WAGBA is delighted to invite you to our highly anticipated WAGBA-HSBC Economic Outlook Breakfast 2026!
Joining us this year once again, with a presentation of his informative keynote speech, is Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist Australia & New Zealand at HSBC, who The Australian Financial Review ranked as the most accurate forecaster of 2024 based on his predictions for the cash rate, unemployment, and inflation.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast as we dive into key economic topics shaping our region in 2026, all in the company of fellow WAGBA members, friends, and partners.
About Paul Bloxham:
Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist Australia & New Zealand at HSBC, was ranked by The Australian Financial Review as the most accurate forecaster of 2024, based on his predictions for the cash rate, unemployment, and inflation.
Paul’s primary focus is on forecasts and trends for the Australian and NZ economies and their interaction with global financial markets and international economies.
Prior to joining HSBC in 2010, Paul Bloxham spent 12 years as an economist within the Reserve Bank of Australia's Economic Analysis Department, where he headed up the overseas economies and financial conditions sections, as well as working on domestic forecasting and prices. As a regular commentator on local and international business television and a frequent contributor of opinion editorials to the Australian newspapers, Paul is also an Adjunct Professor at Curtin University, and holds a Master's degree in public financial policy from the London School of Economics.
Paul’s presentations are made with knowledge, passion, and in the current economic situation, we can expect some level of drama.
Event Overview
Date:
Tuesday, 3 March 2026
Location:
Duxton Hotel, Perth
Start:
7:30 AM (Registration opens at 7:00 AM)
Language:
English
Cost:
AHK Australien Members: $55 (incl. GST)
Note:
Seating will be arranged in tables of 10, so we encourage everyone to book in numbers of 10 where possible.