In the first quarter of 2025, 210 companies within the S&P 500 cited the term "AI" during their earnings calls, marking the fifth consecutive quarter with over 200 companies referencing artificial intelligence. The Information Technology sector led this trend, with 94% of its companies mentioning AI. However, eight out of eleven sectors, including Industrials and Consumer Staples, saw a quarter-over-quarter decline in the number of companies discussing AI, with Industrials down by seven and Consumer Staples by six. Separately, ABI Research reported that 53% of manufacturers are deploying industrial robots to improve quality control, with 28% already using them and 40% identifying quality as the primary motivation. Additionally, 95% of manufacturers are investing in artificial intelligence to address uncertainty and accelerate digital transformation.