Blackstone's Schwarzman: Capital Deployment Not That Hard

The video discusses the challenges and strategies of capital deployment, particularly in firms like Blackstone. It highlights the impact of low global interest rates on investment opportunities and the ease of raising funds. Despite challenges, Blackstone has successfully deployed capital in real estate and private equity. The video also touches on the need for returns in a low-interest world, driving investments in certain asset classes.

What is the main challenge in capital deployment according to the first section?

• Raising money

• Managing assets

• Deploying capital smartly

• Finding investors

Why is it easier to raise money in the current global economic environment?

• High interest rates

• Low and negative interest rates

• Abundance of investment opportunities

• Strict financial regulations

What drives investors to asset classes managed by firms like Blackstone?

• Short-term gains

• High risk

• Desperate need for returns

• Government incentives

What sector is mentioned as having new opportunities despite rising prices?

• Real estate

• Technology

• Energy

• Healthcare

How did global events impact financial businesses in the first quarter?

• Increased profits

• Expansion of operations

• Business as usual

• Everything stopped