Tesco Under Criminal Investigation

Tesco Under Criminal Investigation

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Tesco is under investigation by the Serious Fraud Office for overstating profits by over £250 million. This has led to the suspension of eight senior executives and a significant decline in share value, with investors like Warren Buffett selling shares. New CEO Dave Lewis faces challenges in restoring confidence and managing the company during a critical trading period. Despite the investigation, Tesco aims to maintain transparency and regain consumer trust, emphasizing the importance of focusing on their strengths to avoid further setbacks.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted the Serious Fraud Office to investigate Tesco?

The resignation of the former chief executive

An overstatement of profits by more than £250 million

A merger with a discount rival

A decline in Tesco's market share

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major investor has been selling their shares in Tesco?

Jeff Bezos

Warren Buffett

Elon Musk

Bill Gates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event coincided with the acceleration of Tesco's share price decline?

A successful marketing campaign

The resignation of Philip Clarke

An increase in consumer confidence

The launch of a new product line

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Dave Lewis's approach to handling the investigation?

Denying all allegations

Ensuring complete transparency

Blaming former executives

Ignoring the issue

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must Tesco focus on to avoid further decline?

Cutting down on staff

Believing in their consumers

Increasing product prices

Expanding into new markets