Everyone remains worried about the slow train wreck that is the European debt crisis. Despite this, the Australian economy is accelerating. The minerals investment boom and the associated activity are providing a floor under growth. Furthermore, households appear comfortable enough with their position to start spending again.

The high Australian dollar, weak demand in key international markets, and modest demand outside the mining industry means many other trade-exposed industries are in decline. Non-trade-exposed firms also remain on the sidelines due to low confidence, excess capacity, declining Government spending, and difficult funding conditions. Hence, investment and employment remains weak, which is a concern for medium-term growth

An important silver lining is that inflation is falling and the RBA has lowered interest rates.

BIS Shrapnel's Business Forecasting Conferences provide a forum for the presentation of our latest 18 month forecasts and a concise overview of major issues influencing the economy, building and property markets. They are held every March and September in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.

BIS is pleased to invite you to our 96th biannual conference on the Australian economy, building and property industries. Held biannually, since 1964, these half day briefings will provide a concise overview of these sectors to assist businesses with short to medium-term planning and budgeting through to mid/late 2013. Delegates receive a set of Conference papers, including the 18 month forecasts, along with a summary of the analysis and commentary.

Registration Fees (inc GST)

• The Cost to attend each briefing is $770, or attend the full day including the luncheon for $1,672. Delegates receive a set of Conference Papers to the relevant briefings.

• Subscribers to BIS Shrapnel's Economic Outlook and Building Industry Prospects monthly bulletin services receive two complimentary seats to the relevant briefing, twice yearly (value $3,080). 

• For those unable to attend, Conference Papers are available post event for $440 per set. more
  

For Conference or Subscription enquiries, please contact Joy Xenita, Subscriptions and Conference Client Services Manager on 02 8458 4200 or jxenita@bis.com.au