Stocks to Watch in Europe: HSBC, IHG, Engie

Stocks to Watch in Europe: HSBC, IHG, Engie

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The video discusses the performance of key sectors, starting with the UK banking sector, focusing on HSBC's strong pretax profit but concerns over rising costs and FX movements. It also covers the hotel sector, highlighting IHG's performance compared to pre-pandemic levels and its resilience in a recession. Finally, it examines the French energy sector, particularly Engie's growth due to rising gas prices, while noting potential challenges from taxes and price caps.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for HSBC's pretax profit increase in the last quarter?

Decreasing operational costs

Rising interest rates

Reduction in staff bonuses

Expansion into new markets

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which factor is contributing to the drop in HSBC's stock price?

Decline in global economic conditions

Increased competition from local banks

Rising technology payouts and variable pay for staff

Decreased market share

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does IHG Intercontinental's current revenue compare to pre-pandemic levels?

Equal to pre-pandemic levels

20% below pre-pandemic levels

7% below pre-pandemic levels

10% above pre-pandemic levels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge facing IHG Intercontinental in the current market?

Increased competition from new hotel chains

Difficulty in reaching pre-pandemic room booking levels

Rising costs of hotel maintenance

Decline in international tourism

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential issue could affect Engie's financial performance despite its recent success?

Loss of major contracts

Windfall tax and energy price caps

Increased operational costs

Decreasing gas prices