Nelson Peltzs Trian Calls for Breakup of Dupont

The video discusses the contrasting economic stimulus approaches of the US and China, with the US reducing bond buying while China adds stimulus due to slowdown concerns. It highlights activist investor Nelson Peltz's campaign for DuPont's breakup after failed private negotiations, and his interest in other companies like PepsiCo and Citigroup. Additionally, it covers Citigroup's significant increase in derivatives holdings despite regulatory efforts to control such financial instruments, which were central to the credit crisis.

What is the main difference in economic strategies between the US and China as discussed in the video?

• Both the US and China are increasing their bond-buying programs.

• The US is increasing its bond-buying program, while China is reducing stimulus.

• Both the US and China are reducing their economic stimulus.

• The US is reducing its bond-buying program, while China is adding stimulus.

Who is the activist investor pushing for the breakup of DuPont?

• Warren Buffett

• Nelson Peltz

• George Soros

• Carl Icahn

Which company did Nelson Peltz's firm, Trian Capital Management, target after DuPont?

• Amazon

• Microsoft

• Apple

• PepsiCo

What financial instrument has Citigroup increased on its books by almost 70%?

• Derivatives

• Bonds

• Stocks

• Real Estate

Why is Citigroup's increased involvement in derivatives significant?

• Derivatives were a major factor in the credit crisis.

• Derivatives are a new financial instrument.

• Derivatives are only used by small financial institutions.

• Derivatives are not regulated by any financial authority.