22 November 2021
Episode 372
15 minutes
What are the pivotal issues shaping the investment landscape? Find out in the first of two special editions featuring highlights from the 2021 UBS European Conference, the annual forum that brings together the leading political, economic and monetary policy experts. Over the past decade or so the conference has become one of the most important European industry meetings for institutional investors, corporates and policy-makers alike. Featuring highlights from the introductory sessions on monetary policy hosted by UBS Chairman Dr Axel Weber.
22 November 2021
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