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National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett stated that there is no evidence in current economic data suggesting that artificial intelligence is costing jobs. These remarks come as major technology firms, including Amazon, Meta, and Oracle, continue to announce workforce reductions linked to their strategic shifts toward AI integration. According to reports, the White House is attempting to downplay concerns regarding the immediate correlation between the rise of AI technology and the recent wave of layoffs.
Despite the administration's optimistic stance, the tech sector has undergone significant restructuring; Meta previously announced cost-cutting measures to pivot investments toward AI, while Amazon reported layoffs in its cloud and logistics units. In comparison to broader labor trends, the ADP Employment Change report issued on May 6, 2026, showed an addition of 109,000 jobs, exceeding the forecast of 99,000, which supports Hassett’s view of a resilient labor market per market data.
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Sign InInvestors should monitor U.S. Initial Jobless Claims, which stood at 200,000 as of May 7, 2026, as a primary indicator of labor market health. Upcoming quarterly earnings from Big Tech will be critical in determining whether AI-driven cost efficiencies lead to further headcount reductions or new role creation. The outlook remains neutral as markets watch how AI investments translate into productivity gains without compromising overall employment rates.