Investment Q&A

Q: I have held West Fraser for some time, sold to take out my original investment cost and have been holding the remainder for a few years wondering if or when housing demand will start to boost the lumber/panel prices.

I think now, or soon, is a time to consider adding a different company, near the bottom of the cycle in preparation for a trend of rising prices. Canfor is going to be challenged with BC fibre supply in the interior of BC as a result of fires and government policy, while Interfor has (I think) diversified nicely into the US; Canfor less so.

I already own Home Depot and would like to add another producer; Interfor, Canfor or a strong US producer. Your insights on your "top 2" companies would be appreciated.

As always, Thanks very much.

Dave

Q: Of these 3 companies, which one do you feel that has the most upside potential. I would appreciate if you would give some insight for your pick.



Earl

Q: My total holdings are highly diversified across the sectors. I have some cash in a USD RRSP so dividends and some growth is welcome. I am looking to RIO, TECK, WFG, WMB and CCJ for their respective thematic relevance over a 3 -5 yr hold and would appreciate your comments on your one or two more favoured of this list.

My thanks.

Q: In my total holdings, I am very well diversified across sectors (perhaps need to increase Industrials). Specifically, in an USD RRSP acc't, I am 20% cash after some adjustments (high-grading and trimming).

In this acc't, I am considering WFG, CCJ, RIO for the thematic and fundamental merits of each of the three. Which might hold the best growth possibilities going forward and why?

My thanks.

Q: Disregarding objectives/diversification etc, how would you rank these companies in order of buying right now (for steady growth)? If you think any (or all) should not be bought currently, just omit from your ordering. Thank you!