What are our forecasts for the economy now that many indicators have reached a high, and growth is starting to slow? Are there signs of imminent recession?

With indicators being seen to reach a ceiling, persistently very low consumer spending by households and disappointing American unemployment figures, what will be the impacts on equity markets?

Is the European sovereign risk now finally under control?

Will the emerging markets provide long-term buoyancy for world growth and for equity markets in the face of inflationary pressures?


On the occasion of the visit to France of Nigel J Webber, Chief Investment Officer, HSBC Private Bank,

had the pleasure of inviting you to attend the Financial Forum devoted to setting out our investment strategy and held on Tuesday 28 September 2010 at 8:15 in the CEO’s dining room at HSBC France, 109 avenue des Champs Elysées,
Paris 8e