Think Again
Think Again
Macquarie Asset Management
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Emerging markets: Timing, trends, and transformation
Despite global trade uncertainties, emerging markets are gaining attention and sparking investor interest. Alexis Freyeisen, Senior Client Portfolio Manager, discusses the key factors driving these opportunities, from the transformative impact of technology to the importance of timing in this dynamic landscape. ©2025 Macquarie Group Limited [4783426] Relevant disclaimers and other information can be found here.
Sep 4, 2025
11 min
What the tax bill means for municipal bond investors
As the One Big Beautiful Bill makes its way through Washington, Whitney Sweeney, Senior Client Portfolio Manager at Macquarie Asset Management, discusses the potential implications on the municipal bond market and what opportunities lie ahead for fixed income investors. ©2025 Macquarie Group Limited [4608987] Relevant disclaimers and other information can be found here.
Jun 27, 2025
21 min
Investing in infrastructure: Foundation during volatility
Infrastructure as an asset class has the potential to provide both growth and stability for investors, particularly during volatile periods. Chris Leslie, Senior Managing Director of the Green Investments team at Macquarie Asset Management, offers valuable insights into how infrastructure can deliver strong risk-adjusted returns and serve as a hedge against inflation. He also discusses strategies for allocating infrastructure investments and highlights the diversification benefits they can br...
May 21, 2025
20 min
Durable pricing power: The core characteristic for quality investors
How do growth investors withstand market volatility? Brad Klapmeyer, Senior Portfolio Manager, discusses how companies with strong pricing power can mitigate risk during inflationary times. Learn the key characteristics that make these companies resilient and how investors can identify and leverage these traits for long-term growth. ©2025 Macquarie Group Limited [4467330] Relevant disclaimers and other information can be found here.
May 8, 2025
17 min
Will municipal bonds stay tax-free?
As tariffs take center stage in the headlines, Whitney Sweeney, Senior Client Portfolio Manager at Macquarie Asset Management, discusses the importance of municipal bonds’ tax-exempt status in enabling state and local governments to fund critical infrastructure and other projects. In this volatile economic and political climate, Whitney shares valuable insights into the future of municipal bonds and highlights key factors that investors should be watching in the months ahead. ©2025 Macquari...
Apr 15, 2025
15 min
Big opportunities on the horizon for small caps
Small-cap equities are gaining attention as a compelling investment opportunity. Drew Schneider, Client Portfolio Manager at Macquarie Asset Management, discusses the factors driving the attractiveness of small caps in 2025. From mean reversion to earnings growth, Drew offers valuable insights for investors seeking to capitalize on this timely opportunity. Explore our Outlook 2025: Plan for growth, prepare for volatility ©2025 Macquarie Group Limited [4337769] Relevant disclaimers and ...
Mar 25, 2025
13 min
Beyond the headlines: Tap into emerging markets growth
Emerging markets play a key role in driving the global economy. Jeffrey Wang, Senior Equity Analyst on the Emerging Markets Equity Team, discusses how the team is navigating the evolving landscape and identifies key themes and long-term growth opportunities for investors. Explore our Outlook 2025: Plan for growth, prepare for volatility ©2025 Macquarie Group Limited [4303211] Relevant disclaimers and other information can be found here.
Mar 12, 2025
16 min
Maximizing yield in a volatile market
As the yield curve normalizes, investors have a prime opportunity to reposition fixed income portfolios and reallocate cash into higher-yielding options. Hear from Greg Gizzi, Head of US Fixed Income and Municipal Bonds at Macquarie Asset Management, as he discusses strategies for maximizing yield and uncovering opportunities within municipal bonds, along with practical steps to manage risk. Explore our Outlook 2025: Plan for growth, prepare for volatility ©2025 Macquarie Group Limited [42140...
Feb 24, 2025
18 min
The future grid: Investing in the new industrial era
Soaring demand drives the need for major advancements in energy and infrastructure. Hear from Chris Leslie, Senior Managing Director for Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) Green Investments, and Sam Halpert, Head of Global Natural Resources Equity, unpack the trends driving long-term growth, and the investment opportunities across public and private markets. Explore our Outlook 2025: Plan for growth, prepare for volatility ©2025 Macquarie Group Limited [4182473] Relevant disclaimers and other...
Feb 7, 2025
21 min
The focused few: Being intentional in equity markets
The lack of breadth in large-cap equity markets should concern investors. Brad Klapmeyer, Senior Portfolio Manager, explains why a quality-first investment philosophy seeking intentional concentration can help investors manage market risks, especially in times of volatility. Explore our Outlook 2025: Plan for growth, prepare for volatility ©2025 Macquarie Group Limited [4114223] Relevant disclaimers and other information can be found here.
Jan 8, 2025
25 min
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