Total Seeks New Leadership as Tragedy Befalls CEO

The transcript discusses Totale's potential appointment of Patrick Pouyan as the new CEO, following the death of Christophe de Margerie. Pouyan currently leads the refining and chemicals division. The UK retail sector is also covered, highlighting a 5% decline in first-half profits and missed analyst estimates. Despite this, full-year earnings are expected to align with forecasts, contingent on Argus's performance during the Christmas trading period.

Who is being considered for the position of CEO at TotalEnergies?

• Christophe de Margerie

• Patrick Pouyan

• Les Echos

• Argus

What unfortunate event led to the need for a new CEO at TotalEnergies?

• A plane crash

• A retirement

• A boardroom dispute

• A financial scandal

What is Patrick Pouyan's current role at TotalEnergies?

• Chief Operating Officer

• Head of Refining and Chemicals

• Chief Financial Officer

• Head of Marketing

What was the percentage decline in the UK retail chain's first-half profit?

• 3%

• 5%

• 10%

• 7%

What period is crucial for the UK retail chain's future earnings?

• Christmas trading period

• Easter holidays

• Summer sales

• Back-to-school season