Maersk CEO Expects to Deliver Better Results in 2018

The transcript discusses Moller Maersk's financial performance, highlighting a profit miss but a bullish forecast. It covers global economic growth, interest rates, and their impact on container demand. The discussion includes container capacity trends, market share recovery, and the sale of energy units. The integration of Hamburg South is expected to bring cost benefits. Finally, the potential impact of a market rout on the economy is considered.

What was a significant factor that impacted Moller Maersk's business costs in 2017?

• A regulatory change

• A labor strike

• A cyber attack

• A natural disaster

Which regions are experiencing broad-based economic growth according to the transcript?

• Middle East and North Africa

• South America and Australia

• US and Europe

• Asia and Africa

What is the current state of the order book for new container ship capacity?

• Rapidly increasing

• Stable compared to last year

• At an all-time low

• At an all-time high

How did Moller Maersk's market share change after the cyber attack?

• It was unaffected

• It decreased temporarily

• It remained unchanged

• It increased significantly

What is the expected impact of integrating Hamburg South into Moller Maersk's business?

• Increased costs

• Improved unit cost development

• Reduced competitiveness

• Decreased market share

What is the anticipated effect of selling the remaining energy units?

• Negative impact on profits

• No change in business operations

• Increased activity in drilling

• Decreased activity in drilling

How does the CEO of Moller Maersk view the recent stock market fluctuations?

• As a sign of a dramatic economic change

• As an opportunity for growth

• As a temporary correction

• As a major concern for the company