We are delighted to host an exclusive economic briefing with Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist for Australia, New Zealand and Global Commodities at HSBC. Paul was recently recognised by the AFR as the top Australian economic forecaster for 2024, having accurately predicted the RBA's interest rate decisions in previous years - and again for 2025.
Drawing on his experience at the RBA and a passion for economics, Paul thrives on connecting with businesses and individuals to share his insights. In this session, he will provide a clear and compelling overview of the Australian economy within the global context.
This session is an invaluable opportunity for business leaders, policy makers, and stakeholders to stay informed and better prepared for the economic challenges and opportunities ahead.
Tickets
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Paul Bloxham
Chief Economist, Australia, New Zealand and Global Commodities - HSBC Bank Australia Limited
Paul Bloxham
Chief Economist, Australia, New Zealand and Global Commodities
Paul Bloxham is chief spokesperson for HSBC on forecasts and trends for Australian and New Zealand economies and their interaction with global financial markets and international economies and a key spokesperson on HSBC’s unique view on global commodity markets. A regular commentator on local and international business television and he also contributes opinion editorials to media. Paul’s team has won a number of forecasting awards, including: Consensus Economics award for best forecaster for the Australian economy in 2021, and Focus Economics awards for best forecaster for New Zealand in 2023 and both Australia and New Zealand in 2017.
Prior to joining HSBC in 2010, Paul spent 12 years as an economist with the Reserve Bank of Australia. Paul holds a Master's degree in public financial policy from the London School of Economics and Bachelor of Commerce in economics with honours from Curtin University. He is an Adjunct Professor at Curtin University.
