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Goldman Sachs economists say AI-related investments in 2025 contributed essentially zero to U.S. GDP growth, arguing much of the spending is offset by imported hardware and measurement gaps, challenging the view of AI as a strong growth engine even as roughly $700B is projected to be spent on AI infrastructure this year; surveys also show many firms use AI but do not see productivity or employment gains.
More than 150 countries signed an IPBES assessment warning that GDP-focused growth and other unsustainable economic activity are driving biodiversity loss: about 1 in 8 of the world’s roughly 8 million species are threatened and 75% of Earth’s land has been altered by humans. Markets fail to price biodiversity’s services, so the report calls for broad policy, legal, and regulatory reforms—business action alone isn’t enough—amid shifting EU rules and the US’s withdrawal from IPBES.
December job openings dropped to the lowest level since mid-2020, with layoffs plans rising and private payrolls growing only modestly, signaling a cooling labor market even as GDP growth remains solid—creating a mixed picture for Trump’s economic messaging while White House officials tout progress.
Analyses show U.S. GDP growth in 2025 was driven primarily by consumer spending, with AI-related capital expenditures ranking a distant second. Adjusted for imports, AI’s net contribution to growth averaged 0.4–0.5 percentage points (roughly 20–25% of growth excluding imports), while software and computers were AI’s biggest GDP contributors rather than data centers. Some analysts argue AI’s impact on GDP is overstated. Quarterly data later in 2025 showed strong growth (Q3 at 4.3% annualized) despite a negative Q1, with Q2’s pace in between. Looking ahead to 2026, consumption is expected to remain resilient, aided by AI investments, possible Fed rate cuts, and unemployment stabilization tied to slower immigration; productivity and job creation will be key watchpoints.
U.S. personal consumption expenditures price index rose 0.2% in November, leaving inflation at 2.8% for both headline and core (October was 2.7%), with energy costs up and food flat. Personal income rose modestly, while spending climbed 0.5% in October and November. The saving rate edged up to 3.5% in November. GDP growth for Q3 was revised to 4.4%, and jobless claims remain near two-year lows, signaling continued spending resilience. Investors expect the Fed to hold rates at the upcoming meeting, with futures pricing in up to two rate cuts later this year.
UK GDP rose 0.3% in November, beating Reuters’ 0.1% forecast, with services up 0.3% and production up 1.1% while construction fell 1.3%; October’s 0.1% drop was linked to Jaguar Land Rover disruptions. Analysts expect a stronger 2026 rebound as the Bank of England continues its rate-cutting path.
The Congressional Budget Office forecasts that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in 2026, with rates settling at 3.4% by 2028, while 10-year Treasury yields are expected to rise slightly, impacting mortgage rates. The report also projects a peak in unemployment at 4.6% in 2026, with GDP growth slowing to around 1.8-2.2% through 2028, influenced by recent fiscal policies and immigration trends. Inflation is expected to remain above 2% in the near term, gradually decreasing by 2028.
The speech discusses cautious optimism for 2026, highlighting progress in inflation reduction, especially in housing and core services, and the need for clarity on economic growth and labor market trends amid divergent signals. It emphasizes the importance of monetary policy in maintaining price stability and maximum employment, while considering structural changes like AI's influence on productivity and employment. The speaker advocates for patience and credibility in policy decisions, aiming for a balanced approach to economic stability.
Singapore's economy grew by 5.7% in Q4 2025, driven by a 15% surge in manufacturing, especially in biomedical and electronics sectors, leading to a full-year GDP growth of 4.8%, surpassing expectations despite global trade tensions.
The US economy heading into 2026 shows signs of strength with strong GDP growth driven by AI investments and a robust stock market, but faces challenges like rising unemployment, inflation, and consumer pessimism, making the overall outlook complex and uncertain.
The U.S. GDP growth of 4.3% in Q3 may be overstated due to unusual inflation data in the video game sector and tariff-related import adjustments, with significant contributions from health care spending and potential distortions in recreation-related software and accessories prices.
Jim Cramer criticized the market's overreaction to strong US GDP data, which caused panic selling in high-growth sectors like Nvidia, AI, and crypto stocks, calling the reaction 'stupid' despite positive economic indicators.
Former Obama economic advisor Jason Furman comments on the paradox of low gas prices and declining consumer confidence under Trump, highlighting conflicting economic signals such as strong GDP growth and rising unemployment, which complicate the perception of economic health and recovery.
The US economy showed strong GDP growth of 4.3% in Q3, driven by consumer spending and corporate profits, but this growth is not supported by job creation or income increases, leading to concerns about a K-shaped recovery where the wealthy benefit while lower-income households face stagnation and financial pressure, raising questions about the sustainability of this growth.
The US economy grew 4.3% in Q3, boosting market confidence despite concerns over interest rate hikes; stock markets hit new highs, and China delays tariffs on semiconductors to ease trade tensions, while the government plans to start garnishing wages of defaulted student loan borrowers in January.