AI Skills Now Hardest to Find Globally, Report Shows

Artificial intelligence skills have emerged as the hardest to find globally for the first time, according to ManpowerGroup's 2026 Talent Shortage Survey.

The finding marks a shift from previous years where IT skills dominated the shortage list. AI expertise is now in demand across industries as companies accelerate adoption.

Impact on Hiring

Companies report difficulty filling roles involving machine learning, prompt engineering, and AI integration. The shortage is driving up salaries and creating competition for talent.

Training programs and internal upskilling initiatives have increased as organizations attempt to build AI capabilities within their existing workforce.