About this episode
In this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley sits down with Michael McDonnell, founder of MMD Global Advisory, to dive deep into Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the NEOM project challenges, and the broader impact of global trade wars. They explore how Trump’s tariffs are reshaping global finance, Saudi Arabia's financial future, U.S. energy dominance, and smart investment strategies during times of volatility. Gain insights into ESG's unexpected benefits to oil and gas, America's natural resource strategy, and why global investors are turning to the U.S. now more than ever. Topics Covered: Saudi Arabia’s economic future and Vision 2030 The NEOM city project's risks and realities How Trump’s trade policies are reshaping global markets Best investment strategies during high volatility The surprising upside of ESG on U.S. energy America's shift toward energy independence Technology innovations in nuclear and clean energy