France’s Le Maire Says He'll Ensure Stability at Renault

The transcript discusses the impact of Carlos Ghosn's arrest on the Renault-Nissan alliance. French Finance Minister Bruno Lemay comments on the situation, emphasizing the need for stability. The alliance, built by Ghosn, faces uncertainty but remains crucial due to shared platforms and cost savings. Despite challenges, the alliance has been successful in improving both companies' performance.

What was the main concern of the French Finance Minister regarding Renault and Nissan?

• The potential for a merger between Renault and Nissan

• The instability caused by Carlos Ghosn's situation

• The need for more electric vehicles

• The success of the alliance

What was the investors' hope regarding the Renault-Nissan alliance before Carlos Ghosn's arrest?

• A reduction in the number of shared platforms

• A deepening of the alliance leading to a merger

• A complete dissolution of the alliance

• An increase in electric vehicle production

Why is a complete reversal of the Renault-Nissan alliance considered unlikely?

• The companies generate cost savings through shared components

• Renault and Nissan are planning to merge

• The companies have no shared platforms

• The alliance has not been successful

What was one of Carlos Ghosn's significant contributions to the Renault-Nissan alliance?

• Dissolving the alliance

• Reducing the number of shared platforms

• Building the alliance and achieving cost savings

• Increasing the number of autonomous vehicles

What challenge would Renault face if it operated independently in Europe?

• Too many shared platforms

• Over-reliance on Nissan

• Lack of economies of scale

• Excessive production of electric vehicles