Goldman: Hyperscaler AI Capex to Rise 50% to $1.2 Trillion

Goldman Sachs expects AI infrastructure spending by the five largest US hyperscalers to rise over 50% to $1.2 trillion next year, above the $1.1 trillion consensus. Analysts say the companies would need about $300 billion in annual AI revenue to break even.

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