Macquarie's interim results missed expectations, causing a drop in the company's share price due to a write-down on offshore wind assets and weaker earnings from its commodities division.
The asset manager and investment bank reported profits approximately 12% below market forecasts. Although higher performance fees from the asset management sector provided some support, they were outweighed by losses in other areas.
Macquarie CEO Shemara Wikramanayake pledged to emphasize organic growth and deepen the firm’s presence in private market investments to overcome the difficulties faced during the past year and to reassure investors concerned about future earnings.
"I will prioritise organic growth and make further inroads in private market investments."
The company’s mixed results and cautious outlook have triggered jitters among shareholders, highlighting the need for renewed confidence in Macquarie’s earnings trajectory.
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Summary: Macquarie's CEO aims to drive organic expansion and strengthen private market investment amid a tough year marked by lower profits and investor concerns.