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Stephen Koukoulas

Transform economic strategy with Stephen Koukoulas, speaker and economic advisor. Stephen works with businesses and investors to deliver expert insights on financial markets, economic policy, and investment strategy, providing analysis trusted by government leaders and global financial institutions.

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Stephen Koukoulas, Speaker | Economist & Keynote Expert
Stephen Koukoulas

Stephen Koukoulas

Melbourne, Australia

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  • Senior Economic Advisor to Australian Prime Minister
  • Head of Global Research and Strategy at TD Securities
  • Economist in Residence for Economic Security for All Women
Stephen Koukoulas is an Australian economist and keynote speaker with over three decades of experience in economics and finance. He has held significant roles in various institutions, including serving as the Senior Economic Advisor to the Australian Prime Minister from 2010 to 2011. Prior to that, he was the Head of Global Research and Strategy at TD Securities and served as the Senior Economist and Chief Economist at Citibank Australia. Currently, Koukoulas is the Economist in Residence for Economic Security for All Women, operating under the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet. He also runs his own business, Market Economics, where he provides insights on key economic topics such as housing, consumer spending, investment strategies, interest rates, and budget policy. Koukoulas is sought after by businesses, investors, fund managers, and the media for his independent and impartial perspectives on economic matters. He contributes to Yahoo Finance and appears on TV shows like the ABC, The Project, and Sky, as well as on various radio programs.

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Book Stephen Koukoulas as your speaker to gain unparalleled insights from an economist with over 30 years of experience and a track record of advising top leaders, including the Australian Prime Minister. His expertise spans critical economic topics, making him a valuable asset for businesses, investors, and policymakers. Elevate your event with his independent and impartial perspectives, widely recognized by media and industry professionals alike.

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Stephen Koukoulas speaks on housing, interest rates, budget policy, consumer spending, investment strategies, and economic security. He served as Senior Economic Advisor to the Australian Prime Minister from 2010 to 2011, and has held senior roles at Citibank Australia and TD Securities across more than three decades in economics and finance.
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