The chart shows that while stronger productivity has historically aligned with stronger job growth, the current expansion stands out with solid hiring despite weak productivity gains. Although AI raises concerns about job losses, past technological shifts have typically created new industries and expanded employment opportunities. Many modern jobs didn’t exist decades ago, suggesting innovation ultimately increases, rather than reduces, job opportunities.

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