Walgreens CEO Pessina on U.S. Regulatory Environment

The transcript discusses the regulatory environment in Washington, highlighting challenges in dealing with the administration. It also covers the motivations behind a business deal aimed at expanding geographic reach and adopting a value-based care model. The speaker expresses satisfaction with the deal's economic and strategic benefits, despite some regional coverage gaps.

What is the speaker's view on the regulatory environment in Washington, DC?

• It is not particularly business-friendly.

• It is highly supportive of new businesses.

• It is very business-friendly.

• It is neutral towards businesses.

According to the speaker, what is a major challenge when dealing with the US administration?

• Limited market opportunities

• Significant time and financial resources required

• High operational costs

• Lack of skilled workforce

How does the speaker compare the profitability of doing business in the US to Europe and the UK?

• Less profitable in the US

• Equally profitable in all regions

• More profitable in Europe

• More profitable in the US

What was one of the motivations for the recent business deal mentioned by the speaker?

• To reduce operational costs

• To increase geographic footprint

• To enter the Asian market

• To diversify product offerings

What is the speaker's overall sentiment about the recent business deal?

• Satisfied with the economic and strategic benefits

• Dissatisfied with the outcomes

• Indifferent about the results

• Concerned about future challenges