Business News Wales will take an in-depth look at the strategy, ambitions, and expected outcomes of the Wales Investment Summit on 1st December 2025 at ICC Wales and the Celtic Manor Resort. Through a rolling programme of interviews, podcasts, and features, we will examine the Welsh Government’s investment approach, explore the sectors in the spotlight, and speak to the leaders and businesses driving this high-profile event. Our coverage will go beyond the headlines to assess what the summit could mean for Wales’ economy in the years ahead.

We’ll explore how Wales’ regional City and Growth Deals can evolve into a new phase of delivery, building on the lessons, successes, and challenges of the past decade. With established governance structures, proven collaboration between local authorities, and a track record of attracting investment, these deals have a foundation to accelerate deal flow, speed up project delivery, and deepen place-based growth. Our coverage will highlight perspectives from business leaders, local authorities, and policy experts, examining how “Regional Growth Deals 2.0” could sharpen coordination, strengthen accountability, and deliver measurable economic impact for communities across Wales.

We will showcase Wales’ integrated, all-Wales transport plans, exploring how improved connectivity by road, rail and bus can act as a catalyst for economic growth. Our coverage will examine how these plans are designed to strengthen supply chains, unlock regional development, and reduce journey times for businesses and communities.

We will also assess the role of modern transport infrastructure in shaping perceptions of Wales as a competitive, well-connected location for inward investment, and the message this sends to global investors evaluating Wales as a place to do business.

This editorial theme will explore where AI is already delivering measurable value for the Welsh economy and how it can be scaled to unlock greater growth. We will identify the sectors with the highest potential, highlight best-practice adoption, and set out practical actions for both industry and government to ensure Wales remains at the forefront of AI-led economic transformation in 2026 and beyond.

As the culmination of our AI and economic growth campaign, Business News Wales will publish a comprehensive sector report in January 2026. Based on months of research, in-depth interviews, and real-world case studies gathered throughout the autumn, the report will analyse the current and emerging role of artificial intelligence across Wales’ economy and its priority sectors. It will deliver actionable insights on how AI can be implemented effectively, highlight the most promising opportunities for productivity, innovation, and efficiency, and outline the strategic considerations for businesses, investors, and public bodies seeking to maintain a competitive edge in 2026 and beyond.