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Trans-Tasman Business Circle: Economic Forecast 2022

Trans-Tasman Business Circle: Economic Forecast 2022

31 January 2022

The Trans-Tasman Business Circle will host its annual Economic Forecast on 7 February.

This virtual event will be moderated by ABA CEO Anna Bligh and feature:
– Marnie Baker, MD & CEO, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
– Peter King, Group CEO, Westpac Group

“A year of economic recovery, continued digital acceleration and a federal election; 2022 is shaping up to be a year of opportunity, innovation, and growth.”

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