Oil Market Reminds Me of 1986 Price Drop: Sass

Oil Market Reminds Me of 1986 Price Drop: Sass

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The video features a discussion with Martin Sass, CEO of MD Sass Associates, about the current state and future of the oil market. It covers Saudi Arabia's strategy to maintain market share, the denial among energy CEOs about market realities, and the impact of financial speculators. The conversation also touches on industry adjustments like CapEx cuts and potential defaults. Additionally, it highlights the increased market volatility due to oil and other macroeconomic factors, and suggests investment opportunities in the airline sector as a response to lower jet fuel prices.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event does the speaker compare the current oil price situation to?

The 1990 Gulf War

The 2008 financial crisis

The 1986 oil price drop

The 1973 oil crisis

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason the speaker gives for the uncertainty in future oil prices?

Technological advancements

Government regulations

Lack of demand

Speculators in the market

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial strategy is mentioned as already being implemented by some companies in response to the oil market situation?

Increasing production

Expanding into new markets

Cutting capital expenditures

Raising prices

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What macroeconomic factor is mentioned as contributing to market volatility in 2015?

Trade wars

Rising inflation

Technological disruptions

Fed rate hikes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which industry is highlighted as a potential investment opportunity due to lower fuel prices?

Technology

Retail

Airline

Automobile