Credit Suisse Executives Depart on $4.7 Billion Archegos Hit

Credit Suisse Executives Depart on $4.7 Billion Archegos Hit

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The video discusses significant changes at Credit Suisse, including leadership shifts, compensation adjustments, and capital distribution changes. The bank faces financial losses from the Archegos saga and ongoing operational and legal challenges. Despite these issues, CEO Thomas Gottstein remains in position, emphasizing the need for learning from these crises.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the two key figures mentioned in the leadership changes at Credit Suisse?

Brian Chin and Laura Warner

Thomas Gottstein and Brian Chin

Laura Warner and Thomas Gottstein

Brian Chin and Matt

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant financial impact did the Archegos saga have on Credit Suisse?

A profit of $4.7 billion

A profit of $900 million

A loss of $4.7 billion

A loss of $900 million

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What are the potential additional costs Credit Suisse might face due to ongoing investigations?

Human resources costs

Research and development costs

Marketing and advertising costs

Operational and legal costs

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Thomas Gottstein's position at Credit Suisse during the crises?

CEO

Chief Risk Officer

Chairman

Investment Bank Chief

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was ironic about Thomas Gottstein's situation in 2021?

He was expected to retire but continued working.

He was not involved in any decision-making processes.

He was promoted to CEO without any challenges.

He was expected to have a clean slate but faced multiple crises.