U.S. Stocks in Record Territory

U.S. Stocks in Record Territory

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The video covers a four-day rally in the S&P 500, economic indicators, North Korea's internet outage linked to a cyberattack on Sony, and the UN's response. It discusses Greece's political challenges, Russian economic measures to support banks, and BMW's recall of cars due to faulty Takata airbags.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the factors that helped the stock market recover from a recent plunge?

A decrease in oil prices

The Fed's decision to be patient on interest rate hikes

A surge in technology stocks

An increase in consumer spending

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to North Korea's internet outage?

A cyberattack accusation by the US

A natural disaster

Technical maintenance

A power failure

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the consequence if the Greek Prime Minister's candidate failed in the final vote?

A new candidate would be nominated

A referendum would be held

The parliament would be dissolved

The Prime Minister would resign

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measure did Russian lawmakers take to support banks?

Allowing the Deposit Insurance Agency to acquire stakes in banks

Providing tax incentives

Lowering interest rates

Increasing government spending

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did BMW issue a nationwide recall?

Transmission issues

Engine malfunctions

Faulty Takata airbags

Brake system failures