AI Productivity Gains: Concentrated in 15% of Jobs
New data shows AI productivity benefits are showing up clearly but only in information, professional services, and finance sectors — those three went from 2.2% to 5.0% productivity trend since 2022, while the rest of the economy barely moved.
What we know
An account on X cited EPBResearch data showing AI productivity gains are real but highly concentrated: the three heaviest AI adopter sectors (information, professional services, finance) saw productivity trend jump from 2.2% to 5.0% since 2022, while the rest of the economy only improved from 0.9% to 1.4%. This data point is particularly relevant given the Anthropic S-1's claims about AI's potential to transform healthcare and scientific research. The FT also ran an opinion piece asking 'Should farmers embrace AI?', suggesting the productivity gap is a live debate beyond financial media.
By the Global Eye 24 desk, with AI assistance. Updated as the story develops. Spot an error? Write to corrections@globaleye24.com.