PwC – Global AI Jobs Barometer, 2025

The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on jobs and employee productivity by 2025 is the main theme.

Key findings include AI significantly boosting worker productivity and creating value for companies. Industries most capable of leveraging AI show a threefold increase in revenue per employee. Since 2022, as AI awareness has grown, productivity growth in AI-ready industries has nearly quadrupled. Workers with AI skills, such as prompt engineering, receive a 56% salary premium. All industries are increasing AI usage, including less obvious ones like mining and construction. AI is used to enhance worker value and productivity, not just to optimize headcount. Skill changes necessary for success occur 66% faster in AI-affected professions.