Investment Q&A

Q: Hello Peter, I understand that Power Corp has made nothing for investors for the past decade (apart from decent dividends). And Great-West Lifeco not much better. Recognizing that Power owns a good share of GWO, which would you prefer as an income investor going forward: POW, with an extra bit of yield and some interests other than GWO, or just GWO as a pure play on the lifeco? Thanks!

Q: Founders recent results are very encouraging in an environment where the banks are increasing their loan loss provisions. What is your opinion of their prospects?

Q: Kraken - Current earnings appear to show modest revenue despite a significant contract announcement some while ago, so I am wondering about the growth prospects for this company. What I would like to ask is whether the market for Kraken's products provide a good opportunity for growth or is it inherently small/limited in prospects?
Greenlane appears to be struggling to break even notwithstanding improving revenue, a (significantly?) larger backlog and what I would call an outstanding quote book which borders on the gigantic. How do you view the prospects for GRN as well as XBC, assuming they don't get Trumped like Questor?
Re DOC and WELL I have been trying to determine whether these two have the same/similar business models or not, as the more recent announcements by DOC have been on the acquisition of clinics to support a team, which appears to be a collaborative model for medical services, while WELL's emphasis appears to be on digital records and remote services. Do these two occupy the same space or are they inherently different and might one offer better prospects than the other?
Thank you for your responses.

Q: Starr was in my TFSA. Flutter is now in US dollars in my TFSA. Are there any tax consequences? Should I leave it there or move it to my unregistered account?
Thanks.

Q: Hi, are you willing to comment on a macro issue of the economy? I am perplexed by the housing market where volume of sales and prices seem to be hitting highs in some Canadian urban centers (not Alberta). Lumber companies are doing well. The long term Covid impact on the economy and jobs seems murky at best. Why is there so much confidence in the Canadian housing market? Due to historically low interest rates and some pent up demand? Federal policies designed to prop up the economy? I keep thinking this is all going to end badly if the jobs aren’t there to pay those mortgages. Appreciate your service. You may post this question publicly if you feel it’s Of general interest.

Q: What companies on your radar have the strongest balance sheets? Thanks.

Q: Thoughts on GUDs drift lower ? News for TCN ? Thanks.

Q: Hi Peter,

Can I get an opinion on RXT. I noticed it just IPO'd and hasn't gone up that much in comparison to other high profile US tech IPO's. They probably operate a loss but given the interest from Amazon I am wondering if there is an opportunity for a value play?

Thank you
Mike

Q: What do you think about having a combination of these ETF's for a North American tech weighting? Any other suggestions?

Q: Do you see any reasonable prospect that any of the above will rebound or should I just sell and move on?

Thanks for your great service, Paul.

Q: td webroker alert on Wednesday show ala as a long term sell with a $10.00 target price. Is this justified

Q: I would appreciate your comments on BB.
Clayton

Q: Hi team,
Any new information out there attributing to the 6% sell-off in WELL today. Seems a bit more than normal fluctuations.
Thanks again
Dave

Q: CRM looks like a great growth story. Does it still look attractive at the current prices. Are there any concerns regarding their financials? I have a small position but I am thinking about adding to this to make it a half position after yesterdays results. What are your thoughts?

Q: Do you recommend holding , buying more or selling this. Is the impact from ABT on this huge. I have heard that their covid business is small compared to other revenues.

Q: Hello. Any idea as what happened with the proposed split.

Q: Hi 5i,
This fund managed by BAM currently yield over 19 %. I have bought a very small position thinking to add more to my RRIF. Is the yield save? It is trade at a very thin volume. Would you kindly give me your opinion please, thanks!

Q: GUD is continuously languishing below its 50 days and 200 days moving average. For the past 3+ years, I am holding a substantive position of GUD due to its low valuation, high cash, no debt and a reputable management (Paladin Labs).
Please advise if keep on holding can be further justified ? any red flags or possible being taken private?

Q: Thoughts on CGI? Doesn't seem to participating in the (tech) rally over the past few months.

Q: The Canadian pipelines had a bit of a dip on Wednesday. Is this share price decline related at all to the hurricane in the US? If so, how will the hurricane impact business for the Canadian pipelines, as a whole?

Thanks.

John