Silent Putin Unnerves Russia After `Panic' Follows Pensions Ploy

The video discusses Russia's proposed pension reform, which aims to raise the retirement age, sparking public outrage due to low life expectancy. It also covers the impact of tariffs on Alcoa, leading to reduced profit projections and potential industrial shifts. Lastly, it explores the potential merger talks between Papa John's and Wendy's, which have been affected by internal controversies.

What is the proposed new retirement age for women in Russia according to the pension reform?

• 65

• 63

• 60

• 55

Why did Alcoa reduce its profit projection for 2018?

• Increased production costs

• Tariffs on metals

• Decreased demand for aluminum

• Higher taxes

What is the expected aluminum shortage this year due to reduced supply from China?

• 2.5 million

• 2 million

• 1.5 million

• 1 million

What was the market reaction to the news of potential merger talks between Papa John's and Wendy's?

• Papa John's shares fell

• Both companies' shares rose

• Wendy's shares fell

• No change in shares

What event led to the talks between Papa John's and Wendy's dying down?

• Increased competition

• New management at Wendy's

• Financial losses

• John Schnatter's resignation