Deutsche Bank identifies five industries facing AI disruption

Deutsche Bank identified five industries facing significant disruption from artificial intelligence in a Feb. 16, 2026 report. The analysis highlights information technology, financial services, customer service, manufacturing, and media as vulnerable sectors. In software, 85% of developers use AI assistants, boosting productivity 40-60% while reducing entry-level demand. Financial services see robo-advisor assets projected to hit $2.33 trillion by 2028. Additionally, AI is expected to manage 75% of customer service interactions by 2026, with automation threatening manufacturing and media roles.