Financial sector employees express job security concerns over AI

A global survey conducted by PwC reveals that 53 percent of employees in the financial services sector view artificial intelligence as a threat to their job security. This figure is notably higher than the global average of 44 percent for similar concerns across other industries.

While the integration of AI is driving productivity and improving work quality for approximately 45 percent of financial professionals, it is simultaneously creating tension between operational efficiency and employment stability. The study, part of the PwC Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2026, included data from nearly 50,000 employees across 48 countries.

Industry experts note that the challenge for the sector lies in integrating these digital tools into existing processes and skill development to create long-term value while actively managing the resulting workforce anxiety.