Stocks Climb on Republican Win

The video discusses the impact of Republican victories on the S&P 500, highlighting a historical trend of investor optimism post-elections. It covers the US dollar's rise against the yen and positive job growth, as reported by ADP. Mondelez's financial performance is analyzed, noting their earnings surpassing estimates and improved forecasts. The Federal Reserve's approach to ending its bond-buying program is explained, emphasizing the importance of economic conditions and independence from Congress. Lastly, the video reports on a Spanish nursing assistant's recovery from Ebola and the controversy surrounding the euthanization of her dog.

What historical trend is observed in the stock market following midterm elections?

• Investors often bid up stocks.

• Investors tend to sell off stocks.

• Investors ignore political changes.

• Investors usually hold their stocks.

What milestone did the US dollar achieve against the Japanese yen?

• A seven-year high

• A five-year high

• A ten-year high

• A three-year high

Which company's shares rose due to cost-cutting measures and positive earnings forecasts?

• Nestle

• Mondelez

• PepsiCo

• Kraft Heinz

What did Richard Fisher emphasize about the Federal Reserve's bond-buying program?

• It is fixed and unchangeable.

• It is conditional on the state of the economy.

• It is based on political decisions.

• It is independent of economic conditions.

What was the reaction of the nursing assistant in Spain after recovering from Ebola?

• She praised Spanish officials for their actions.

• She criticized the execution of her dog.

• She decided to move to another country.

• She refused to speak to the media.