CEOs Name AI Biggest Industry Risk

The Conference Board said Thursday that CEOs for the first time identify artificial intelligence as the top risk to their industries, surpassing geopolitical turmoil, cyber threats, and economic instability. The March 2, 2026 quarterly survey found 60% of Fortune 500 CEOs rank AI as the leading risk, up seven points from Q4 2025, and 35% plan higher capital spending. CEO confidence hit its highest level since Q1 2025, signaling restored optimism amid investment uncertainty.