at a 17x forward eps, at what p/e multiple should Magna trade? Is Magna a stock we buy, put in a drawer and look at a few years later? On a long term basis, in which company (Magna, Linamar, Martinerea, Exco) would you be more comfortable investing in and then leaving for a deserted island for 5 years? Thank you, Eric
Read Answer Asked by Eric on October 14, 2016
Q: I am looking at my Cons. Disc and my Industrial sectors. I consider MG and BYD.un to be a hybrid between these two sectors, but I am not sure that you would agree. I have full positions in AYA, MG and BYD.UN and half positions in KBL and NFI, having recently sold WSP. I have 3% cash to deploy and I am thinking of adding a pure C. Disc. stock. Would you agree with this and what stocks would you recommend I look at? Thanks for such a great service! I have signed on for my 4th year.
Read Answer Asked by stephen on September 27, 2016
Q: HI Peter. Thanks for your great service. My question today is I am going to sell RBF 1340 formerly PHN bond. I would like to replace it with stocks that consistently and regularly increase their dividend for the past 5,10 ++ years. They would be inside a rrsp fund. I have a company pension and receive cpp and oas. Please suggest 5 to 6 stocks. Thanks Frank
Read Answer Asked by Frank on September 26, 2016
Q: Recently, there has been much in the news about improved Canada-China relations, and the Liberal government pursuing a free trade deal with China. As it appears that more business opportunities are on the horizon (e.g., SNC-Lavelin, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board), what Canadian ETFs or specific stocks I should be considering?
Read Answer Asked by Jean on September 26, 2016
Q: Self driving cars appear to be in our future. Which companies are involved in developing the control systems for such vehicles? If we believe in the concept, are there stocks that you would recommend? I assume Magna (which you seem to like) will certainly be involved in general parts supply. Do you know if they are involved in the controls as well.

Thanks for all you do.
Read Answer Asked by Dave on September 15, 2016
Q: I have been looking at MG for awhile and was wondering why the stock has fallen over the past 1.5 years? The dividend payout has risen over the past 4 years and they have very low dept. The returns on asset, equity, and capital are also consistently high over the past 5 years.

Is this simply investors being tired or is there something else, and would it be a good time to enter?

Thank You,
Andrew
Read Answer Asked by Andrew on September 09, 2016
Q: I am trying to balance out my portfolio sector weightings and am having trouble classifying where these 3 companies should go. I have all 3 of them as "Manufacturing and/or Industrial" whereas you have BOS and MG as "Consumer Cyclicals" and BDI as "Energy". Can it be argued that these are Industrials or should I just stick with your sector classifications?
Read Answer Asked by Sandy on September 07, 2016
Q: Hello Gentleman

I presently hold a half position in MG in my cash account. While recognizing it is a good holding, it seems to be rather flat of late. I am considering selling MG and replacing it with BYD.UN.

I am a conservative investor with a well-balanced portfolio. Your thoughts please.

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on September 06, 2016
Q: Hi, I am a value investor and note that Auto parts makers are trading at historically low multiples even though earnings growth appears intact. Can I have your favorite of MG, LNR and MRE with respect to the best 18 month to 3 year return.
Read Answer Asked by Uthaman on August 17, 2016
Q: Hello Peter and Co.
On your guidance I have unloaded CXR. I hold MG and DH, 2 stocks that have had bad years but I still feel are solid companies. I am thinking of adding to these as their valuations seem pretty good right now and I have done well in the past adding to good companies when they're down a bit. What do you think? cheers
Read Answer Asked by Andrew on August 12, 2016
Q: Good Morning
Magna and Exco make up about 9% of my registered account. I would like to add New Flyer based on your comments. Would you endorse a switch from XTC to NFI? Do you see NFI as auto related? I am concerned with my sector exposure.

Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Marty on August 05, 2016
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