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Broad exposure to Canadian equities

Canadian General Investments (CGI) is a closed-end investment fund listed on both the TSX and LSE; it is registered as a Canadian investment corporation. CGI aims to outperform the benchmark S&P/TSX index by investing in an actively managed portfolio of primarily Canadian stocks. Given its diversified exposure to the Canadian equity market, CGI could be viewed as a ‘one-stop shop’ for investment in the country. It has a progressive dividend policy; emphasis has shifted to quarterly rather than year-end special dividends. The 2016 prospective yield is 3.6%. High share ownership by related parties ensures that management’s and shareholders’ interests are closely aligned – although it may also be a factor in the wider than average discount.
Underlying
Canadian General Investments Ltd.

Canadian General Investments is a closed-end investment fund focused on medium to long-term investments in Canadian corporations. Co.'s investment objective is to provide better than average returns to investors through prudent security selection, timely recognition of capital gains/losses and appropriate income generating instruments. As of Dec 31 2010, Co. had total investment portfolio valued at C$647,103,000 and total assets valued at C$651,038,000.

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Edison Investment Research
Edison Investment Research

Edison is an investment research and advisory company, with offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East and AsiaPac. The heart of Edison is our world renowned equity research platform and deep multi-sector expertise. At Edison Investment Research, our research is widely read by international investors, advisors and stakeholders. Edison Advisors leverages our core research platform to provide differentiated services including investor relations and strategic consulting.

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Mel Jenner

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