Beyond the Bell 07/21/22

The video covers the market close, highlighting Tesla's internal probe into a procurement issue involving glass potentially used for Elon Musk's personal projects. Despite this, Tesla's stock remains strong due to positive earnings. The video also discusses market sentiment, suggesting a relief rally within a bear market. Additionally, Mattel's earnings report is analyzed, showing strong performance despite supply chain challenges.

Who were the hosts counting down to the market close?

• Caroline Hyde, Shonali Bassett, Kriti Gupta

• Taylor Riggs, Tim Sinovic, Carol Massar

• Marcy McGregor, Quincy Crosby, Gina Martin Adams

• Elon Musk, Omid Afshar, Quincy Crosby

What was the main focus of the breaking news about Tesla?

• An internal probe into a key executive

• A new product launch

• A partnership with Mattel

• A stock market crash

What was the market sentiment described in the section?

• Neutral with no significant changes

• Optimistic due to low jobless claims

• Bearish despite a relief rally

• Bullish due to new product launches

Who is Omid Afshar in relation to Elon Musk?

• A marketing executive

• A competitor

• A financial advisor

• A right-hand man and fixer

What was the suspicious procurement order related to?

• Automotive parts

• Real estate investments

• Glass for personal use

• Software licenses

What is the potential implication of the Tesla investigation?

• Expansion of the Austin factory

• Increase in stock prices

• Firing of employees

• A new product launch

What was the main highlight of Mattel's earnings report?

• A decline in net sales

• An increase in gross margin

• A decrease in stock prices

• A partnership with Tesla

How did Mattel plan to address supply chain challenges?

• By outsourcing to China

• By reducing product lines

• By nearshoring production

• By increasing prices

What was the impact of currency fluctuations on Mattel's revenue?

• Decreased revenue by 4%

• Stabilized revenue

• Increased revenue by 4%

• No impact

What is a potential challenge for Mattel in the current economic climate?

• Limited retail partnerships

• High inflation rates

• Decreasing toy popularity

• Lack of consumer demand