Stocks to Watch: Philips, Unilever, Shell, Rio Tinto

The video covers several business news stories. Phillips reports strong financial numbers but faces challenges with a product recall and job cuts. Unilever announces a leadership change with Heinz Schumacher taking over as CEO, following a failed acquisition attempt. Shell is undergoing a restructuring of its business units, with expectations of financial results soon. Lastly, Rio Tinto has lost a radioactive capsule in the Australian desert, a peculiar incident in the commodities sector.

What was the reported EBIT Dara for Phillips, and how did it compare to analysts' expectations?

• €500 million, slightly below expectations

• €600 million, slightly above expectations

• €650 million, almost double the expectations

• €700 million, exactly as expected

What major issue did Phillips face last year that impacted their financials?

• A major lawsuit from a competitor

• A significant drop in stock prices

• A recall of their sleep apnea devices

• A failed merger with another company

Who is set to take over as CEO of Unilever, and when will the transition occur?

• Jane Doe, on September 1st

• John Smith, on August 1st

• Heinz Schumacher, on July 1st

• Alan Jope, on June 1st

What was the outcome of Unilever's attempt to acquire GlaxoSmithKline's health unit?

• The deal was successful

• The deal was rejected by investors

• The deal was postponed

• The deal is still under negotiation

What unusual incident did Rio Tinto experience in the Australian desert?

• A collapsed mine

• A missing radioactive capsule

• A lost shipment of gold

• A major oil spill