AI scare: Citroni's report is just a 'thought experiment' for now

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A recent report from Citroni Research on potential AI-induced mass layoffs has caused a sell-off in the tech sector and major market indices, leading to concerns about the legitimacy of AI fears.

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Market impact analysis based on bearish sentiment with 75% confidence.

Sentiment
Bearish
AI Confidence
75%
Time Horizon
Short Term

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A new AI sell-off has spooked markets (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC) and the tech sector in Monday's session after a report from Citroni Research outlined a scenario of mass layoffs that could occur in 2028 due to AI. Sevens Report Research founder Tom Essaye, Yahoo Finance Markets and Data Editor Jared Blikre, and Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Ines Ferré assess the legitimacy of these AI fears as disruptions ripple across the software landscape. IBM (IBM) shares dropped yesterday while Wall Street investors adjust their price targets on Workday (WDAY). To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Opening Bid.

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Original article published by Yahoo Finance on February 24, 2026.
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