What do the Iran conflict, rising jet fuel prices, and aircraft shortages mean for airlines and investors? Jim McManus of AB CarVal breaks down the forces driving today's aviation market, from geopolitical risk and energy volatility to the long-term supply/demand imbalance in aircraft leasing. The episode also explores why private credit has become an increasingly important source of financing for the global airline industry.
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