CEOs Reject Investor-Centric Model

The video discusses corporate commitment to stakeholders, focusing on shareholder rewards in the S&P 500 during the second quarter. It highlights a decline in corporate buybacks due to the fading effects of tax cuts and economic factors. The video compares dividends and buybacks, noting that more is spent on buybacks. It concludes with evidence of record payouts, emphasizing ongoing trends in shareholder rewards.

What is the primary focus of the first section regarding shareholder rewards?

• The decline in corporate buybacks

• The record payout by BHP

• The commitment of companies to stakeholders

• The impact of tax cuts on corporate spending

What is one reason mentioned for the decline in corporate buybacks?

• Increased dividends

• Economic weaknesses

• Higher corporate taxes

• Stakeholder pressure

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the pullback on shareholder rewards?

• Fading effects of tax cuts

• Economic weaknesses

• Increased altruism

• Overspending by corporates

What percentage more is spent on corporate buybacks compared to dividends?

• 90%

• 77%

• 60%

• 50%

Which company is mentioned as having a record payout?

• BHP

• Microsoft

• Apple

• Google