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Q: Hi:
I've held TRP since 2008 through the ups and downs of XL excitement. I am now having doubts that even if it gets approved, that it will do much for the price of the stock. I am seriously considering selling so as to buy MDA. I don't need the dividend and I am otherwise in good shape thanks to your ever splendid advice. You are the best.
Read Answer Asked by Elaine or Gerry on January 29, 2015
Q: Hi Peter, your thoughts on Exco's latest results please. Ignore if already asked and in the queue. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Hussein on January 29, 2015
Q: The 5 year yield on Canadas is 0.69%. ENB.PR B has dropped from $24.86 to $20.97 since November 17. Do you think now would be a good time to start taking positions in preferreds rather than 5 year GICs @1.25%? Or is an ENB problem causing the decline?
thanks for the ongoing quality replies. I should note that, if today was the 2017 reset, the yield would be 3.09% based on the 240 plus .69
Read Answer Asked by Tim on January 29, 2015
Q: Preferred shares are a rip off, where else would you invest for a secure, modest return? Parkland common shares seems to pay a reasonable dividend with good price stability...are there any other recommendations? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Curtis on January 29, 2015
Q: Do you think that there is going to be much more share price appreciation in view of lower oil. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Patrick on January 29, 2015
Q: I'm down a 50% on ACQ. I am considering AGU as a replacement Am I too late? Should I ride out the storm on Acq?
Read Answer Asked by John on January 29, 2015
Q: A follow up question to Hugh's question earlier, understand this is not a good entry point to buy, what is your view if it is part of a portfolio with 8% in energy and is 1 of 6 stocks in the mix (Purchased at ~$16).

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Steve on January 29, 2015
Q: Hi 5i! Where in EFN's 2015 outlook did you see mention of a "substantial dividend" for next year? Would be nice!
Read Answer Asked by chris on January 29, 2015
Q: Good day, I have had this European ETF for just over a year and it hasn't done very much, but is now up 5%. I assume due to the stimulus packages. It is only 2.5% of my portfolio. Should I be looking at other International diversification somewhere else, or would you keep this as part of a balanced portfolio. I do also have TD International Index - eTDB911, which also has some European and Asian exposure.
Read Answer Asked by Colin on January 29, 2015
Q: what is your opinion about this stock?Thank you ebrahm
Read Answer Asked by ebrahim on January 29, 2015
Q: I have a substantial investment in this company based on (1) it is the highest grade lithium deposit in North America, and (2) tight control of management and expenses by the Walker family of Sudbury who are spending/investing like its their own money (they do not have more than 10-20% of the equity); and they own (privately) the largest independent blasting and drilling company in Canada (and North America?--not sure). The downside is the stock is now in relatively few hands and is relatively illiquid/volatile. Please provide your view. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Bruce on January 29, 2015
Q: Looks like AGI missed its fourth quarter targets and the stock has been punished because of it. Does their 2015 guidance seem reasonable even though they have missed their quarterly target a few times? Do you think its a buy at these prices? Do you think they can turn it around or will it get worse? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Roy on January 29, 2015
Q: Any thoughts on the month long price slide?

Thank you as always
Read Answer Asked by Craig on January 29, 2015
Q: Hi 5I team - I know this could be a tough question but here goes. Can you give me your top 2 picks in the healthcare, consumer staples & financial sectors, thanks
Read Answer Asked by Ken on January 29, 2015
Q: Good Morning
Can you please tell me as to why the RATE RESET PREFERRED SHARES are being hammered since January 19, 2015 when at the same time the PERPETUAL PREFERRED SHARES ARE RISING????????????

Examples of Falling Rate Reset Preferred Shares:
VSN.PR.A down 8%
ENB.PF.C down 4.3%
PPL.PR.G down 5.4%
BRF.PR.A down 5.7%
TA.PR.H down 3.7%
SLF.PR.I down 3%

Examples of Rising Perpetual Preferred Shares:
BRF.PR.E up 3.4%
SLF.PR.D up 1%

I own several rate reset preferred shares and I will appreciate your response as to why the rate reset preferred shares are being hammered when at the same time the perpetual preferred shares are either maintaning their value or rising.
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Terry on January 29, 2015
Q: Good morning! I am down 6% in Qualcomm - with the issues it is having today, would it be a good idea to get out or do you think it will rebound? Thanks so much!
Read Answer Asked by Susan on January 29, 2015