Noah Smith

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Economics writer (Noahpinion); analysis across growth, trade, industrial policy, inflation, and tech.

AI Will Redefine White‑Collar Work, Not Just Eliminate Jobs
SocialMar 5, 2026

AI Will Redefine White‑Collar Work, Not Just Eliminate Jobs

Note that "exposure" here does not necessarily mean "job loss". It means AI can automate -- or is now automating -- many of the TASKS involved in a job. That CAN manifest as job loss, but it can also free...

By Noah Smith
Russia's GDP Shrinks, Inflation Claims Unmasked
SocialMar 4, 2026

Russia's GDP Shrinks, Inflation Claims Unmasked

It was actually contracting before, they just lied about the inflation numbers. But nice to see it's contracting so much that they can't cover it up anymore. 🔥🔥🔥

By Noah Smith
Software Engineer Job Postings Rise With Vibe Coding Trend
SocialFeb 26, 2026

Software Engineer Job Postings Rise With Vibe Coding Trend

Interesting chart. Job postings for software engineers have picked up since vibe coding became a thing: https://t.co/vyIZW909Nh

By Noah Smith