Navigating the Steel Market Forces in 2025

7 May 2025
Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Event Overview

NCI and the Australian Steel Association (ASA), invited members to an exclusive industry breakfast featuring a tailored economic update for the steel sector, presented by renowned economist Stephen Koukoulas.

Stephen brought a unique blend of global insight and local expertise. As the founder of Market Economics, he is a leading voice on issues such as inflation, interest rates, housing, and fiscal policy. His impressive career includes roles as Chief Economist at Citibank, Head of Global Research at TD in London, and Senior Economic Advisor to the Australian Prime Minister.

Over breakfast, Stephen shared timely insights into the economic forces shaping the steel industry—from shifting market demand and supply chain dynamics to broader economic trends influencing the sector today and into the future.

 

EVENT DETAILS

📅 Wednesday, 7th May 2025
🕗 9:00am – 11:00am
📍 Hyatt Centric Melbourne – 25 Downie St, Melbourne

Event Speakers

Stephen Koukoulas

Stephen Koukoulas

Economist & Director, Market Economics

Few economists have both the global and local experience of Stephen Koukoulas. He is an economic thought leader in his role with his business, Market Economics.

Stephen is often driving the debate on housing, consumer spending, investment strategies, interest rates and budget policy. He does this by drawing on his unique background including his experience heading global research for TD in London, his role as Chief Economist of Citibank and Former Senior Economic Advisor to the Australian Prime Minister.

When it comes to the economy, Stephen continues to cover the big issues. He does so independently, without the constraints of many of the bank economists who are limited by what they can say. Stephen’s views are presented without fear or favour.

Stephen is the go-to economist for many businesses, investors, fund managers and the media. He is a regular contributor to Yahoo Finance and appears on television including the ABC, The Project and Sky and is regularly called upon to contribute to radio interviews across the country.

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