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Q: The corruption scandal that is hitting Brazil's Petrobras, a number of high ranking government officials and several CEO's of oïl service companies has sent the country's economy into tailspin. It wouldn't be an exageration to say that there's blood in the streets of Brazil right now, which means that many otherwise profitable companies are selling at a deep discount. Companhia Brasileira de Distribuicao seems to be one of them. Based on what your Bloomberg terminal says about the company, would this be a good time to buy CBD or would you prefer to wait until the dust settles?
Robert
Read Answer Asked by Robert on April 08, 2015
Q: Hello- Well, Td Waterhouse is not functioning AGAIN this morning. I find that this happens much more frequently than acceptable, especially including days when there is heavy volume on the open. I am thinking of opening another account with another trading firm and wondered- does this happen frequently with the other bank or Questrade etc trading accounts? Any recommendations for better service would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Pat on April 08, 2015
Q: Hi Peter: I would like to purchase a Canadian ETF that is based on Canadian Energy Infrastructure with reasonable management fees
{includes trp, ipl, ppl, ala, gei, enb etc}. I would appreciate your suggestions and comments on the timing of this purchase.

With thanks,

Tom
Read Answer Asked by Tom on April 08, 2015
Q: This is fresh off the press: David's Tea (for those that have seen it's growth in the streets of major cities in Canada and select U.S. cities) has filed for an IPO. First question is if you guys are able to go through the IPO Form S-1 filing and if so, what do you guys think of this company coming to the market. I know you guys usually have reservations for any IPO companies, so how does this IPO rank?
Read Answer Asked by Eugene on April 07, 2015
Q: Hi Peter, as you know the Montreal-based David's Tea will be listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker DTEA. Will that be a good investment? My wife tells me that their stores are always very busy with plenty of clients. Thanks, Gervais
Read Answer Asked by Gervais on April 07, 2015
Q: Good morning, re the question from Les, symbol BNS, April 7. The last sentence in your answer "From the index EIT and AD also look good." Could you clarify what stock EIT refers to? Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Alayne on April 07, 2015
Q: Greetings
My TD WebBroker service is experiencing a major online outage today. Very limited quotes or online order entry is possible. I am sure they are available by phone but likely swamped with calls. Warren Buffett talks about buying stocks that you would be happy to own even they closed the exchanges for 5 years, something to think when you can't get an immediate quote on your position.
Post at your discretion.
Tim
Read Answer Asked by Tim on April 07, 2015
Q: Hi Team,
I own a small position in CXV and was thinking about adding a little more or taking some profit. What do you think of the company at this time. Do you think a 2% weighting in a balanced portfolio is too much?
Thanks
Luke
Read Answer Asked by luke on April 07, 2015
Q: I own the ETF CDZ in my TFSA acct. The Mar. Statement had a CGDIV (+ $) and then a DRIP of the same amount (-$). ‘Settlement’ -Jan 8 then ‘Trade Date’ March 13. I did not receive any additional shares on the DRIP but my cost base was increased by the +$ amt. thus reducing the paper gain for CDZ on the statement. Would this be helpful in a taxable account for a sell? In a registered account it seems that there is no benefit to me? Is this some accounting process for the ETF.? If this happens with the ETF would it be best to hold it outside a registered account? I am primarily focused on ‘secure’ income at this time. I will appreciate any assistance in understanding the above. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Len on April 07, 2015
Q: Any idea whats driving this co. Going like a rocket with almost a double in 3 weeks?
Read Answer Asked by michael on April 07, 2015
Q: HI. your tough please on both. Is it a good ime to ad to my position. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Denis on April 07, 2015
Q: Morning, I currently do not have a REIT in my portfolio but also do not have much for US exposure other than a couple of Indexed and Divident ETF's. I am looking for a nice yield with modest growth. What do you know of NNN? Ido you have something else you are more comfortable with?
Read Answer Asked by Patrick on April 07, 2015
Q: First Mining just started trading and is hyped by everyone. Any comments on it?
Read Answer Asked by Doug on April 07, 2015
Q: Can you give me your thoughts on this mutual fund as it is being suggested by a broker?
Dolores
Read Answer Asked on April 07, 2015
Q: Hi team:
according to the Seasonal traders. they feel that the Natural gas is suppose to have a peak season from now (April) to June
What are some of the names of the Canadian stocks that would represent natural gas that belongs to high quality companies ? I do have TOU and ALA (both have pulled back since the oil prices plunge)
thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Michael on April 07, 2015
Q: Crew, surge, precidion driling. The oil, gas and drilling stocks are up huge today. Is this a dead-cat bounce? I am underwater a lot on these stocks and am wondering if I should take some money off the table before they go right back down or is this a sign of strength?
Read Answer Asked by Helen on April 07, 2015
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