Michael Rake de Worldplay espera que prevalezca el sentido común en el comercio mundial

The video discusses global trade, economic growth, and the impact of political volatility on business stability. It highlights China's role in global trade and the implications of Brexit on the customs union. The discussion also covers the influence of activist investors on banks like Barclays.

What is a key concern for businesses regarding global trade policies?

• Decreasing consumer demand

• High employee turnover

• Lack of innovation in technology

• Unilateral actions leading to unintended consequences

How has China contributed to the global economy post-2008 financial crisis?

• By isolating its markets

• By reducing its exports

• By driving global economic growth

• By increasing tariffs

What is the significance of the customs union for the UK?

• It allows the UK to impose tariffs on EU goods

• It helps maintain an integrated European supply chain

• It restricts UK trade with non-EU countries

• It eliminates the need for trade agreements

What is a potential benefit of staying in some form of customs union for the UK?

• Ability to negotiate separate trade deals with the EU

• Increased tariffs on EU imports

• Simplified trade processes with the EU

• Complete independence from EU regulations

What is the role of activist investors in large banks like Barclays?

• To eliminate investment banking capabilities

• To increase the bank's debt

• To challenge and refine business strategies

• To reduce the bank's market share

Why is it important for the UK to have a British-based bank with investment banking capabilities?

• To reduce the size of the bank's balance sheet

• To eliminate competition from foreign banks

• To support the UK economy with diverse financial services

• To focus solely on retail banking

What is a suggested approach when dealing with activist investors?

• Engage and learn from their perspectives

• Ignore their suggestions

• Dismiss their involvement in business strategies

• Immediately implement all their demands