Investment Q&A

Q: When determining geographic allocation of a portfolio, is it more appropriate to categorize a company based on where the majority of they business is transacted rather than where they are domiciled?

For example, is New Flyer better classified as US for geographic allocation purposes since 90% of their revenue currently comes from the US, or BAM.A as international since 90.4% of their assets under management are outside of Canada and spread across the world?

Also along these lines, is it worth the (very small) effort to sub-allocate companies that have meaningful exposure to more than one broad geographic area, e.g. classify approx. 1/2 of BNS as Canadian and 1/2 as emerging markets based on their business operations?

I ask this in the context of your previous comments that a 45%/35%/15%/5% CAD/US/INTL/EM allocation is appropriate for an average Canadian investor. Thanks as always for your sapient and perspicuous advice!

Q: Hi,
My retired father holds the above stocks in a TFSA in equal positions. I'm looking to add one or two more stocks with the 2018 TFSA contribution. Any suggestions?

Thanks,

Q: Good Evening,

I am currently light on financials. I have a 2.8% position in SLF, 3.4% position in BNS and a 2.6% position in GSY. Would you recommend adding to these, or starting a position in ECN or something else. I am a long term investor who doesn't mind some risk.

Thanks,
Janet

Q: Hello Peter and team,
Further to my question you just answered on my grandaughter's RESP, I'm thinking of selling GSY (its up nicely) and buying a bank stock like BNS. I am concerned as there are are no large caps in the portfolio. What are your thoughts on this? Thank you.

Q: Hi,

If the tsx were to go through a 15-20% correct in 2018, what five or six dividend paying companies do you feel would hold up best, irregardless of sector?

Regards,

Robert

Q: I have 30k to invest and am looking for something with low volatility and a good dividend and decent growth. Oh these tree which would you choose?

Q: Why is BNS the Canadian bank you seem to be recommending as of late?

Q: I am investing the 52000 plus whatever the amount is for 2018 in my wife's TFSA. With a 10-15 year time-frame might I be considering a couple of quality ETF's or would you advise the purchase of 5 or 6 quality stocks? What might you suggest to consider? She does like the Dollarama idea which you recently recommended. Also would you recommend holding off until the new year to get the ball rolling or invest now? Thanks

Q: Would appreciate your recommendation on three large cap CAD equities with limited downside potential that have increasing profits and cash flow and dividends for a short term investment of 4 mo

Q: Hi , Peter what canadian bank would you buy today kind of park for an year. Thanks. Alnoor

Q: Can you recommend 5 stocks which have high growth potential, but currently undervalued or not over-valued for 3 - 5 years hold ? These stocks can be in any sector and can be Canadian or US .
Thanks

Q: Hello Peter,
I hold a balanced total portfolio across my TFSA, RRSP and non-registered accounts. I keep my highest dividend payers in my non-registered and currently have them on DRIPs. Are there any of theese that you don't think should be on DRIP because they are too risky?

ALA, KWH.UN, FTS, BNS, SLF, GS, NWH.UN, ECI, EIF, BCE

Q: Compared to historcrical how does BNS look at present? fair value?

Q: WE HOLD THE ABOVE STOCKS IN OUR CHILDS RESP AND HAVE A FEW THOUSAND TO ADD, WE WONDER SHOULD WE ADD TO ONE OF THE ABOVE OR ADD AN ADDITIONAL STOCK. SHE HOLDS ABOUT 10% OF EACH

Q: On Nov 28,BNS reported EPS of $1.65 vs $1.66 expected(e) plus offer to buy BBVA for $2.2b.For comparison purposes,CM(2.81 vs 2.59e),TD(1.36 vs 1.39e),RY(1.92 vs 1.87e) & NA(1.40 vs 1.38e).BMO reports on Dec 5.Reportedly,these banks are spending heavily on technology,& at the same time cutting costs.Heard through the grapevine that CM is revamping its system in order to increase both top & bottom line. Please comment on aforementioned offer by BNS.Is BNS still your top pick of the Canadian banks?Thanks for u usual great services & views.

Q: Hi 5i,
We (senior investors and drawing from portfolios) have $173,000 in 2 TFSA accounts. We have $32,000 cash available in these accounts. Accounts currently hold AC, KXS, NFI, PHO, SIS, SHOP, and fixed income XBB and XHY. What would you suggest I look at to add to this mix at this time for long term holds. No cash is drawn from either TFSA .
Best Regards,
Ted

Q: I am trying to decide which of these financial companies to invest in. Which has the best growth outlook for the next one to two years? Or would recommend another company.

Q: For a "well diversified portfolio" and "Forever" holdings in Financial Sector, what would be your top 2 choices long-term [5 years] - assume 1 bank and 1 Alternative Finance, but your call. Looking for growth at a reasonable price.

Q: I've had a large gain in First Services and considering paring it back and investing the proceeds into BNS 385. Your opinion please. Thank you. Bob

Q: Please comment on earnings? Thx