8 Big Questions for 2026
The New York Times••business
Key Points:
- In 2026, artificial intelligence is expected to move beyond pilot projects, with more disruptive applications emerging across industries, addressing the current issue where 95% of organizations see no return on their substantial AI investments.
- Despite widespread use of AI tools like ChatGPT for individual productivity, businesses have yet to fundamentally transform operations, but this year may provide clearer insights into AI’s broader professional and industrial impact.
- President Trump aims to sustain strong U.S. economic growth by pushing for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and appointing a new Fed chair potentially aligned with this goal, while corporate tax cuts from recent legislation may boost profits and capital expenditures.
- Concerns remain about whether such fiscal stimulus combined with the ongoing impact of Trump-era tariffs could increase inflation,
