'Bloomberg Commodities Edge' (07/11/2019) - Blocks for Weekend Re-air - B Block

The video covers various topics including oil market trends, climate remarks by President Trump, and political analysis of his speech. It also discusses concerns over wind power's impact on birds, voiced by Putin, and provides an in-depth analysis of the petrochemical industry, focusing on BASF and China's production. The segment concludes with a preview of an upcoming discussion on alternative proteins.

What was the significant change in oil inventory numbers discussed in the video?

• A large increase in oil inventories

• A significant draw of almost 10 billion barrels

• No change in oil inventories

• A small decrease in oil inventories

What was one of the reasons for Cargill's profit decline?

• High oil prices

• Weak agricultural prices

• Increased demand for electricity

• Rising carbon emissions

What was the main focus of President Trump's environmental speech?

• Wildlife conservation

• Renewable energy sources

• Climate change and carbon emissions

• Clean air and clean water

What was the reaction to Trump's environmental speech?

• It was widely praised

• It was celebrated by environmentalists

• It was met with intense outcry

• It was ignored by the public

What concern did President Putin express about wind power?

• Its high cost

• Its impact on bird populations

• Its inefficiency

• Its noise pollution

What is a key factor in China's rise in ethylene production?

• Decreased demand for petrochemicals

• Rising natural gas prices

• Heavy investment in domestic production

• Increased imports from the US

What is the expected long-term trend for petrochemical demand?

• A decline in demand

• Stable demand

• A growth of 4% over the next 20 to 30 years

• A rapid increase in demand