Middle East Tensions and Investment Implications for Infrastructure

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Overview

In this episode of Pathways, Daniel McCormack, Head of Research at Macquarie Asset Management, is joined by Liam Auer from the utilities investment team to discuss the investment implications of the current conflict in the Middle East. They explore how energy markets are responding, the outlook for inflation and growth, and what the shifting geopolitical landscape means for infrastructure investors—from renewables and networks to flexibility, resilience and security of supply.

Key topics

• Geopolitical conflict in the Middle East
• Energy market impacts
• Europe-specific energy security
• Macro outlook
• Implications within utilities, infrastructure and other sectors
• Monetary policy and rates
• Investor takeaways and portfolio positioning

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Macquarie Asset Management

Macquarie Asset Management

Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) is a leading global asset manager, trusted by institutions, individuals and communities to responsibly manage $US497.6 billion in assets. MAM provides clients with a diverse range of investment solutions that seek to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns.

Macquarie Asset Management is part of Macquarie Group, a diversified global financial services group operating in asset management, retail and business banking, wealth management, as well as advisory, and risk and capital solutions across debt, equity, financial markets and commodities. Founded in 1969, Macquarie Group employs over 19,100 people in 30 markets and is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange.

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Head of Americas Insurance Solutions 
Shannon.Pons@macquarie.com 
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