Ai will impact the global economy for better or worse – Breaking News & Latest Updates 2026
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AI will impact the global economy — for better or worse.

Analysis from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warns that almost 40 percent of global employment is exposed to AI. While some workflows are assisted or “complimented” by the technology, it’s also expected to replace some jobs entirely.

Roles that are highly exposed to AI but aren’t necessarily aided by it — such as administrative work and telemarketing — are the most likely to be displaced, particularly in advanced economies.

A graph provided by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that breaks down employment by how exposed it is to AI.
AI is expected to assist “high complementarity” (red) jobs, whereas “low complementarity” (pinkie peach) jobs could be at risk. Blue jobs are unaffected.
Image: International Monetary Fund (IMF)
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