Investing in an age of change
UBS is proud to host the Asian Investment Conference (AIC) 2026 in Hong Kong from 26 - 29 May 2026.
From artificial intelligence and quantum breakthroughs to geopolitics, trade and monetary policy, global markets are being reshaped by profound technological and economic change. UBS AIC 2026 brings these forces together, offering investors forward‑looking insights into the opportunities and risks shaping the global economy.
AIC Wealth Forum | 26 May, 2026
This year, we are excited to launch the inaugural AIC Wealth Forum in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Wealth Forum strengthens our commitment to delivering timely insights and fostering meaningful connections with leading global experts on key topics such as:
- Global connectivity series: Asia–Middle East, Asia–LatAm and Asia–Europe partnership and investment opportunities
- Commodities: From gold, exchange-traded products, to energy markets
- Alternative investments: Private investments in a more complex environment
- Physical AI: From technical breakthrough to real-world deployment
- Longevity: Health and personal resilience
AIC 2026 key themes | 27 - 28 May, 2026
Geopolitics, policy and power shifts are colliding with technological change to reset the global economic order.
At this time of heightened uncertainty and transformation, global leaders, policymakers and industry pioneers come together to examine what these forces mean for the future of capital and competitiveness – with nuance by region and sector.
Big Picture panel topics at AIC 2026 include:
- Technology, power and the future of growth
- Central banks and the new rates regime
- Energy security and global resilience
From enterprise adoption to the next technological frontier, discover how AI is moving from promise to scale.
This series of discussions brings together experts from technology, policy and industry to explore what is now possible with AI – and what nascent applications are likely to be the breakthroughs of tomorrow.
Panel topics include:
- Quantum computing and post-quantum cybersecurity
- Risk and readiness in enterprise AI
- Next-generation innovation and the infrastructure needed to scale
Our own industry is far from immune to today's transformations. Global finance is being re engineered – driven by financial disruptors and the mainstream adoption of digital money, from the front end down to the payment rails.
Leaders from finance, tech and policy examine how capital flows, value is stored and trust is upheld in a changing financial system.
Panel topics include:
- Innovation and the Hong Kong renaissance
- Financial disruptors and on-chain finance
- Traditional vs digital stores of value
Asia is entering a new phase amid shifting geopolitics and deeper connectivity with the Middle East and Latin America. From the asymmetric impacts of today's energy shocks to China's growth and reform, the region is navigating global uncertainty while setting its own economic direction.
This series brings together investors, economists and policymakers to examine Asia's trajectory and what is required to sustain growth.
Panel topics include:
- ASEAN policymakers on growth, rates and trade
- Global supply chain connectivity
- Country-by-country insights and outlooks
Connecting what matters
When you create, inherit or manage wealth, you have opportunities to pursue bold and meaningful undertakings. We can help you tap into deep networks within Wealth Management, Asset Management and the Investment Bank to access industry-leading experts and spark connections with like-minded peers.
