Global Business Report: BOE, InterContinental, Trudeau

Global Business Report: BOE, InterContinental, Trudeau

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The transcript discusses the Bank of England's contingency plans for Brexit, highlighting Governor Mark Carney's stance on monetary policy. It covers the impact of Brexit on the pound and business leaders' support for remaining in the EU. Intercontinental Hotels' financial strategies, including dividends, are outlined. Standard Chartered's financial loss due to bad loans is examined, and Canada's economic deficit under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is discussed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Bank of England's stance on predicting the outcome of the Brexit referendum?

They are predicting a leave vote.

They are predicting economic growth.

They are predicting a remain vote.

They are not making any predictions.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major UK business leader signed a letter supporting the UK staying in the EU?

Boris Johnson

Mark Carney

Justin Trudeau

Stuart Gulliver

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial action is Intercontinental Hotels taking after strong earnings?

Issuing a special dividend

Raising hotel prices

Cutting jobs

Closing hotels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the financial result for Standard Chartered in the reported year?

Record profits

Stable financial performance

First annual loss since 1989

Increased market share

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Canada's financial strategy under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau?

Reducing taxes

Cutting public spending

Increasing exports

Embracing deficits