Investment Q&A

Q: I have not been happy with NPI's performance for some time and yesterday's drop of >6% has not helped. I am now slightly in the red and looking for guidance. What caused the drop...and what is your prognosis for NPIs performance going forward? Ironically, the stock seems to be one of the few utility companies still rated as 'strong buy' by Morningstar. Given no tax consequences (in fact a small capital loss), would you be inclined to move on? And, if yes, what utility and/or energy company would you recommend that pays a dividend >3% with some growth. (SU, BEP, and BIPC already held.) Thank you.

Q: Like your opinion on NPI - realize that most alternative power companies are down & high interest rates affect them. Am a long term holder of NPI. What is your view for the next 1-3years - should I sell & look for a lower entry point or hold on?

Also, what are your forecasts for the Big 5 Cdn. Banks?

Thanks, Ross Siemms

Q: I have a very positive view on renewables, and these stocks are well down today. I have all three of them.
I'm undecided between adding more BEP.UN, which I like best, and NPI, which is more deeply discounted. Morningstar has NPI at five stars.
John

Q: Please sort the list if you were assigned a task of bottom fishing.
Firstly sort them (best to worst) in terms of growth perspective for next 3-5 years.
Secondly sort them from fundamentals/safety perspectives.
Ignore diversification.
Also feel free to add your own favorite bottomed pick.

Q: I'd like to build on Brian's question of July 24th regarding electrification. I have
a small position in Hammond and a couple of full positions in renewable power producers.

If you wanted to build a small sub-portfolio of stocks for the green energy trend, which companies (and how many) would you include? How much of a total portfolio might you allocate in this direction? Would you include a copper producer or consider this part of your materials allocation?

One area that seems to get very little discussion is companies that make systems to control electrical grids, and I think this will need some focus as generation becomes more distributed (e.g. rooftop solar all over the place). Suggestions in this area would be especially welcome if you think there are players worth consideration.

Thanks for your help, and for all the other people who ask public questions. I learn a lot from their queries!

Q: Price action and chart are very "disturbing". Long time holder wondering if it's time to move on?

Q: Thank you for your answer. You may not want to state a buy price or an attractive price range, but you have in a way dogged my question. If you think it is not “super attractive” at the moment, and I agree with you, that begs the question: at what price or range would you consider it attractive, super or not?

Q: Despite the debt and huge downgrade in forecasted EPS, NPI looks to be getting pretty cheap. Do you agree, and if not, what price do you believe puts it at a buy?

Q: Hello 5I team:These two are held in a retirement income tfsa. SPB down 26% and Northland power down 21%.Any thoughts sell or hold or combine both into better prospects? Thanks Larry

Q: Please you provide a brief comparison of these three. Which would be your preferred hold for the next 5- 10 years?

Thanks,

Mike

Q: CIA,CJR-B,NPI,PRMV,TWM,TIXT. CVS-N,MP-N, Witch one to sell and which stocks are underpriced today to replace.
Appreciate your opinion and expertise.

Q: I am looking at adding exposure to Renewables. I know you like Brookfield Renewable at current pricing, do you also like Northland Power at current prices. Is there another name you like in this space?

Thanks
Tim

Q: These 2 are presently held in an income oriented account. There are some funds to add to one of them. Which would you choose and why? Apart from the yield, do either have much prospect of some capital gain? Many thanks

Q: Do you think it's a good time to buy renewable energy or wait? For summer to end? For the recession to start? Can you give me list of your top 2 picks in the sector for both CDN and US markets over the next five years?

Q: Why has NPI dropped so much today , should I hold or sell.

Q: Reviewing my portfolio and these are my losers. Any point hanging on to any of them? Surprised at BN as it always seems to have positive reviews and CYBR which I though would ride the technology wave.

Q: I am low in the utility sector. Is this a good time to buy? Could you please provide 4 names and rate them them in order of preference and why. Would prefer US or international exposure though Canadian is fine as well. Thank you.

Q: Thinking of selling this one..what could be decent replacement ? Many thanks!

Q: Retired, dividend-income investor. Following up on your answer to my earlier question. I hold AQN in an RRSP and am considering replacing it. You suggested the following stocks = PPL, NPI, BEPC, BIP.UN, BLX

I have researched their metrics (P/E, Beta, P/B, P/CF, P/S, ROE, Payout, Market Cap) and technicals. My ranking, based on a desired conservative holding, Is = PPL, NPI, BEPC, BIP.UN, BLX.

My rationale is I hold FTS, TRP and AQN representing 8.6% of my portfolio vs NNRG and NRGI at 7.3%. I am leaning towards adding a more conservative name...such as PPL.

Q#1 = Is there an overlap between TRP and PPL, to the point that I only need one? What % do each of these names have in Nat gas vs oil? I know TRP is heavier to NG, not sure about PPL.

Q#2 = based on my above notes, what would your suggested ranking be?

Thanks....Steve

Q: Greetings I have held NPI in my portfolio for many years. During the past 6 months or so, I have see a steady decline in price. It represents about 5% of the portfolio, and is still much higher than the origianal purchase price. Do you feel prices will increase again over the next year or two, or should I sell it?