
TSE:SPB
Backed out of a deal? They announced 3 months ago they wanted to sell their European chemical business. When no material offers came then they backed out. They have a lot of debt they were planning to pay down following the failed divestiture. They have re-instated the DRIP program, which is dilutive to holders he adds. He still owns it and still likes their yield. A stable propane business with good margins. A good buy here. Yield 6.2%
The company has good businesses. Their problem was the balance sheet. They will be 3 times debt-to-EBITDA. They have more funds for M&A, which could help them make some interesting acquisitions. He likes the distribution and the management team. They just partnered with Brookfield, which gives a strong vote of confidence. Its valuation is reasonable. Not the first place he would put capital, but you would do well if you already own it.