TSX Movers: Potash, First Quantum, Banks

TSX Movers: Potash, First Quantum, Banks

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The video discusses recent developments in the fertilizer market, highlighting agreements with Belarus and the impact on global buyers like India and China. It also covers Zambia's copper output projections and strategies by First Quantum Minerals to manage debt. The Canadian financial sector shows gains, led by major banks. Finally, Canada's market performance is strong, driven by a rebound in commodities, making it the best-performing market globally.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a significant challenge for Potash Corp in the fertilizer market?

Lack of agreements with European countries

Increasing global competition

High stockpiles and falling prices

High demand from India and China

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected change in copper output for First Quantum Minerals in 2016?

Remain the same

Increase by 10%

Increase by 51%

Decrease by 20%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the Canadian Mining Company planning to manage its debt?

By raising prices of metals

By increasing copper production

By acquiring new mines

Through asset sales and cost initiatives

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which bank led the gains in the Canadian financial sector?

Royal Bank

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

Toronto Dominion Bank

Bank of Nova Scotia

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a key factor in the S&P TSX index's performance?

Decline in technology stocks

Rebound in commodities

Increase in interest rates

Growth in the real estate sector