2026 New Zealand Capital Markets Symposium
The Resilience Mandate: Capital Markets Amidst Economic and Political Uncertainty and Inflation
The 10th New Zealand Capital Market Symposium, hosted by the AUT Centre for Financial Research (ACFR) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT), brings together leading finance industry experts and academics to address the complexities of a shifting global economic landscape.
As we enter 2026, the financial sector faces a convergence of persistent inflation, significant economic policy shifts, and heightened geopolitical risks. This year’s Symposium explores the impact of these global risks on market stability, corporate and investment strategies, and the broader New Zealand capital markets.
Join us for insightful presentations from distinguished speakers and engaging panel discussions designed to bridge the gap between academic research and industry practice, offering insights on the impacts of global uncertainty on New Zealand capital markets.
Event details
- Date: Tuesday, 17 March 2026
- Time: 11.30am-5.30 pm
- Location: AUT City Campus, Auckland CBD
Speakers and panellists
- Helen Belopolsky, Global Head of Geopolitical Research at Deutsche Bank
- Michael Weber, Professor of Finance, Purdue University, USA
- Shamubeel Eaqub, Chief Economist, Simplicity
- Christina Leung, Deputy Chief Executive (Auckland) & Principal Economist, New Zealand Institute of Economic Research
- Kate Tulp, NZ Country Director, ServiceNow
- Saten Kumar, Professor of Economics, Auckland University of Technology
- Olga Dodd, Associate Professor of Finance, Auckland University of Technology
This event is FREE to attend, but registration is required. Spaces are limited, register today on Eventbrite. Registration will close on 10 March 2026.
Organisers
Olga Dodd, Associate Professor of Finance and Director of the AUT Centre for Financial Research, Auckland University of Technology
Alireza Tourani-Rad, Professor of Finance and the Deputy Dean & Associate Dean – International at the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law, Auckland University of Technology
Contact Information: acfr@aut.ac.nz
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Register today
- Date & time: Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 11.30pm-5:30pm
- Location: Auckland University of Technology (AUT) City Campus, 55 Wellesley Street East, Auckland CBD
This event is FREE to attend, but registration is required. Spaces are limited, register today on Eventbrite. Registration will close on 10 March 2026.