A 2026 survey by ResumeBuilder.com reveals that 54% of U.S. companies have reduced employee compensation—including bonuses, raises, and base pay—or conducted layoffs to fund investments in artificial intelligence. Driven by competitive pressures and investor demands, many firms prioritize AI spending over employee satisfaction, with 94% expecting to reduce headcount and accepting higher turnover as they continue shifting budgets toward AI growth.
https://www.resumebuilder.com/half-of-companies-are-cutting-compensation-to-fund-ai-investments/