In order to outline emerging opportunities in the short to medium term, MoneyMasters Ltd will tomorrow facilitate an in-depth look at opportunities available within, and arising from the global recession.

The forum, to be held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel, will begin at 6 p.m.

Noted finance and economics experts, Dr Wayne Henry; economist Dr Don Baker, political officer in the political-economic section at the United States Embassy; Mark Scott of Morgan Keegan; and Claudette Crooks, president of MoneyMasters Ltd, will help attendees discuss Jamaica's outlook.

Economic outlook

"The forum (will) provide an outlook for the Jamaican and global economy in light of the downturn in certain key sectors both locally and internationally while helping investors to arrive at a clear picture of the opportunities on the horizon and how to position their portfolios for growth while protecting their assets," said Dennis Hickey, vice-president, marketing and business development at MoneyMasters.

Forum topics

The global financial crisis and safeguards for the future by Mark Scott of Morgan Keegan

Emerging Industry winners in the aftermath of the economic crisis by Dr Wayne Henry

US international economic policy towards Jamaica by Dr Don Baker, political officer in the political-economic section at the US Embassy

Local and international investment opportunities by Claudette Crooks, president of MoneyMasters

Karl Samuda, minister of industry and commerce will present the opening address.