Is OpenAI’s Projected $200B Revenue a Game-Changer?
The debate about OpenAI’s anticipated revenue continues! 🚀 Is this a new wave of spending or merely a reallocation of existing digital dollars? Here’s a breakdown of the digital economy landscape:
- Past 25 Years: The internet’s evolution has focused more on mix shift than market expansion.
- Current Ad Spend: U.S. ad expenditure stands at $380B/year, with online ads capturing approximately 70% (~$260B).
- Total Online Revenue:
- Ads: $260B (3% of adjusted PCE)
- Payments: $180B (1.5% of card volume)
- Software: $850B (4% of PCE)
- E-commerce: ~$100B take-rate revenue
As we layer in AI, the critical question arises: will OpenAI’s revenue cannibalize existing spend or create new markets?
The potential upside? A productivity boost akin to the IT revolution, leading to increased spending and enhanced corporate margins.
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