Dynegy CEO Flexon on Energy, M&A, Debt and Cash

The video discusses the dynamics of the energy market, focusing on coal and natural gas. It explores how political policies, particularly those of the Trump administration, impact energy generation and market trends. The importance of maintaining a balanced energy portfolio is highlighted, with a focus on the challenges and opportunities in the energy sector, including potential leveraged buyouts.

What happens to coal plants as power prices rise?

• They shut down.

• They require more subsidies.

• They become less profitable.

• They become more profitable.

What is the impact of eliminating subsidies on coal generation?

• It leads to more coal plant closures.

• It has no effect on coal generation.

• It increases coal's capacity factor.

• It decreases coal's capacity factor.

What is a potential outcome if the market functions based on the cheapest provider?

• Natural gas will become uneconomic.

• Other types of plants may shut down.

• Coal plants will shut down.

• More nuclear plants will be built.

What is a potential risk of Trump's pro-fossil fuel stance?

• Increased nuclear power generation.

• Higher electricity demand.

• Decreased natural gas production.

• More natural gas flooding the market.

What is the effect of a national policy on carbon-free generation?

• It would increase state-level interference.

• It would ensure the most economic plants run.

• It would decrease competition.

• It would lead to more subsidies.

What has been a significant challenge for Dynegy in the past year?

• Increased demand for electricity.

• Higher oil prices.

• Market collapse with lower oil prices.

• Excessive government subsidies.

What is Dynegy's focus going forward?

• Becoming a high-cost supplier.

• Expanding coal generation.

• Becoming a low-cost, reliable, and environmentally sound supplier.

• Increasing reliance on nuclear power.