OpenAI Projects $17 Billion Losses in 2025 Amid High Operational Costs
DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
OpenAI projects a $17 billion loss for 2025, with total operational needs potentially reaching $150 billion before achieving breakeven, which is not expected until after 2030. The company's high costs, primarily driven by computing infrastructure and GPU expenses, significantly exceed its revenue of approximately $3.5 to $4 billion in 2024, highlighting the economic challenges in the consumer market. However, the enterprise sector shows potential for profitability through contracts and integration of AI into critical business processes.

Jan 13, 2026, 11:38 AM