Deciphering the New Era of Higher Interest Rates

May 2, 2023
12:30–13:00 (Europe/Paris time zone)

About this session

The unexpected pace of interest rate hikes in 2022 was one of the triggers for turmoil in the financial sector earlier this year. If we are now in a prolonged era of higher rates, where else — such as labour markets or debt sustainability — might strains be felt? Please arrive early, as space will be very limited. Access will be provided on a first come first served basis

Speakers

MB
Max von Bismarck
Chief Business Officer
Raisin
KH
Karen Harris
Managing Director, Macro Trends Group
Bain & Company
SS
Steve Sedgwick
Anchor
CNBC
JS
Jorge Sicilia
Chief Economist
BBVA

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