Pershing Squares Bill Ackman Hints at Next Target

Pershing Squares Bill Ackman Hints at Next Target

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The video covers several topics: Turkey's agreement to allow the use of its military bases against Islamic State militants, though Turkish officials express doubts about the accord. Iliad's attempt to acquire T-Mobile USA fails after Deutsche Telecom rejects a new bid. Bill Ackman discusses his plans to invest in a U.S. company, with an announcement expected soon. Abigail Johnson is appointed CEO of Healthy Investment, succeeding her father. Finally, Mohamed Al Arian shares concerns about the global economic outlook, highlighting central bankers' worries about potential risks and market corrections.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of Turkish officials regarding the U.S. use of their military bases?

The cost of maintenance

The duration of the agreement

The extent of the agreement

The number of troops involved

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Iliad abandon its plans to acquire a majority stake in T-Mobile USA?

Lack of funding

Competition from other bidders

Regulatory issues

Deutsche Telecom's refusal to entertain a new bid

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Bill Ackman's strategy with the cash his firm has raised?

Invest in a European company

Donate to charity

Buy back shares

Invest in a U.S. company

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who has been appointed as the new CEO, replacing her father Ned?

Indra Nooyi

Abigail Johnson

Ginni Rometty

Mary Barra

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are central bankers worried about according to Mohamed Al Arian?

Strengthening currency

Increasing interest rates

Weaker global economic outlook

Rising inflation