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AI bubble a "key downside risk" to U.S. economy, report warns

AI bubble a "key downside risk" to U.S. economy, report warns

Summary

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) predicts that the U.S. economy will grow slower and see higher inflation next year. A major concern is that a potential burst in the AI-driven stock market bubble could worsen economic conditions.

Key Facts

  • The OECD forecasts that U.S. economic growth will slow down and inflation will increase next year.
  • The labor market in the U.S. is expected to weaken.
  • Tariff-related price pressures will continue to affect the economy.
  • There is a risk that the AI-driven stock market bubble might burst, which could worsen economic conditions.
  • The OECD projects U.S. economic growth to be 2% this year, slowing to 1.7% in 2026 and rising to 1.9% in 2027.
  • Inflation in the U.S. is expected to rise to 3% next year from 2.7% this year.
  • The organization suggests that more interest rate cuts might be needed.
  • The situation is still developing, and more updates are expected.

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