99% of CEOs Expect AI-Driven Layoffs in the Next Two Years

A report from global human resources consultancy Mercer has found that 99% of CEOs anticipate artificial intelligence-driven layoffs within the next two years. The finding comes from Mercer's Global Talent Trends report, which surveys chief executives across multiple industries. The near-unanimous figure underscores how deeply AI is expected to reshape corporate workforce planning in the near term.

According to the report, the majority of these expected layoffs will focus on early-career employees. The two-year timeline suggests that companies are actively preparing for significant reductions in their entry-level workforces. The report does not specify the exact number of jobs that may be affected, but the high percentage of CEOs expecting cuts indicates a broad consensus on AI's imminent impact on employment.

Such findings are likely to fuel ongoing debates about AI's role in the labor market and the need for policies to support workers whose roles are most at risk. As companies move forward with AI integration, the predicted layoffs may prompt discussions about reskilling, education, and social safety nets.