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Howard Marks Is the King of Common Sense. His AI Verdict Is Chilling

Australian Financial Review

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Date Published
2 Mar 2026
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2
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1 Mar 2026, 06:30 pm

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The Oaktree Capital Management co-founder says artificial intelligence may be moving too quickly for society to adapt. But, there’s one group he believes is safe.

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Howard Marks, co-founder of Oaktree Capital Management, expresses concern over the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and its potential outpacing of societal adaptation. Marks, known for his sensible investment advice, warns that while some groups may be immune to these changes, the broader impact on markets and society could be significant. The article explores the potential risks associated with AI's growth, touching upon themes of global economic stability and societal upheaval. Although oriented towards financial impacts, the discussion indirectly relates to larger questions about AI governance and risk management.

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MarketsChanticleerPrint articleMar 2, 2026 – 5.00amIf Howard Marks has a superpower, it’s his ability to stay above the fray.Marks’ famous investment memos are so revered because he’s the model of common sense in a world often bereft of it. While investors swing from euphoria to panic, Marks always keeps his head.Loading...James Thomson is senior Chanticleer columnist based in Melbourne. He was the Companies editor and editor of BRW Magazine. Connect with James on Twitter. Email James at j.thomson@afr.comSaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy linkCopiedEmailLinkedInTwitterFacebookCopy linkCopiedShare via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? LoginLicense articleFollow the topics, people and companies that matter to you.Find out moreRead MoreChanticleerOpinionAISharemarketFetching latest articles