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Why cut jobs when profitable?

NatWest made a £2.2bn profit and saved £420m, yet still cut jobs. Companies often aim to increase efficiency and reduce long-term costs, even when profitable. Investing in AI now can lead to greater savings and higher profits in the future, making these decisions strategic for sustained growth.

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