Investment Q&A

Q: I thought CVS was a reasonably good value at or below its recent price in the mid-70 dollars. It reported results today February 16, and tumbled ~ 5%. Before release of those latest results, I had calculated ROE just under 15% and PEG at ~2.4. (1) Do you have updates to key metrics, in addition to the above-noted ones (incorporating the latest results). (2) CVS’ acquisition of Aetna did cause indigestion, but I thought things were much better now. Not so? (3) I had also thought CVS’ participation in the administration of vaccines would very likely enhance impulse sales also. I am wrong on that too? ( So far, I am scoring zero out of 10, yes?)

Am I wrong about CVS? If it is not worth adding to my position, should I sell or leave my half position in peace for now and just monitor?

Q: I have been pruning my tech stocks .they have been good to me.
i like to add one financial i own TDand JPM . SAY between SL and Intacf whih is a better fit/
One healthcare . i ownISRG ABBVIE and the Sk bone fixing .
i am considering CVS or X,,, the animal Co split from Pfizer Apologise

Q: Hi I am a holder of CVS. Within the past few weeks the price has risen sharply from mid-60.00 to 72.00 range on 2 occasions. First time was on vaccine news but dropped sharply a few days later on Amazon announcement of online drug sales. Within the past week it’s back today at 72.52. Are there underlying fundamentals to take it higher, and/or do you think their “full service” health service model will be involved with the vaccine rollout and administration and hence share price continue to move higher? Thanks

Q: I am looking to add energy and health care coverage in my portfolio and am considering DUK, MDT. CVS, and XLV. Would these companies be at the top of your consideration list in their respective spaces. Is now an acceptable time to purchase or might it be prudent to await the fallout in the coming week after last week's corrective activity?

Q: I have been following CVS for several years now, and currently hold a half position. During the past Q they were able to top analyst estimates for both revenue and EPS. They are also paying down their debt due to the purchase of Aetna. What do you think of their future prospects as a dividend income investment with some stock price appreciation?

Q: Hello
I have owned CVS for a approx two years. I am down just over 10%.
Although rumors of Amazon opening up online pharmacy seemed to have died down. Debt I think (correct me if I am wrong)is holding the stock price down?

I am thinking of dumping it for Medtronics although it is a completely different business although still related to health care. I think more chance of stock price upside?

Can I have your opinion on this change?
Thanks
Stephane

Q: Jeffries has stated that rebound candidates in the market are CRM, CTSH, EMN, CVS, WBA - could you give me an opinion on these candidates?
Seeking Alpha mentioned an expert (I didn't catch his name) predicting that the S& P 500 will hit 2300 before recovering. Your opinion on that? Thanks for being around during this crisis.

Q: Ignoring taxes, cash requirements and sector allocation, on a straight-up basis, for a minimum of a one year hold, which of the following would it be prudent to currently sell, buy, or hold? Thank you.

Q: Hello 5I; Microsoft has had a very successful run; it is hard to argue with success but some commentators on BNN have suggested it has now reached a bit of a top and will not continue to rise. Other BNN commentators have pointed to CVS as being good value and past their problems. I am thinking of a switch. Can you analyze the prospects for these two and provide your thoughts on this idea. Thanks for your excellent service.

Q: Hi,

I'm looking for 2 lo-volatility US healthcare picks for the next few years, can you choose one of these (CNC, WCG, UNH, AET, CVS, CI, ANTM,HCP) or any others you prefer?

Second question is there an area of healthcare you think I should stay away from for the next (probably volatile) year?

Q: When responding to a recent question you said that CVS was a low growth /high risk investment. I own the shares , having purchased them not too long ago around $61 a share, and did not consider the company this way . Yes there is debt. However my thought is that the recent acquisition of Aetna made the company better with modest EPS improvements in 2021 and higher the following year. As the market recognizes that the company is better positioned with Aetna , my expectation is that shares will continue to trend higher over the next 12 to 18 months. Shares currently trade at a very low PE multiple. Can you please provide you rationale for your assessment

Q: I am considering these companies to buy on 3-yr. time frame. Moderate risk tolerance.
Could you please rate them, separately, in terms of !. Risk 2. Growth potential ( MX and MG Canadian). Take credits accordingly. Thanks Jim

Q: Am thinking of selling JNJ due to ongoing legal issues and replacing with either CVS or RTN. I have other health care exposure with ABT and BMY but nothing in defence sector. Thoughts?

Q: Hello
Could you comment on CVS and AIG following recent earnings?
Regarding Amazons possible entry into Health market (online pharmacy I believe), has there been any recent news on that?

Thank you
Stephane

Q: What is your opinion on CVS? Is it a buy for long terms (3 years)?

Q: Hello,
I dont have a stock in health sector and I was looking for CVS. Valuation is cheap and their first quarter result is also good.Do you think it is good time to get into this now or do you have other better stocks to recommend.Im looking for 3 yr horizon?

Thanks for your advice.

Q: Hello team,

In your answer to Peter, you listed the above companies for a healthcare watch list. Sorry to corner you by asking about your favorite and why?

CVS is cheap and has long-term promise, but I bet your choice will be between ANTM and HUM based on management. Will you endorse both for purchase in the near future? Why or why not?

Or will you prefer something completely outside this list?

Many thanks for your invaluable objectivity and guidance!

Q: I would like to start a watch list for US health care companies that have been hit this year but are good for the longer term.
Thank You, Peter

Q: What is your opinion of this company?

Q: I have been looking at CVS in the last few days as a long term hold, the dividend is quite attractive. The share price has dropped to what looks like a 5 year low, the Forward PE is at 8.6. How would you evaluate the long term prospects of CVS? Could the large merger it has gone through make future dividend increases doubtful?