Emerson Appoints New Board Member After Pressure From D.E. Shaw

The video discusses Emerson's strategic review, including potential corporate governance changes and cost-cutting measures. It highlights the company's 2020 guidance, which indicates a decline, and explores the possibility of breaking up the company into separate divisions. Economic concerns, such as trade tensions and the presidential election, are also addressed, impacting Emerson's outlook.

What challenges does Emerson face in relation to the spending slowdown in oil and gas companies?

What are the potential implications of breaking up Emerson into different divisions?