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AI Agents Are Already Changing the Price of Goods

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Briefings

Research by Groundwork Collaborative indicates consumer-facing AI agents often recommend more expensive items after analyzing financial data, contradicting claims that technology will lower prices. Guest Lindsay Owens discusses this trend in her book 'Gouged', which explores historical price gouging methods. The podcast covers a 2026 release and includes a Bloomberg subscription link.

Key points

• Groundwork Collaborative research shows consumer-facing AI agents frequently recommend more expensive items after analyzing financial data, contradicting claims that technology will lower prices.
• Guest Lindsay Owens discusses this trend in her book 'Gouged', which explores historical price gouging methods and the impact on consumer wallets.

Context

Podcast 'AI Agents Are Already Changing the Price of Goods' features guest Lindsay Owens from Groundwork Collaborative, discussing her book 'Gouged' and AI agents' potential to increase prices through financial analysis.

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Evidence is limited to a single podcast episode and one research study; no broader market data or long-term trends are provided.

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