There is still no meaningful relationship between productivity and AI adoption at the economy-wide level.
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Goldman finds ‘no meaningful relationship between AI and productivity at the economy-wide level,’ but a 30% boost for 2 specific use cases | FortuneNick Lichtenbergfortune.com
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We still do not find a meaningful relationship between productivity and AI adoption at the economy-wide level.
Outlook
NeutralThe claim asserts no directional change in economy-wide productivity from AI adoption, indicating no meaningful improvement or deterioration at the macro level.
Timeframe
2026Implied
The analysis is based on Q4 2025 earnings data reported in early 2026, placing the current finding in 2026.
Confidence
high
The declarative 'still do not find' language expresses high confidence in the absence of an economy-wide productivity relationship.
Potential Data Sources for Validation
BLS or OECD total factor productivity data tracked against AI adoption rates (e.g., Census Bureau AI use surveys) should show no statistically significant correlation.
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Nick Lichtenberg
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