Hyderabad: The FICCI CFO Summit 2026 will be held on March 7 in Hyderabad, bringing together top finance leaders, policymakers and industry experts to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming the finance function.
The summit is being organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) CFO Council in collaboration with Vignana Jyothi Institute of Management and Simandhar Education.
Summit to Mark FICCI’s 100-Year Legacy
According to the organisers, the event also celebrates the 100-year legacy of FICCI and its role in shaping India’s economic and business landscape.
After the successful flagship edition in Mumbai, the summit is continuing its national dialogue in Hyderabad, one of India’s major business and technology hubs.
Focus on AI’s Impact on Finance Leadership
The national-level summit will focus on how artificial intelligence is redefining the role of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) and transforming financial management across industries.
The event will bring together leading CFOs, industry leaders, policymakers, regulators and academic experts to discuss the shift from traditional financial management to data-driven strategy, predictive decision-making and enterprise-wide leadership.
CFO Role Expanding Beyond Finance
Prof. Bharat Bhushan Singh, Director of VJIM, highlighted the changing role of finance leaders in modern organisations.
He said that the role of CFOs is no longer limited to managing finances, but now plays a critical role in enterprise strategy, technology adoption and corporate governance.
Platform for Industry Dialogue
The FICCI CFO Summit 2026 is expected to serve as a key platform for dialogue on financial leadership, digital transformation and emerging technologies that are reshaping the global business environment.
Experts believe the summit will provide valuable insights into how organisations can leverage AI and advanced data analytics to strengthen financial decision-making and long-term business growth.
