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Business 2026-09-04· The Economist

AI Jobs Boom Postpones 'Apocalypse', Initial Effects Positive

Contrary to fears of job displacement, AI's initial impact on employment appears positive, with the American economy adding 162,000 jobs in August, exceeding expectations. The unemployment rate remains low, and young workers, often seen as most vulnerable, are holding up well, suggesting an AI-driven jobs boom.

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