SWHY(SZ:000166) 申万宏源宏观·2025-12-07 02:16Core Insights - The article discusses the significant decline in non-farm employment in the U.S. since mid-2025, highlighting the rising risk of unemployment and the impact of AI on the job market [1][5][110] Group 1: AI and Employment - AI adoption in U.S. companies has increased from 3.7% two years ago to 10% as of September 2025, with a notable rise in layoffs, particularly in the tech sector [1][5][12] - The structural impact of AI is primarily felt in high-exposure industries, among younger workers, and in high-paying positions, but overall, AI is not the main cause of the employment downturn [1][5][12] - The correlation between AI adoption rates and employment growth is weak, indicating that AI's impact on job losses may be limited [26][29][33] Group 2: Causes of Employment Decline in 2025 - The decline in U.S. employment in 2025 is attributed to both supply and demand factors, with illegal immigration net inflow decreasing by 1.6 to 2 million, explaining about 50% of the employment slowdown [2][50][52] - Government layoffs and tariff impacts are significant contributors to the employment decline, with government sector influences accounting for 37% of the non-farm employment slowdown [2][62][63] - The employment growth in tariff-sensitive sectors has slowed by two-thirds compared to the previous year, indicating ongoing challenges in the job market [2][62][63] Group 3: Outlook for 2026 - The labor supply in the U.S. is expected to continue contracting in 2026, while demand may stabilize, maintaining low levels of equilibrium employment [3][83][88] - Short-term unemployment risks remain high due to potential triggers from tariffs, government shutdowns, and AI's ongoing impact on job replacement [3][96][100] - The economic landscape is characterized by a "K-shaped" recovery, complicating Federal Reserve decision-making as labor shortages may increase labor share while surpluses could lead to economic disparities [3][100]