Studzinski: Companies Must Reinvest Cash in R&D, Growth

Studzinski: Companies Must Reinvest Cash in R&D, Growth

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The video discusses the current economic malaise, highlighting the scrutiny companies face regarding R&D and investment. It explores end game M&A trends, particularly in North America, and the interest of global economies like China and Germany. The video also addresses financial instability concerns, focusing on monetary policy and its impact on banks, with a specific look at European banks and Brexit implications.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons companies are being scrutinized according to the first section?

For high CEO salaries

For excessive stock buybacks

For not investing enough in R&D

For not paying enough dividends

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is meant by 'end game M&A' as discussed in the second section?

A type of hostile takeover

The end of a merger process

Mergers and acquisitions aimed at long-term strategic goals

The final stage of a company's lifecycle

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which markets are becoming more attractive to foreign investors according to the second section?

African markets

European markets

North American markets

Asian markets

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern regarding financial stability in Europe as mentioned in the final section?

The impact of Brexit on UK banks

The strength of the Euro

The rise of cryptocurrency

The financial health of Deutsche Bank

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is monetary policy described in the context of financial instability?

As irrelevant to current issues

As having been taken too far

As a stabilizing force

As a new concept