Marathon's Bruce Richards on Brexit, Distressed Debt

The video discusses investment strategies in European real estate post-Brexit, focusing on Ireland and the Netherlands. It explores potential Brexit outcomes and their economic impacts, including currency risks and predictions. The video also highlights opportunities in distressed debt markets, particularly in the energy sector, and provides insights into the coal market's recovery.

What are the main reasons for investing in real estate in Ireland and the Netherlands post-Brexit?

• Low financing rates and attractive property valuations

• High property demand and low financing rates

• Low property demand and high financing rates

• High financing rates and low property valuations

What is the expected economic impact on the UK once Brexit is fully processed?

• Growth in the manufacturing sector

• Recession due to regulatory changes

• Stable economy with no significant changes

• Economic boom due to increased trade

What is the current default rate for high yield energy companies?

• 5%

• 1.7%

• 10%

• 26%

What is the most significant opportunity in the distressed debt market according to the transcript?

• Retail sector in the UK

• Energy sector in the US

• Distressed debt becoming equity

• Real estate in Ireland

Which sector is highlighted as having a strong recovery potential due to increased prices?

• Coal

• Solar energy

• Oil

• Natural gas

What has been the percentage increase in met coal prices this year?

• 270%

• 200%

• 150%

• 300%

Which two major coal companies in the US have filed for bankruptcy?

• Alpha and Murray

• Peabody and Arch

• Arch and Alpha

• Peabody and Alpha