Navigating the Economic Outlook with Westpac

The New Zealand China Trade Association and Westpac invite members and guests to join Westpac Senior Economist Satish Ranchhod for an update on the forces likely to shape New Zealand’s economy over the coming year. Satish will discuss the outlook for interest rates, inflation and the housing market, as well as the wider domestic and global conditions businesses should be watching. The presentation will be followed by a moderated Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions and explore what the changing outlook could mean for their businesses. Following the discussion, guests are invited to continue the conversation and connect with members of the NZCTA and Westpac communities over a light lunch. Registration includes the economic outlook presentation, moderated Q&A and light lunch. PROGRAMME 12:00pm — Registration and arrival 12:15pm — Welcome remarks from NZCTA 12:20pm — Introduction of Satish Ranchhod 12:25pm — Economic outlook presentation 12:55pm — Q&A moderated by NZCTA 1:10pm — Closing remarks from Westpac 1:15pm — Light lunch and networking 2:00pm — Event concludes ABOUT THE SPEAKER Satish Ranchhod is a Senior Economist in Westpac New Zealand’s Economics team. He has worked as an economist for more than 20 years and is one of New Zealand’s leading inflation analysts. Satish joined Westpac in 2014, following his role as an adviser at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. His work focuses on analysing and forecasting the New Zealand economy, with particular expertise in inflation and domestic demand. He has also led research into the economic effects of the Canterbury earthquakes and developments in the global economy during the global financial crisis. Places are limited. Register now to hear the latest economic outlook and connect with fellow members of the New Zealand–China business community.