Winners Rationale

“A global leader in private infrastructure investment, Macquarie Asset Management has been making strides in Asia’s private wealth space with the launch of its differentiated open-ended funds,” said Stanley Li, senior reporter at Asian Private Banker.

“The Macquarie Energy Transition Infrastructure (METI) Fund leverages the firm’s dedicated energy private infrastructure team, which boasts a strong track record of successfully investing in the supply side of the energy super cycle. The fund co-invests with Macquarie Group’s flagship institutional strategies, specifically those focused on energy transition and green energy technologies, underscoring the group’s strong commitment to this vital and rapidly growing private infrastructure sector.

“Since its inception, the fund has delivered stellar net returns and a consistent cash yield, attracting steady inflows, especially from Asia’s private wealth investors, amid the widespread enthusiasm for AI. By building out a private wealth distribution force, leveraging a ‘joint-coverage model’ with institutional teams, Macquarie Asset Management is also strategically scaling its footprint in Asia’s private wealth space.

“For its commitment and expertise in energy transition, which is the cornerstone of sustainable economies, Asian Private Banker is delighted to present Macquarie Asset Management with Best New Fund – ESG/Sustainability.”