Allianz Risk Barometer 2026, Cyber Remains Top Business Risk but AI Fastest Riser at #2 in Asia Pacific

 

Business interruption, strongly connected to geopolitical risks and natural catastrophes, remains a significant concern at #3

 

 

SINGAPORE, Radarseluma.Disway.id - Cyber incidents created many headlines in 2025 and are still the biggest worry for companies in Asia Pacific and globally in 2026, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer. The past year has also been a significant one for accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), which is reflected in its ranking as the biggest riser in the annual survey at #2 as a complex source of operational, legal, and reputational risk for businesses. For the first time in five years, Business interruption is not in the top two risks for Asia Pacific, dropping to #3. Yet, this peril remains a significant concern given it can be a consequence of other risks in the top 10.

 

 

Asia Pacific Top 10 risks

 

Allianz Commercial CEO Thomas Lillelund comments: "Following the volatility and uncertainty of 2025, businesses continue to face interconnected and highly complex risks in 2026's fast-changing environment. Given the continuing rise of AI across society and industry, it is unsurprising that it is the big mover in the Allianz Risk Barometer. As well as bringing huge opportunities, its transformative potential and rapid evolution and adoption are also reshaping the risk landscape, making it a standout concern for firms of all sizes worldwide, alongside other more established threats."

 

Christian Sandric, Allianz Commercial President, Commercial, Asia Pacific, says, "The evolving risk landscape, particularly in the areas of cyber threats and the adoption of AI, pose new challenges to businesses in the region. With Asian economies playing a pivotal role in global and regional trade, the potential for business interruption also remains a significant concern. This volatile environment stresses the importance of resilience in a business' supply chain, response measures, and risk management strategies to withstand and recover from disruptions."

 

Cyber risks the biggest concern for companies

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