Exelon CEO: It's Not the Time for Another Acquisition

Exelon CEO: It's Not the Time for Another Acquisition

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Interactive Video

Business

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Hard

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The video discusses the growth of utilities, focusing on dividends and steady growth. It highlights Exxon's strategy to increase regulated revenue and its investment plans. The discussion covers natural gas price projections and the impact of winter conditions. Exxon's acquisition of Pepco and its focus on organic growth are explored, along with the potential for further acquisitions. The video also addresses the potential closure of nuclear plants in Illinois and the legislative efforts to support them, emphasizing the importance of carbon mitigation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the company's target for the utility segment's profit contribution over the next five years?

60%

70%

80%

90%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the company focusing on organic growth rather than further acquisitions?

Because of high premiums in the sector

Regulatory restrictions

Due to low market demand

Lack of available companies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the company's current trading position compared to its peers?

Above average

At a premium

At a discount

At parity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the potential closure of the Illinois nuclear plants?

High operational costs

Lack of regulatory support

Decreased demand for nuclear energy

Environmental concerns

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the legal basis for the market design supporting emission-free production in New York?

Government grants

Carbon tax

Subsidies for fossil fuels

Renewable energy credit