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Q: Just a comment: you like to repeat that we never had 10 year loss for any major market. Well, we are very close to this here in Canada: April 21, 2006 S&P/TSX Composite close was 12437, as I am writing this the index is 12241... While we don't have 10 year loss yet, we have 9 years and 9 months loss. Regardless whether we blame it on oil, Canadian bureaucracy and unions, or ignorant and corrupt politicians the fact remains that investing in stock market in Canada in the past 10 years was the worst mistake one could make...
Read Answer Asked by Michael on January 11, 2016
Q: Hi Peter.. I hold the above stocks and would like to lower my exposure to the sector due to the volatility, what would be the weakest link of the group? Thank you Anthony
Read Answer Asked by Anthony on January 11, 2016
Q: What is your opinion on holding this for a year or so.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on January 11, 2016
Q: I have a small position in this pref in a registered account. I've held it for almost a year and am down on it. I was wondering if I shouldn't add to it at this time given I have sufficient cash in that account?
Ron
Read Answer Asked by Ronald on January 11, 2016
Q: Hi Guys,
I think Fitbit looks interesting from a consumer standpoint , how does it look from an investor standpoint? It has come off a lot.
Thank-you.
Read Answer Asked by Chris on January 11, 2016
Q: Hi Team,

In the past you've said: "The main drivers to equities are (1) earnings (2) interest rates and (3) money flows (people going to cash/shifting from bonds to stocks)."

I know what earnings are doing (US/Canada - slowing but still positive); what rates are doing (US up, Canada flat or down); but I don't know what money flows are doing.

Any thoughts?

Thank you, Michael.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on January 11, 2016
Q: MacDonald Dettwiler stock has been thro' quite a roller coaster ride during 2015, trading as high as $101 and touched a low of $71. Most believe this company to have a fairly unique business with niche is specialized satellite technology catering to Private/Government customers in civil and defence area. Last quarter was a bit soft due to slow satellite orders, which seems to be stabilizing if recent contract wins are any indication. You rate MDA as A- which is one of your highest ratings. I have just re entered the stock due to its dividend and capital growth prospects over next several years. What is your current opinion on this company with special comments on future growth and competition? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by rajeev on January 11, 2016
Q: Could i please have your assessment of this company. Seems to gain with hint oil sector turns slightly positive?
Read Answer Asked by kenneth on January 11, 2016
Q: I have positions in RUF.UN,HOT.UN,INO.UN all Canadian listed reits that have there properties outside of Canada.I like that there earnings are outside of Canada and it helps my diversification globally.They all pay a healthy dividend, and do you have any concerns with these selections.Do you have any other reits along the same theme?
Read Answer Asked by Randy on January 11, 2016
Q: Hello, I would like to get your thought on the new leadership at cipher pharmaceuticals and your views on current valuation. With 40 percent inside ownership and it's current pipelines of products would you add this name here? Based on the recent quarter their adjusted ebitda was $2.6 m us and ev is approximately $120 m us. I am looking at taking a large position in the company so you opinion is very much appreciated. Thank you Michael
Read Answer Asked by Michael on January 11, 2016
Q: Pilgrim's Pride dropped steadily throughout 2015 before suddenly gaining life in November and moving up again. It has held up well in the recent mess. What do you think of this company and its stock's chances in 2016?
Read Answer Asked by John on January 11, 2016
Q: I am becoming interested in- Stingray Digital RAY.A
I am curious as to the report that your informed analysis of this niche, international, dividend paying, aggressive Canadian company produce.
Read Answer Asked by Ryczard on January 11, 2016
Q: Could you recommend other very stable high quality 5% plus dividend paying stocks (like BIP.UN which you have already commented on) which have sold off solely due to market fears. I already own BEP.UN which might fall into this category. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Gary on January 11, 2016
Q: In the event that the US dollar bubble bursts, is there an ETF or some common stocks (Can or US) that could make us some money?
Read Answer Asked by Ed on January 11, 2016
Q: Hi, 5i
Regarding pbh, what are the biggest risks involved? How are its margins? Do you know their customers?(Starbucks? I think is one). The food business is "to my knowledge" highly competitive and margin sensitive, is pbh a good enough company to overcome its sector or do you think other stocks are better?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Marie on January 11, 2016
Q: I have 80 % of my portfolio invested in the NYSE ( 10% Europe not hedged), I want to start moving some of my portfolio back into Canadian stocks but the CAN Dollar keeps weakening as does oil. Any suggestions or indicators I should use to start pulling the trigger? Thanks so much!
Read Answer Asked by Pat on January 11, 2016
Q: Can u give an opinion on the Norrep funds run by Craig millar in terms of past and expected future performance, management, fees etc. I am particularly interested in Norrep fund and Norrep income and growth. thank u for your advice
Read Answer Asked by Indra on January 11, 2016
Q: In view of recent turbulence and volatility, is there any change in your previously expressed opinions of SOX? Can the dividend be maintained?
Read Answer Asked by WILLIAM on January 11, 2016
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