Asian Investment Conference 2026
Investing in an age of change
The 2026 Asian Investment Conference brought together a global community of investors, corporates, and industry leaders to explore the forces reshaping markets. Through expert dialogue and immersive research tours across key APAC innovation hubs, we delivered on-the-ground insights into the trends driving change.
A defining theme this year was the pace of transformation – from artificial intelligence to emerging quantum technologies – set against a shifting macro and geopolitical landscape, offering a sharper lens on the opportunities ahead.
4,800
Attendees
4,800
Attendees
2,300
Investors in total
2,300
Investors in total
3,000
Group, one-on-one meetings and others
3,000
Group, one-on-one meetings and others
400
Listed and private companies
400
Listed and private companies
Key themes from AIC 2026
Big picture
UBS economists and industry experts offer their insights on the themes and trends influencing the global economy and impacting APAC.
Growth in a fragmented world
Growth in a fragmented world
Examine the underlying drivers of global growth and how key economies and innovation trends are shaping the outlook beyond near-term uncertainty.
How are oil shocks reshaping the macro outlook?
How are oil shocks reshaping the macro outlook?
Explore how energy shocks, geopolitical risks and innovation trends interact to shape inflation, market stability and the broader global growth outlook.
In dialogue with Meghan O’Sullivan
In dialogue with Meghan O’Sullivan
The electricity grid is set for historic new demand. Find out why AI could create the next unexpected bottleneck for energy markets.
Technology and innovation
From AI to quantum computing, explore how emerging technologies are translating early breakthroughs into real-world impact.
How is AI scaling across enterprises?
How is AI scaling across enterprises?
Explore how AI is moving into the core of enterprise operations, driving productivity and shaping a sustained innovation cycle across global markets.
What could quantum computing change next?
What could quantum computing change next?
Discover how quantum breakthroughs are beginning to unlock new possibilities in the pharma sector.
Energy transition in a changing market
Energy transition in a changing market
Geopolitical tension has laid bare how reliant we still are on oil and gas. Explore what that means for energy diversification.
Quantum: The best and worst of the next computing revolution
Quantum: The best and worst of the next computing revolution
Quantum advantage will be a watershed moment – both in terms of opportunity and risk.
Vertical economy: From exploration to industry
Vertical economy: From exploration to industry
An industrial revolution is unfolding in the skies above us – not just to look out at space, but to influence lives here on Earth.
Is education dead in the age of AI?
Is education dead in the age of AI?
With AI making knowledge available at the touch of the button, what is the value of an elite education?
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