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AI investment cycle may have peaked, says Jefferies

Investment bank raises India allocation amid concerns about global AI spending sustainability.

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At a glance

  • Jefferies warns AI investment cycle may have peaked or entered mid-cycle correction
  • Rising financing costs cited as a concern
  • India allocation raised to 14 per cent

Jefferies has warned that the global artificial intelligence investment cycle may have reached its peak or could be entering a correction phase, citing rising financing costs as a factor.

The investment bank has increased its allocation to India to 14 per cent, according to the report.

Why it matters

AI investment trends influence global technology spending and market valuations across sectors.

Original reporting

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