Dear MDBC members,

FINANCIAL MARKET OUTLOOK [HYBRID EVENT]
Who has the Cards? 

Rabobank, together with MDBC, is pleased to invite you to our signature Financial Market Outlook event on Wednesday, 15 October from 11:30 – 14:00 hrs, ONLINE and at Menara KLK.  In this session, Rabobank’s Global Strategist, Michael Every, will share his insights on “Who has the Cards”.

Earlier this year, U.S. President, Donald Trump remarked to Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, “You don’t have the cards.” And he was right.

That moment underscored a broader truth, the global stage is a high – stakes game, and the Russia – Ukraine conflict represents just one round.  A real contest lies in reshaping global trade, financial systems, and the future of reserve currencies.

Michael will analyze the strategic positions of key global players, assess who holds the strongest hand, and explore the macroeconomic and market implications as we head into 2026.  Don’t shuffle into the new year without hearing what our Ace team has to say!

Against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and trade intervensions reshaping long – established supply chains, we believe this session will offer timely insights to help inform your strategic planning as you head into Q4 and beyond.

Date: Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Time:  11:30 – 14:00 hrs
Venue:  Menara KLK Mutiara Damansara
Platform: Zoom

Itinerary:

11:30 hrs: Arrival / Registrations
12:00 hrs: Welcome Remarks / Session Start
12:30 hrs: Q&A session
13:00 hrs: Lunch / Networking
14:00 hrs: End of Program

Speaker:

Michael Every (Global Strategist – RaboResearch Financial Markets, Rabobank)

Michael is a Global Strategist at Rabobank.  He analyzes major financial developments and contributes to the bank’s various economic research publications for internal and external customers and to the media.  Michael has over two decades of experience working as an Economist and Strategist.  Before Rabobank, he was a Director at Silk Road Associates in Bangkok, Senior Economist and fixed Income Strategist at the Royal Bank of Canada in both London and Sydney, and an Economist for Dun & Bradstreet in London.  Michael holds a Master’s Degree in Economics (with distinction) from University College London and speaks a smattering of languages, including Thai.

Please note:

• This is a HYBRID Event. Please indicate whether you will be attending this event in person or online under “Other Remarks” when you register;
• This event is for MDBC and ADCN members only;
• MDBC members in the Klang Valley are encouraged to attend the event in person;
• MDBC members located outside the Klang Valley, you are encouraged to register to attend the event online;
• If you are an ADCN member, kindly indicate which Chamber you are a member of. This is for validation purposes. ADCN members will be placed on a wait list for verification prior to registration confirmation.
• By registering to attend this event you consent to your registration data being shared with the organizing parties. The information shared is restricted to name, designation, company, and e – mail address; This is to help with backend logistics preparation.

REGISTRATION
Please register online via the form below.
By clicking and registering online you acknowledge the event guidelines.

Please register no later than Monday, 13 October 2025 (12 noon)

We look forward to your attendance!

With best regards,
MDBC Secretariat