An economist from HSBC Bank is set to give Midlands businesses an update on the economy at an event in Birmingham in October.

Mark Berrisford-Smith, head of economics, UK commercial banking at HSBC Bank, will be giving an overview on the UK economy, including his thoughts on interest rates, housing, the strength of the pound and his economic predictions for the next five years.

The lunch event, at Birmingham Repertory Theatre on October 9, is being organised by accountants Chantrey Vellacott.

Paul Fenner, partner at Chantrey Vellacott’s Birmingham office on Calthorpe Road, said: “We’re pleased Mark is going to be joining us to provide an expert insight into current market conditions and the outlook for the UK economy in both the short and long-term.

“We’ve been fortunate enough to work with HSBC and Mark to hold a string of successful economic events over the last few years, all of which have been extremely popular with the business community in Birmingham.

“We’re expecting our event on October 9 to be equally popular.”

To register for the event, which starts at 12.30pm, email info@cvdfk.com.