Nomura Sinks as Shareholders Flee

The video discusses Nomera's recent announcement of $1 billion in cost cuts in its wholesale business, which has not impressed investors as the stock has fallen by 3% since the announcement and over 20% in the past six months. The price book ratio is notably low compared to its peers, indicating investor dissatisfaction. Analysts are keen to see the pace of job cuts and their impact on revenue, with cuts already happening across Asia, Europe, and the US. The main concern remains how these cuts will affect future revenue.

What was the immediate impact on Nomera's stock following the announcement of cost cuts?

• The stock remained unchanged

• The stock rose by 20%

• The stock fell by 3%

• The stock rose by 3%

How has Nomera's stock performed over the past six months?

• It has decreased by 20%

• It has increased by 3%

• It has increased by 20%

• It has remained stable

What is notable about Nomera's price book ratio compared to its peers?

• It is twice the value of its assets

• It is equal to the value of its assets

• It is three times the value of its assets

• It is only about half the value of its assets

What are analysts particularly interested in regarding Nomera's recent announcement?

• The expansion into new markets

• The increase in stock value

• The pace of job and cost cuts and their effect on revenue

• The impact on global stock markets

Which regions are primarily affected by Nomera's staff reductions?

• Africa, South America, and Australia

• Asia, Africa, and South America

• Middle East, Europe, and Canada

• Asia, Europe, and the US