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An internal report from the US Treasury suggests the government is monitoring the potential for an AI-driven economic bubble. The report warns that a collapse could have systemic impacts on the broader economy.
The World Bank reports that AI adoption could increase Poland's GDP by 12% by 2035. This growth is expected to help the nation converge with wealthier economies as traditional cost advantages decline.
South Korea and Taiwan's AI-fueled chip booms are swelling trade surpluses. This pressures central banks to raise interest rates later this year. Goldman Sachs highlights a K-shaped economic recovery.
Goldman Sachs CIO Sharmin Mossavar-Rahmani describes the US economy as 'incredibly resilient' amid Iran war impacts. She attributes this to significant AI spending by Big Tech and notes restrictive monetary policies shaping market dynamics. Discussion aired on Bloomberg Surveillance on April 30.
LinkedIn reports hiring down 20% since 2022, attributing the decline to higher interest rates rather than AI. AI has not yet significantly impacted hiring trends.
European companies are seeing their strongest earnings quarter in three years, with a 15.3% year-on-year profit growth. Analysts note that this growth is primarily driven by the energy sector rather than AI-related investments.
The US Department of Commerce reported that the trade deficit widened to $77.6 billion in May, up from $54.6 billion in April. The figure came in slightly lower than market expectations of $78.4 billion.
High-profile actors are publicly seeking work as the entertainment industry faces a significant contraction. The downturn is attributed to shifting consumer spending habits and a broader economic adjustment, leading to fewer productions and a pivot toward live-streaming and short-form content.
Google is hosting the AI for the Economy Forum in Washington D.C. The event aims to bring people together to discuss AI's role in the economy.
Carson Block, Muddy Waters Capital founder, warns investors underestimate AI's risks to labor market and US economy. He discussed this on Bloomberg The Close. Block also shared views on credit spreads and investment opportunities.