Biden Tells Big Oil to Stop Stock Buybacks

Biden Tells Big Oil to Stop Stock Buybacks

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Business, Architecture, Engineering

University

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The video discusses the significant drop in oil prices since mid-June, highlighting a 30% decrease. Despite this, gas prices at the pump have not fallen proportionately, which is deemed unfair. If retailers and refiners were making average profits, Americans would pay $0.60 less per gallon. The speaker urges energy companies to use their profits to increase production and refining instead of stock buybacks or dividends, especially during wartime. This would benefit both the companies and the American public by providing fairer gas prices.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage drop in oil prices is mentioned in the video?

20%

30%

50%

40%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much less per gallon would Americans pay if retailers earned average profits?

$0.60

$0.50

$0.80

$0.30

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the suggested use of profits for American energy companies?

Increase stock buybacks

Pay higher dividends

Increase production and refining

Expand overseas operations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main message to American energy companies in the video?

Reduce workforce

Increase advertising

Invest in American production

Focus on international markets

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected outcome for shareholders if energy companies follow the suggested actions?

Shareholders will lose money

Shareholders will do very well

Shareholders will break even

Shareholders will face losses