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Sector Risks and Priority Responses

Set out below is a snapshot of they key considerations emerging by sector and how these issues may impact businesses in practice. 

Energy (Oil & Gas; Remote Generation Thermal Power Projects)

Price volatility and, in some cases, physical supply constraints are affecting trading positions, supply commitments and project economics.

Agribusiness

Sharp rises in fertiliser and fuel prices are squeezing margins; Higher freight, insurance and delays

Mining & Resources

Sustained volatility and elevated prices for diesel, gas and explosives impacting mining, processing and remote power generation costs; pressure on margins, cash flow and project economics,  

Infrastructure & Construction

Increased input and freight costs across infrastructure projects are creating margin pressure and risk reallocation issues rather than immediate inability to perform.

Financing Arrangements

Increased credit and counterparty risk for energy exposed borrowers; potential pressure on asset values and financing assumptions. Insurers may seek to deny claims based on force majeure clauses.

Retail & Consumer-facing Businesses

Indirect cost pressure flowing through supply chains; heightened sensitivity around price increases and customer response.