Graham Tanaka

Question 1

Graham Tanaka's questions to MIL leadership • Q2 2015

Aug 14, 2015

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Graham Tanaka of Tanaka Capital Management asked about Michael Smith's current role, the timing and resolution of the Wabush mine situation, updates on other assets like Pea Ridge and China, the company's debt strategy, and the expected costs and returns of the planned bank acquisition.

Answer

CEO Gerardo Cortina and CFO Sam Morrow confirmed Michael Smith is highly active, focusing on the bank acquisition and Wabush. Regarding Wabush, they explained the focus is on retaking the mine through the CCAA process, which has an uncertain timeline. IR Rene Randall noted Pea Ridge is on hold due to prices, while the China medical business is performing well. CFO Morrow stated they are comfortable with current debt levels and will prioritize reinvesting in the trade finance business. CEO Cortina could not disclose bank acquisition costs but reiterated a long-term company-wide ROE target of 15%.

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Question 2

Graham Tanaka's questions to MANULIFE FINANCIAL (MFC) leadership • Q1 2015

May 15, 2015

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Graham Tanaka from Tanaka Capital Management asked for clarification on the quarter's tax rate, the nature of a reported gain on sale, the expected value of assets being liquidated, and the impact of foreign currency fluctuations.

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CFO Sam Morrow explained the tax rate was impacted by intercompany transactions and a $7 million pre-tax gain on the sale of non-core hydrocarbon properties. President and CEO Gerardo Cortina stated they could not give a value for assets being sold due to low gas prices, hence the 18-month timeline. Sam Morrow added that realized natural gas prices were C$2.97 per mcf and that a $1.3 million FX gain resulted from a fully hedged euro-denominated loan.