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The Future of U.S. Productivity: Cautious Optimism amid Uncertainty

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Recent productivity growth likely reflects both cyclical and structural factors, including remote work and AI.

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  • Nida Çakır Melek & Alex Gallin, 2024. "The Future of U.S. Productivity: Cautious Optimism amid Uncertainty," Economic Review, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, pages 1-20, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:fip:fedker:99289
    DOI: 10.18651/ER/v109n9CakirMelekGallin
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