Finance at a Time of Change and Uncertainty

Our world is undergoing profound and rapid transformation driven by multiple forces.

Technology. Breakthroughs in artificial intelligence are reshaping the very infrastructure upon which financial markets and institutions rest. AI has the potential not only to disrupt existing practices but also to redefine the relationship between finance and the broader economy.

Politics. Rising geopolitical tensions and shifting global alliances are altering capital flows, investment patterns, and the stability of financial systems.

Climate. Climate change is redefining our living environment, societal priorities, and institutional frameworks, with profound implications for financial decision-making.

Finance does not stand apart from these changes. It must adapt, innovate, and play a leading role in enabling productive and sustainable transformation.

To reflect on these challenges and opportunities, the Journal of Corporate Finance and Renmin University of Chinawill host a research conference onFinance at a Time of Change and UncertaintyinBeijing, China, December 11–12, 2026.

We welcome high-quality theoretical and empirical papers on the following broad topics:

Finance and AI: How will AI transform household finance, corporate finance, financial markets, and financial institutions? How might finance, in turn, shape the AI revolution?

Finance and politics: How are corporations, financial markets, and institutions navigating the current domestic and international political landscape?

Finance and climate change: What role can finance play in mitigating the risks of climate change and supporting a transition toward a more sustainable society?

Key Dates

Submission deadline: August 9, 2026

Notification of acceptance: By October 9, 2026

Conference dates: December 11–12, 2026

Paper submission link

https://editorialexpress.com/conference/JCFCChina2026/.

Conference Organizers

Tracy Wang (University of Minnesota, JCF editor)

Yu Luo (Renmin University of China)

Biao Guo (Renmin University of China)

Program Chairs

Tracy Wang (University of Minnesota, JCF editor)

Alminas Zaldokas (National University of Singapore, JCF editor)