BlackRock's Barry Says Infrastructure Deals Are Tough

The video discusses the current state of investment in the US, focusing on the energy and infrastructure sectors. It highlights the challenges in creating scalable investment opportunities and the lack of correlation between infrastructure needs and private sector investment. The discussion also covers public-private partnerships, emphasizing the need for risk transfer and revenue generation. The video concludes with insights on the timing and implementation of such programs, noting that cohesive policy and effective administration are crucial.

What are the main challenges in mobilizing investment for infrastructure in the United States?

What role does risk transfer play in public-private partnerships?

How does the private sector's involvement in infrastructure investment differ from public sector funding?

What are the implications of infrastructure funding being either taxed or charged to users?

What factors contribute to the timeline for mobilizing substantial privatization or public-private partnership programs?