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IDC Sees $22.5 Trillion AI Economic Impact By 2031

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 14, 2026

AI Redefining Enterprise Decision‐Making

International Data Corporation (IDC) reported that artificial intelligence is changing how enterprises make technology decisions. Findings were presented at the company’s Directions 2026 event. The study examines how organizations build, acquire, and deploy technology as AI adoption expands.

The Two Phases Of The AI Supercycle

IDC describes an AI spending cycle consisting of two phases: infrastructure buildout, followed by enterprise adoption. Early investment is focused on computing capacity, while later stages depend on integration into business processes. Meredith Whalen, Chief Product and Research Officer at IDC, said enterprises are still in early adoption stages despite increased spending.

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Economic Influence And The Rise Of Agentic Systems

IDC estimates AI could generate $22.5 trillion in global economic value by 2031. Growth is linked to productivity gains, new revenue models, and changes in business operations. The report also identifies a shift toward AI-driven purchasing processes, where automated systems influence decision-making and reduce reliance on manual input.

Beyond One-Size-Fits-All: Evolving AI Models

Enterprise AI is shifting toward multi-model and multi-agent systems. Organizations are adopting strategies to manage the selection, governance, and coordination of multiple AI tools. AI agents are increasingly used to automate processes, moving software from user-driven applications to systems that deliver outcomes with less manual interaction.

Strategic Adoption And Future Projections

IDC notes that value creation depends on how quickly companies move from testing to operational use. Workforce training and adoption of AI agents remain key factors. The report projects a transition by 2029 from training-focused models to large-scale inference integrated into enterprise systems.

Optimizing AI Investment And Measuring Value

IDC introduced the Agentic Business Value Maximisation Framework to help organizations assess AI use cases and measure outcomes. The framework focuses on prioritization and continuous evaluation. Around 42% of organizations report difficulty measuring AI performance and return on investment.

Conclusion

IDC data show continued expansion of AI adoption across enterprise operations. Execution and implementation remain key factors in determining outcomes. Organizations are expected to focus on deployment, measurement, and integration as AI use increases.

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Eurobank Wins Two Euromoney Awards Following Cyprus Merger

Eurobank has been named Cyprus’ Best Bank for 2026 by Euromoney, while also receiving the award for Best Bank for Large Corporates at the publication’s latest Awards for Excellence.

Merger Marks A Milestone

The awards recognise the bank’s performance during 2025, a year marked by the completion of the legal merger between Hellenic Bank and Eurobank Cyprus. The transaction created Eurobank Limited, which the group says is now Cyprus’ largest banking and insurance organisation, with assets exceeding €28 billion.

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Euromoney’s Awards for Excellence evaluate banks’ performance over the previous calendar year, with this edition covering January 1 to December 31, 2025.

Lending, Customers And Digital Growth

Eurobank said its business lending portfolio expanded by around 17 per cent during 2025, while its customer base grew to more than 710,000 retail clients and 11,500 business customers.

The bank also continued its digital expansion, saying more than 96 per cent of transactions are now completed through digital channels, and most financing applications are submitted via its mobile app.

Expanding International Presence

Eurobank also highlighted the opening of its first representative office in India, describing the move as a step toward strengthening business links between Cyprus and India while supporting Cyprus’ role as a gateway to the European Union for Indian businesses and investors.

According to the bank, Euromoney recognised not only the successful completion of the merger but also its lending growth, digital transformation and contribution to Cyprus’ position as an international business and investment hub.

CEO On The Awards

“The Euromoney awards confirm Eurobank’s strong momentum and the successful implementation of our group’s strategy in Cyprus,” Chief Executive Michalis Louis said.

He said the merger strengthened the bank’s ability to support households, businesses and the wider economy, while highlighting continued investment in digital services and the opening of the representative office in India as key milestones during the year.