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Australia anticipates AI to enhance economic growth over the next 40 years
Sep 22, 2026
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Australia plans to leverage artificial intelligence to boost economic growth, aiming for a long-term labor productivity target of 1.2% annually. The Treasury's Intergenerational Report forecasts a potential investment of $150 billion in data centers by 2030.
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- Australia is focusing on artificial intelligence to drive economic growth over the next four decades.
- The Treasury's Intergenerational Report highlights a target of 1.2% annual labor productivity growth.
- An estimated $150 billion may be invested in data centers by the year 2030.
- Richard Yetsenga, ANZ's Group Chief Economist, discussed the implications for Australia's growth outlook.
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