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Q: As someone approaching retirement I am looking at tilting my portfolio towards income. What metrics would you use in evaluating an income stock for a long term hold? In particular is it a red flag if the dividend is not covered by the free cash flow? Even if its well covered by earnings. This appears to be the case for Trans Canada (TRP).
Read Answer Asked by Andrew on December 30, 2012
Q: do you have an opinion on Interxion which i believe is INXN-N
Read Answer Asked by lynne on December 30, 2012
Q: Hi Peter and 5i. All the best for 2013! What is your take on Temex Resources (TME)? Any catalysts upcoming? Is it a decent stock relative to similar sized/stage junior gold explorers? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Lance on December 30, 2012
Q: When you start coverage of commodities, will you be including coverage of rare metals and energy service companies? and... When do you expect to be covering these? Happy New Year and thanks for all the great advice to date.
Read Answer Asked by Charles on December 30, 2012
Q: Happy New Year 5i: What are your thoughts on the Canadian housing market going forward? Specifically would MCAN (MKP) mortgage underwriters be directly effected if there were to be a large downturn in the broad Canadian housing market? Thanks Cathy
Read Answer Asked by Cathy on December 29, 2012
Q: Happy New Year 5i! My husband and I are going to put the full $5500. into each of our TFSA accounts. We are 67 and 69 years of age and fully retired. We still would like growth and income in these accounts as we hope that we won't have to touch these accounts for some years to come. What would you recommend for us? We are so appreciative of the excellent advice that you offer.
Read Answer Asked by Cathy on December 28, 2012
Q: Hi everyone, I'm thinking of making a small investment in Spot Coffee. (spp) Was in one of their shops and was very impressed. Could i please have your opinion. Thanks you.
Read Answer Asked by Debbie on December 28, 2012
Q: Hi 5irearch team could you refer a few reits around the 7.00 or 8.00 range for a long term hold with a good yeild
Read Answer Asked by Kim on December 28, 2012
Q: What is your opinion of MND (mandalay).It seems to have performed well through 2012. Ken.
Read Answer Asked by ken on December 28, 2012
Q: when do your top picks for first quarter on 2013 appear in national post jan 5 or jan 12. i understand these are not recommendations but more 3 month picks and could be risky.
but you had weq.un and mmt , i love them both and continue to own. as ever dave
Read Answer Asked by david on December 28, 2012
Q: Thanks for all your good work in 2012. Never mind the Boxing Day sales, you guys are the biggest bargain on Bay Street! I've done some annual Christmas clean-up by dumping Parallel Energy Trust(PLT) for a tax loss. Am looking at staying in the sector by replacing it with Eagle Energy Trust(EGL). Any thoughts?
Read Answer Asked by Chuck on December 28, 2012
Q: I would appreciate your comments on GUY, Guyana Goldfields.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Doug on December 28, 2012
Q: Happy Holidays to all at 5i Research your unbiased approach is unique and always very helpful.
What are your thoughts on Potash Corp of Sask( POT ) for 2013? It seems to have been range bound for a long time and since farmers don't have to apply potash every year do you think the demand will be there from either China or North America farmers? Thanks O.K.
Read Answer Asked by Oleh on December 28, 2012
Q: Hi Peter - do you have any insight on NII. I've been underwater for what seems like years and wonder if I should just ship and forget about it.
Read Answer Asked by Harry on December 27, 2012
Q: What is your opinion on gxi, i think they have put themselves up for sale, seem to be making a lot of right moves lately. Dave
Read Answer Asked by david on December 27, 2012