French prosecutor told of 'massive' insider trading at EADS

French prosecutor told of 'massive' insider trading at EADS

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Business, Journalism, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses insider trading allegations involving major shareholders of Airbus' parent company, EADS. The Figaro newspaper revealed that these shareholders sold shares before Airbus' problems became public, saving 90 million euros. The report names Lagardere and Daimler Chrysler, who sold significant stakes before a share price collapse due to A380 delays. The government, advised to sell state holdings, denied illegal trading involvement. Despite plans to deliver the first A380 to Singapore Airlines, Airbus and EADS face ongoing challenges.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the shareholders' sale of shares in EADS?

To invest in a new project

To avoid financial losses from upcoming issues

To comply with government regulations

To support Airbus's new ventures

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major groups were named in the report for selling their stakes in EADS?

Lagardere and Daimler Chrysler

Boeing and Lockheed Martin

Samsung and Sony

General Motors and Ford

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice was given to the Finance Minister regarding the state holdings in EADS?

To merge with another company

To sell part of the state holdings

To increase the state holdings

To invest in new technology

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is the first A380 expected to be delivered to Singapore Airlines?

January 5th

October 15th

November 1st

December 20th

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current state of Airbus and EADS as mentioned in the final section?

They are experiencing clear skies

They are expanding rapidly

They are facing ongoing challenges

They have resolved all issues