Geopolitical Tensions and Inflation Risks Under Scrutiny at Bloomberg New Voices Sydney

A high-level panel at the Bloomberg New Voices Sydney 2026 event focused on the escalating economic risks stemming from global geopolitical instability. Moderated by Haidi Stroud-Watts, the session brought together senior leadership from Westpac, Goldman Sachs, and Ten Cap to analyze the potential for systemic shocks to the Australian economy. The discussion centered on how shifting geopolitical dynamics could fundamentally reshape Australia's inflation outlook. Luci Ellis, Chief Economist at Westpac, provided insights into the macroeconomic pressures facing the region, while Marissa Freund, Goldman Sachs' Head of M&A for Australia and New Zealand, addressed the implications for corporate investment and deal-making activity. Jun Bei Liu, Founder and Lead Portfolio Manager at Ten Cap, contributed perspectives on how equity and financial market investors should position their portfolios to mitigate risks in the coming months. The panel emphasized that the interplay between international conflict and domestic economic policy will be a primary driver of market sentiment. Ultimately, the experts suggested that investors must remain vigilant as geopolitical shifts continue to pressure global supply chains and influence central bank decision-making, potentially leading to increased volatility across Australian asset classes.