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MARKS WARNS OF AI INVESTING UNCERTAINTY

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SUN, SEP 20, 2026

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Howard Marks, Oaktree Capital co-founder, cautioned that market optimism since late 2022 has masked underlying risks in AI investing. The veteran investor highlighted unresolved questions about profitability, valuations, and job market impact.

Speaking on Bloomberg This Weekend, Marks noted that investor enthusiasm around artificial intelligence is clear but questioned whether current valuations reflect genuine potential or irrational exuberance. Key concerns include: - Profitability unclear: AI companies' path to sustainable earnings remains undefined - Valuation risk: Stock prices may not align with actual future returns - Labor impact: Potential job displacement effects are not fully understood Marks emphasized that market sentiment has shifted toward optimism, prompting investors to overlook negative signals. This environment makes caution essential, he argued, though he stopped short of declaring AI enthusiasm outright irrational. The comments reflect broader debates in financial markets about whether AI-related stocks are fairly valued or represent another technology bubble.

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