Security· August 17, 2026 at 12:27 p.m.
Gartner Predicts Agentic AI Costs to Increase Fivefold by 2028
Key takeaways
- Agentic AI costs are expected to increase fivefold by 2028
- Gartner predicts organizations may demote or decommission AI agents due to issues with the technology
- Usage-based billing models have contributed to runaway costs in token-heavy workflows
The cost of implementing agentic AI workflows is projected to surge more than five times by the end of 2028, according to Gartner. This increase is attributed to users adopting complex applications of the technology, despite falling model prices. Gartner warns that these advanced AI capabilities demand either greater returns or better optimization to secure a return on investment.
