World Affairs Council Hosts The US Financial Crisis and the Implications for Abroad **Program & Lunch** November 18, 2008

With the economy in turmoil, Chief Investment Strategist for Charles Schwab & Co., Liz Ann Sonders will provide in-depth analysis of the current crisis in the financial markets and look at the implications at home and abroad moderated by Senior Vice President for International Research at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Mark Spiegel. What are the potential ramifications of this crisis for the rest of the world? What are the short- and long-term implications? How long will it take for the US economy to rebound?

Check-in: 11:30 AM; Program: 12:00 PM

Note: Program includes lunch. Seating limited. Reservations highly recommended.

For more information and to register, visit the Council's website, call 415-293-4600, or email [email protected].

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