The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)

We reiterate VIST as a TOP PICK.  The Mexican based energy producer recently announced it has purchased Petronas' 100% interests in Argentina where the companies were partnered.  This will add capital efficiencies and further enhance cash flow in the area they project.  It trades at 10x earnings, 3 times book and supports a robust 33% ROE.  We recommend trailing up the stop (from $35) to $39, looking to achieve $69 -- upside potential of 33%.  Yield 0%

We reiterate this electric transformer manufacturer, involved in data centre and cloud projects, as a TOP PICK.  Recently reported earnings showed a 5% increase in year on year sales and a 17% increase in backlog of orders, which is great timing considering their new production factory is expected to open sooner than expected.  It trades at 14x earnings, 3x book and supports a robust 31% ROE.  We recommend trailing up the stop (from $70) to $80, looking to achieve $131 -- upside potential of 28%.  Yield 1.1%

We reiterate UPWK as a TOP PICK.  EPS growth over the past three years has been impressive, while the company supports a robust 49% ROE.  It trades at 13x earnings and 3x book.  Cash reserves continue to grow as shares are bought back.  We continue to recommend a stop at $13, looking to achieve $19 -- upside potential of 22%.  Yield 0%

Our PAST TOP PICK with GSK has achieved its target at $41.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time and maintaining the stop at $32.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with SES is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $9) to $12 at this time.

Our PAST TOP PICK with SES is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $9) to $12 at this time.

Our PAST TOP PICK with WDO is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $13.50) to $16.00 at this time.

Our PAST TOP PICK with TA is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $9.50) to $11.00 at this time.

Our PAST TOP PICK with VIPS is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $8.50) to $12.00 at this time.

Our PAST TOP PICK with NWN has triggered its stop at $41.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.  

We reiterate AC as a TOP PICK.  The company is adjusting to uncertainty over North America air traffic, which is a result of their well diversified route portfolio.  Cash reserves continue to grow as debt is retired and shares bought back.  It trades at 10x earnings, 3x book and supports a ROE of 125%.  We recommend trailing up the stop (from$13.00) to $14.50, looking to achieve $24.00 -- upside potential of 20%.  Yield 0%

We reiterate ARDT as a TOP PICK.  The healthcare and hospital operator recently reported it will add 18 new urgent care units, which will add to cash flow going forward.  Cash reserves are growing, while debt is retired.  It trades at 9x earnings, 1.8x book and supports a ROE of 24%.  We recommend trailing up the stop (from $11.00) to $12.50, looking to achieve $20.00 -- upside potential of 33%.  Yield 0%

We reiterate CGI as a TOP PICK.  The portfolio of investments is rebounding as the general market recovers.  It trades at 3x earnings, under book value and supports a ROE of 23%.  We recommend trailing up the stop (from $27) to $32, looking to achieve $46 -- 18% upside potential.  Yield 2.8%

Our PAST TOP PICK with FLR is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $29) to $32 at this time.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with MSFT is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $374) to $412 at this time.