Investment Q&A

Q: I like the Brookfield entities and have held them, in various forms, for well over a decade. I want to also like BEP, however, I don't understand something - their cash flow per unit has only increased by about 3% on average over the last three to four years. How can they and the market expect the kind of returns that many are anticipating (e.g. Scotia - 29% including 7.2% distribution) when the multiple isn't that compressed and the free cash flow isn't really growing? Thanks for the great service!

Q: Question: Do you follow any solar and wind energy companies that would benefit from future trends away from fossil fuels?
Would appreciate your comments.
Thanks

Q: Peter and Team,

With the environmental regulation changes happening in Alberta and the seemingly relentless drive of public policy toward a "carbon free future" at any cost, doesn't it seem like the writing is on the wall for a company like BEP.UN to move higher over time? Do you think the market will recognize this?

Q: What do you think of their Rate reset Pref Ser7. 5.5% is their offer. Came through Scotia iTrade. May not get the quantity that one requests. Worth buying? Safe for 5 years?
On an another note, I know that they will return the original 25 $ in 5 years even if it goes down. But what if the shares appreciate?

Q: First, in your response to the question about pipeline holdings, you mentioned Pembina raised their dividend this year. Did you mean Interpipeline, which just raised theirs recently?
What is the future of Brookfield Renewables and how will solar impact it's use over the next decade? I want to put this into a RRSP and just keep it - nice dividend - but I don't want a dated product.
Thanks.

Q: AS PRESIDENT OBAMA SORT OF PROMOTE RENEWABLE ENERGY OVER FOSSIL FUELS,I'M DISAPOINTED BY TODAY BEP HAIR CUT,I'M 72 AND 6% OF MY RETIREMENT PORTFOLIO ACCORDING TO 5I INCOME CRITERIA IS INVESTED WITH THIS SINKING BOAT,NEWERTHELESS HOW YUSTIFY A PE.OF 164,COULD YOU PLEASE EXPLAIN.
THANK YOU TO PETER & TEAM

Q: Q3 results - comment please.

Q: Peter and Team,

My portfolio is largely in line with the balanced equity model portfolio. I currently have 3.9% of the portfolio in IPL. I wondering if I am better off keeping IPL or moving that money (and may be increasing the position to 5%) to Brookfield Renewable Power. It feels like the world is shifting to renewable regardless of economics and I am wondering if BEP will give me a better long term return than IPL. As a piece of side info, I hold stock in TransCanada as well.

Thanks for the input.

Marc

Q: Could you please comment why BEP has significantly underperformed most other renewable utility companies on a 3 month, YTD and YOY basis. Thanks.

Q: My comments about BPE are: In 2014 we used Turbo Tax (TT) to submit our taxes. TT increased my return twice in price until reaching their "Business Rate" because I had one form T5013 for BPE. My wife's return went through with no problem but when I submitted my return there was a statement issued "We're sorry the Canada Revenue Agency was unable to accept your NETFILE return".After trying to correct and send with no success I contacted CRA who directed me to a Tax Advisor. She tried and was unable to resolve and re-directed me to another Sr. Tax Advisor who also tried to resolve my/their problem with no success. He advised I contact TT.
After a long wait I did chat with someone from TT who gave me some vague answers with no specifics and ended our chat abruptly. At this time I decided to delete form T5013 from my return and file and submit the form later. CRA help desk advised I wait until receiving my Notice Of Assessment which I did. I then sent in form T5013 with a letter of explanation and was re-assessed. I don't need the hassle again and will never again use Turbo Tax. Regards Gord

Q: In an answer today you said that BEP.UN is not eligible for the dividend tax credit but indicated that POT is. I hold bep in a non-registered account. If it is not eligible I would consider it better for my RRSP. Is there a rule of thumb or a resource anywhere that can be used to figure this out.

Q: In my RRSP looking to swap ATCO for another utility. Soon to retire, looking for safety, income and maybe a little growth. My choices are FTS, CU, EMA and BEP.UN. Already have a little EMA. To my eyes it looks like BEP.UN with its juicy yield is the best choice. What do you think?

Q: I have no utiliies in my portfolio. I'd like to add one that is not overvalued and pays a good dividend that I can hold for the next 10-20 years. I've considered Brookfield Renewable or Fortis or Emera. Do you like any of these or prefer something else. I'd really like to only choose one.

Q: Lots of weakness for BEP. Any reason?

Thanks,

Robert

Q: will companies such as BEP.UN and BIP.UN be hurt with any rise in U.S. interest rates or are they safe long term holds for growth and dividend.

Q: Hello 5i:
Very interesting, in-depth article on BEP today. The author has gone into great detail (more detailed than 5i's report), both positive and negative on the company. Yes, he likes it, with high praise for management, execution and target shareholder returns. IF you're thinking of investing in BEP, or if you need a utility, please read this. Here is the link: http://seekingalpha.com/article/3251275-brookfield-renewable-energy-partners-l-p-a-great-mix-of-growth-and-dividends

Q: Hey Guys,

Thanks for the great service. Rising bond yields have recently put pressure on BREP. I agree with your assessment. Just wondering what your thoughts are on the company in a sustained higher rate environment? Would you think the cmpd 12% to 15% targeted return from them is feasible?

Trevor

Q: Hi,

I have a 6.5 % position in this stock and am underwater about 2%. What do you think of it long term? Buy, sell or hold?

Q: BEP.UN - T 0.6 36.15 · 36.22 0.1 36.15 -1.51 -4.0
I HAVE A LITTLE ANS LIKE IT. WOULD YOU ADD A LITTLE OR IS THERE A PROBLEM???? THIS IS (4%) BIGGER DROP THEN THE MARKET ON A BAD DAY ????
THANKS
YOSSI

Q: After analysis of my portfolio, and finally realizing that building a diversified portfolio is key to limiting risk as much as possible I've discovered that I need to add to the following sectors. Would you please suggest 2-3 companies that I could add to these sectors to help my diversification. Since I'm retired some yield and a company's ability to sustain and increase it would be helpful.
1. Utilities (currently 5% of portfolio) Already own BEP.UN
2. Industrials (currently 7% of portfolio) Already own BIN and WSP
3. Info Tech (currently 5% of portfolio) Already own ESL and XLK.US
4. Energy (currently 4% of portfolio)Already own HSE
5. Materials (currently 0% of portfolio) I own no companies
Thanks again for your guidance.