Investopia 2024
FULL EVENT SCHEDULE
All events will be held onsite unless otherwise noted
Welcome Address
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New Economic Frontiers Unveiled: Navigating the Unknown
The global economic landscape is rapidly evolving amidst global uncertainty, the emergence of new sectors and markets, and growth-driving investment opportunities. What are the key factors driving the emergence of these new economic sectors and markets, and what role do senior government representatives, private sector CEOs, and leading international investors play in identifying and capitalizing on growth opportunities?
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Keynote: His Excellency Khaldoon Al Mubarak
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Investing in the Creative Economy: A conversation with Idris Elba
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2024 Revealed: The Geopolitical and Economic Mosaic
The evolving landscape of geopolitical dynamics, economic fragmentation, and financial shocks have a strong impact on policy makers, corporates, and strategic investment decisions. What does 2024 look like and what measures can be taken to navigate potential challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities?
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Navigating the New Economy: Ministerial Insights on Global Economic Trends
Rapid global economic transformations are forcing nations to adapt in order to face digital disruption, environmental imperatives, and evolving trade networks. How are countries innovating their economic policies and working together to use global economic trends for growth and to foster resilience and prosperity in this dynamic context?
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Capital Shifts: From Old Titans to Emerging Titans
Emerging markets and new regions are become significantly more central in the global economy and are reshaping the global investment landscape. What are the emerging markets and regions that present new and exciting investment opportunities and how has the role of traditional financial centers like New York and London evolved in response to these shifts?
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Aviation: Reimaging the Skies
The aviation industry is subject to various transformative, trends from technological innovation and the imperative of sustainability to changes in travelers' preferences and emergence of eVTOLs. How does the future of aviation and urban mobility look like, and what are the investment opportunities to seize in this dynamic sector?
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Unveiling the Digital Frontier: Where Traditional and Digital Finance Converge in Alternative Investments
The world of alternative investment is undergoing major changes as traditional finance and digital finance converge, and cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology reshape the very definition of alternative investments. How are digital assets like Bitcoin, NFTs, and DeFi projects creating entirely new avenues for investors to diversify their portfolios, and what should traditional financial institutions do to remain competitive in an increasingly digital asset-driven landscape?
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Investment in Sports: Tapping into the Thriving Market
From team ownership and athlete endorsements to sports tech startups and e-sports ventures, sports-related investment opportunities are becoming ever more diverse. What are the trends shaping this high-energy sector both physically and digitally and what are some opportunities for individual and institutional investors?
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Generative AI: Redefining the Investment Ecosystem
Generative AI is changing the world as we know it. It is revolutionizing data analysis, risk assessment, and portfolio optimization, hence leading to reshaping global investment strategies. How is the global investment landscape adapting and responding to this transformative wave, and does it pave the way for more informed and profitable investments?
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Strategic Priorities in a Shifting Global Landscape: A Policy Perspective
As the global landscape undergoes significant shifts the strategic geopolitical, economic, and sustainability priorities set by nations to navigate these changes are reshuffled. What strategies are nations adopting to remain resilient and competitive, and how are these priorities influencing global collaboration and development?
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Hospitality Unleashed: Charting New Paths in Tourism Investment
Global tourism has finally rebounded in the post-COVID era where we've witnessed a resurgence in travel and substantial shifts in the tourism and hospitality sectors. What are the key trends currently shaping the sector and how are businesses and investors gearing up to capitalize on the growing demand and shift in tourist patterns and expectations?
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Evolving Landscape of Public Capital Markets in the Middle East
Public capital markets in the Middle East are evolving quickly with digitalization, innovation, and a rising number of new listings. What are the regulatory developments that are influencing market dynamics and how can these markets increase attractiveness to local and foreign investors?
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Live Long and Prosper: Investing in Longevity, Wellness and Healthcare
The convergence of healthcare, wellness, and longevity represents a new frontier for investors. This evolving landscape, fueled by technological advances and demographic shifts, is creating opportunities to invest in the future of health. What trends are defining the future of healthcare investment? How can investors identify and leverage the growth in wellness and longevity to build a resilient, health-focused portfolio?
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Strategic Asset Allocation in an Uncertain World
Developing investment strategies and investment decision-making is becoming increasingly complex in this rapidly changing and uncertain global environment. How can investors adapt their strategic asset allocation models to navigate uncertainty, manage risks, and capture opportunities, and what are the key considerations for constructing resilient portfolios that can withstand volatility and economic fluctuations?
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Family Wealth 2.0: Redefining Investment Strategies
Family wealth is faced with a rapidly transforming investment ecosystem forcing it to adapt and innovate to set itself apart from other actors in the investment landscape. What differentiates the investment strategies of family wealth from traditional institutional investors and other market participants, and how can this wealth play a more present and active role within the investment ecosystem?
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Investing in Luxury
The luxury industry has consistently displayed dynamism and adaptability. With digital disruption and shifting consumer behavior, the market is experiencing substantial changes that directly influence investment strategies. To explore emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in the luxury market, investors must discover innovative approaches to stay ahead of the curve.
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