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Venezuela in Turmoil: U.S. Intervention and Market Risk

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Season 10, Episode 1

Kicking off our first episode of 2026, Know More. Risk Better. explores the political and economic fallout following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, examining scenarios for regime change, US intervention, and market reactions. Zachary Griffiths and Conor Beakey dive into Venezuela’s oil sector challenges, sanctions relief prospects, and the broader implications of US policy in Latin America, including risks to regional stability and historical context for interventions. Gain timely analysis and actionable insights for investors seeking to understand evolving geopolitical risks and opportunities in emerging markets. 

Zachary Griffiths, CFA
Head of US Investment Grade & Macro Strategy, CreditSights

Conor Beakey
Head of Latin America Country Risk, BMI

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