ICON HK: Asia's Economic Outlook and Market Direction for 2026

As Asia faces growing market complexity, understanding the macro landscape is critical to shaping go-to-market strategies, client conversations, and growth priorities.

Join us for a light lunch and an informed, forward looking discussion with HSBC economist, Ines Lam as we unpack the forces shaping Asia’s economic trajectory in 2026 and what they mean for your business.

Key discussion themes include:

• Asia trade flows: how regional and global trade patterns are evolving
• Capital markets outlook: expectations for capital raising and liquidity conditions
• Private capital: the growing role of private markets as a strategic alternative to traditional funding
• Economic impact of AI: how AI-related investment is influencing sector priorities and competitive dynamics

This seminar will equip you with practical macro insights to strengthen strategic planning, sharpen client dialogue and position your organisation confidently for the year ahead.

Speaker:

Ines Lam
Asia Economist, HSBC

Ines joined HSBC in August 2023, focusing on economic thematic research for the pan-Asia region. Prior to HSBC, Ines conducted economic research on China at a global investment bank. She has also worked as an economist covering the Greater China economies at a brokerage house in Hong Kong. Ines holds an MA in Development Economics and a BA in International Development from McGill University in Canada.

Event Details:

Date: 30 March 2026

Time: 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm*

Location: Ashurst, 42/F Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Centrail

Price: 
Members: AUD20 (~HKD100) | Non‑members: AUD80 (~HKD450)

*A light lunch will be provided from 12.30pm. The seminar will commence promptly at 12.45pm