毕马威调查报告：近四分之三的CEO将人工智能列为2026年重点投资领域

Group 1: Investment in AI and Technology - A significant majority (71%) of global CEOs are prioritizing artificial intelligence as a key investment area for 2026, with 69% planning to allocate 10% to 20% of their budgets to this field in the coming year [1] - In China, 26% of CEOs are focusing on digital and interconnected transformation as their top strategic initiative for the next three years, surpassing the global average of 18% [2] - The expectation for a return on investment from AI within three years is held by 67% of global CEOs, while this figure has dramatically increased to 86% among Chinese CEOs, with 20% believing they will see returns in less than a year [2] Group 2: Challenges and Concerns - CEOs express concerns regarding the ethical implications (59%), data readiness (52%), and regulatory gaps (50%) associated with AI, indicating a need for a robust governance framework for sustainable AI development [2] - Despite fears of mass unemployment due to AI, 61% of CEOs are actively recruiting talent with AI and technical skills, while 70% are worried about competition for AI talent [3] - 79% of Chinese companies are concerned about the high costs associated with the necessary technology infrastructure for AI deployment, which is higher than the global average [3] Group 3: Commitment to ESG Goals - 88% of Chinese CEOs express confidence in the future development of the Chinese economy, marking a 17 percentage point increase from the previous year [4] - A majority of CEOs remain committed to achieving sustainability goals, with 55% prioritizing compliance and reporting standards to meet investor and regulatory expectations, compared to 51% globally [4] - The survey indicates that CEOs are seeking opportunities through bold investments in technology, innovation, and talent while balancing innovation with ethical and regulatory concerns [4]