Sam Zell Says Gold 'Is a Good Hedge'

Sam Zell Says Gold 'Is a Good Hedge'

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The video discusses energy investments in the US, focusing on oil and gas assets, and the potential for price increases due to supply constraints. It highlights the lack of investment in new gold mines, leading to a shrinking supply and potential price rise. The discussion also covers the challenges in oil supply infrastructure, particularly pipelines in the Permian Basin, and the impact of political decisions on energy markets, such as the rejection of a pipeline in British Columbia affecting refinery operations in Tacoma.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of energy assets is the speaker interested in within the United States?

Wind energy

Nuclear energy

Stranded oil and gas

Solar power

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker believe gold might be a good investment?

Because of high demand for gold jewelry

Due to technological advancements in mining

Due to the shrinking supply and lack of new gold mines

Because of government subsidies

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on the current investment in oil?

There is not enough investment in oil

Investment in oil is sufficient

There is too much investment in oil

Investment in oil is irrelevant

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is one of the challenges mentioned regarding shale oil transportation?

Lack of skilled labor

High transportation costs

Insufficient pipelines

Environmental regulations

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the refinery in Tacoma benefit from political decisions in British Columbia?

By exporting more oil

By increasing its production capacity

By getting access to cheaper crude

By receiving tax breaks