85% of Family Offices List AI as Top Investment Theme

Techub News reports, RBC Wealth Management of Canada and research institution Campden Wealth surveyed 155 North American family offices, with 85% listing AI as the top investment theme. The survey stated that 75% anticipate an AI bubble burst within the next five years; 59% regard AI as the primary investment theme for 2026, but in the medium-term return expectations of two to five years, 69% are more optimistic about US stocks, AI at 64%, direct investment at 62%; real estate in the short term 26%, two to five years 51%. Bill Ringham, Director of Private Wealth Strategy at RBC Wealth Management, said the conflicting sentiments toward AI among family offices stem from cautious optimism and fear of missing out on the investment wave. (CNBC)