Insights & Indicators

Dive into intriguing macroeconomic questions shaping 2025! Discover the evolution of monetary policy since the '90s and how tariffs factor into economic performance. Explore Europe's geopolitical challenges and the calls for increased defense spending amid shifting U.S. policies. Plus, see how upcoming reforms in Europe and political changes could influence tech investments and AI-driven market dynamics. This discussion is packed with insights for savvy investors looking ahead!

In this episode, Ruulke Bagijn, Global Head of Investment Solutions for Carlyle and Head of AlpInvest, joins Jason to share her insights on improved investor sentiment, changes in capital markets activity, and the outlook for secondaries in 2025. Our research disclosure is available at https://www.carlyle.com/notices-and-disclaimers

In this episode, David Rubenstein, Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of Carlyle, joins Jason Thomas to share his thoughts on the outcome of the US presidential election, potential policies under the Trump administration, and the uniqueness of a second presidential term that’s not consecutive. Our research disclosure is available at https://www.carlyle.com/notices-and-disclaimers

In this episode, Admiral James Stavridis, USN (Ret), Carlyle’s Vice Chair of Global Affairs, joins Jason for a discussion about geopolitics, including what the US presidential election may mean for Ukraine, how Israel may respond to recent attacks, and the recent dispute between China and the Philippines. Our research disclosure is available at https://www.carlyle.com/notices-and-disclaimers.

In this episode, Jeff Nedelman, Carlyle’s Head of Global Distribution, joins Jason for a discussion about the Fed’s rate cut, its potential impact on the US economy, and other topics from our Global Investor Conference. Our research disclosure is available at https://www.carlyle.com/notices-and-disclaimers.

In this episode, Shane Clifford, Carlyle’s Head of Global Wealth, joins Jason for a discussion about the growing democratization of alternative investments, and what’s fueling this trend among individual investors. Our research disclosure is available at https://www.carlyle.com/notices-and-disclaimers.

In this episode, Peter Cornelius, Chief Economist for AlpInvest, joins Jason for a discussion about what he’s seeing and hearing from AlpInvest investors in light of the current economic landscape. Our research disclosure is available at https://www.carlyle.com/notices-and-disclaimers.

In this episode, Meg Starr, Global Head of Corporate Affairs, joins Jason for a discussion about the firm’s sustainability efforts, notable highlights and trends, and this year’s ESG report. Our research disclosure is available at https://www.carlyle.com/notices-and-disclaimers.

What’s the state of credit markets in 2024? Mark Jenkins, Head of Global Credit, joins Jason for a discussion about the opportunities in credit markets, what’s driving demand, and bank disintermediation. Our research disclosure is available at https://www.carlyle.com/notices-and-disclaimers.

Jeff Currie, Chief Strategy Officer at Carlyle and a leading commodity analyst, dives into the intricacies of energy pathways. He explains how the shift to renewable energy is not just about adding sources, but transforming the entire infrastructure. The conversation emphasizes the role of policy in steering decarbonization and how the financial landscape impacts energy resources. Currie also highlights the significance of copper due to increased electricity demand driven by AI advancements, challenging conventional divestment strategies.