The economist Edward Johnstone is to give an exclusive keynote speech at this year’s Glazing Summit, revealing how the economic outlook is to impact businesses within the glazing industry. Edward is co-chief investment officer at Arbuthnot Latham private wealth bank.
The address through which Edward is scheduled to share his expertise is titled ‘Seeing the Bigger Picture – the economist’s view’. The economist plans to analyse and discuss the economic consequences of inflation and interest rates, along with the challenges posed by the cost of living crisis and the dynamics of the housing and property market.
One of the questions that Edward wants to address is: Can we anticipate a challenging period ahead, or might the market regain its momentum? The economist is due to speak for 25 minutes.
“Every year, our economist’s view keynote is hugely popular and vital for delegates to get a view on how the industry could be affected by the UK economy in the future,” said Andrew Scott, founder of the Glazing Summit. “We are honoured to have one of London’s leading economists join us and share their market insights at this year’s Glazing Summit.
“Ed will share a bank’s view on the home improvement and property market, and reveal if we are in for a rough two years or if the market will bounce back. The window, door and conservatory market is dependent on many external factors, including inflation and a looming general election. Ed will discuss the implications of these, and how they are likely to impact the industry.”
The Glazing Summit is set to take place at Edgbaston Stadium and Conference Centre, Birmingham, on Thursday 12 October. It is likely to unite 500 business leaders from across the fenestration supply chain for a day of no-nonsense debate on the biggest challenges facing the glass and glazing industry. For tickets, visit glazingsummit.co.uk, call 01934 808 293 or email hello@glazingsummit.co.uk.
