Investment conference tackles sustainable development

Top business leaders, economists and government policymakers in the country are scheduled to gather anew at the upcoming Philippine Investment Conference on Sept. 27.

Bearing the theme, “Sustaining Development in a World of Policy Divergence,” the gathering is seen as timely following last month’s pronouncement by the government that the Philippines’ economy grew at seven percent in the second quarter from a year earlier, its highest level in three years despite the numerous challenges facing most economies globally and the consequences of differing fiscal and monetary policies.

The conference is co-hosted by CFA Institute and CFA Society Philippines where expected presentation highlights would include insights from the country’s primary movers in the business and financial sectors, investors and economists, as they appraise the economic prospects under the Duterte administration.

The Duterte administration is generally seen by the business community as being on the right track owing to its tough stance against criminality and corruption, its priority on infrastructure spending, and other policies expected to generate further economic advancement.

“The Philippine Investment Conference is a major part of our advocacy. We want to create awareness of industry issues, and impart knowledge to inform and benefit those in the country’s financial sector, which ultimately will benefit the Philippine society,” CFA Society Philippines president Cristina Arceo said.

The CFA Society Philippines is an association of local investment professionals and is a part of a global network of more than 137,000 finance and investment professionals in more than 145 countries and territories. It promotes the highest ethical standards and professional excellence within the local investment community.