How Natural-Gas Prices Impact Duke Energy's Business

The video discusses the company's strategy to exit international businesses and focus on core American operations, particularly in regulated energy infrastructure. It covers financial forecasts for 2016, tax optimization strategies, and regulatory challenges, including potential rate increases in the Carolinas. The impact of commodity prices on costs and the company's approach to managing these through contracts and hedging is also discussed. Finally, the video outlines growth and profit strategies, including organic growth, wholesale contracts, and investments.

Why is the company planning to exit its international business?

• To expand into new international markets

• Due to poor performance of international business

• To focus on its core American business

• To reduce overall company size

What is the expected tax rate for the company in 2016?

• 31%

• 33%

• 30%

• 35%

Which states are mentioned as potential areas for rate increases?

• California and Texas

• Florida and Georgia

• South Carolina and North Carolina

• New York and New Jersey

How does the company ensure price stability in its rates?

• Through hedging and fixed-price contracts

• By reducing service quality

• By cutting employee wages

• By increasing customer bills

What are some ways the company makes money?

• By increasing debt

• By selling off assets

• Through organic growth and acquisitions

• By reducing investments