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Stock Opinions by Vincent Delisle

BUY
Encana Corp
Has dropped in sympathy with the pullback of other oil stocks. Likes this stock but prefers Talisman.
oil / gas
BUY
Talisman Mining Ltd
Has dropped in sympathy with the pullback of other oil stocks. Likes this stock as #1 and then Encana.
oil / gas
DON'T BUY
Transalta Corp
One of the best utility stocks however, the utility sector is very sensitive to interest rate movements. Expects interest rates to move up and the stock would be vulnerable.
electrical / electronic
TOP PICK
Domtar Inc.
The fundamentals for US and global economies is very strong. The forest sector has been plagued with the rising Cdn$ and the worst is behind us.
pulp trust
BUY
Inco
Likes the metal sector. Released earnings that surprised on the upside.
integrated mines
DON'T BUY
Hudson Bay Co.
A speculation based on talks of a takeover. If you own, take some profit.
department stores
DON'T BUY
Very disappointing numbers and the Brazilian assets are not working out.
Unknown
TOP PICK
Toronto Dominion
Financials should not be overlooked. They offer a proper yield, visible profit growth.TD has the most potential for a dividend increase and one of the best exposures of the equity market..
banks
BUY
Still sees some upside in the long-term. Fundamentals are good.
biotechnology / pharmaceutical
BUY
Alcan Aluminum
Released some very positive numbers for the fourth quarter. Momentum is positive. Sees better prospects for aluminum.
integrated mines
WEAK BUY
Barrick Gold
Could see a short-term upswing for the gold sector. Would take some profits at that time.
precious metals
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Integrating a large acquisition in the US. Buy in the $24 range.
food stores
BUY
Watch for the strength of the Canadian dollar as well as energy costs. Should continue to go up.
Transportation
BUY
Toronto Dominion
Likes this bank and Royal as their two top picks. Likes their leverage to a stronger capital market via TD Waterhouse. More volatile than other banks, but this is where you want to be at this time.
banks
BUY
Prefers this and Industrial Alliance over other insurance companies. Leverage to capital markets through mutual funds.
insurance
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