Nestle Is on High Alert in West Africa

The video discusses the drop in oil prices due to increased US crude inventories, Goldman Sachs' strong earnings report and dividend increase, Nestle's concerns over the Ebola crisis affecting cocoa prices, and Berkshire Hathaway's reduction of its stake in Tesco after significant losses.

What was the primary reason for the drop in West Texas Intermediate crude prices?

• Increased demand for oil

• US crude inventories expanded

• Decrease in global oil production

• Rise in alternative energy sources

How did Goldman Sachs manage to beat earnings estimates in the third quarter?

• By increasing employee salaries

• Through unexpected trading losses

• By setting aside less revenue for employee pay

• By reducing their dividend payouts

What strategic decision did Goldman Sachs make to maintain a return on equity above 10%?

• Expanding into new markets

• Increasing marketing expenses

• Limiting overall expenses

• Hiring more employees

Why is Nestle on high alert regarding the Ebola crisis?

• Potential impact on cocoa prices

• Decrease in chocolate demand

• Increase in sugar prices

• Closure of factories in Europe

What was Warren Buffett's view on his investment in Tesco?

• A strategic success

• A minor setback

• An unexpected triumph

• A huge mistake