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Chief Economist Debate

29 October 2026
6pm - Handelsbeurs Gent

Vlerick Alumni

Vlerick Alumni Finance & Investments Club

WHAT TO EXPECT

Event Overview

On Thursday, October 29, 2026, the Vlerick Alumni will organize the Chief Economist Debate with great enthusiasm. This event provides a platform for the chief economists of the major banks to share their insights and views on the macroeconomic environment, all in the form of a debate.

Agenda: 

18:00 - Welcome

19:00 - Introduction by Vlerick Finance Alumni

19:15  - Chief Economist Debate

20:15 - Keynote by Michiel Vos

21:00 - Walking dinner

Keynote Speaker

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Keynote Speaker

U.S. Correspondent​

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Meet the panelists

Bringing together deep industry expertise, fresh perspectives, and real-world experience, these thought leaders are shaping the conversations that matter.

Peter De Keyzer

Moderator

Growth Inc

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Professor

Royal Academy of Belgium

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Chief Economist

ABN AMRO

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Reinout De Bock

Chief Economist

UBS

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Koen Schoors

Professor

Ghent University

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Vlerick Finance Alumni

Vlerick Chief Economist Debate 2024 - Aftermovie

AS FEATURED ON

Event Sponsors

Integra
EY
Bakertilly
VDP
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Nagelmackers
Smile Invest
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Vlerick Finance Alumni

Vlerick Chief Economist Debate 2024 - Intro video

Vlerick Alumni Finance & Investments Club

Vlerick Alumni Finance & Investments Club

 

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