Forrester predicts Chinese cloud providers will add 50% more agentic AI features than US hyperscalers by end of 2027. At least three neocloud providers will be acquired or merged by end of 2027. Public backlash will force at least two US hyperscalers to cancel AI data center projects by end of 2027. Buyers should check financial viability and portability before committing. Leaders should prepare for capacity shortages and rising costs. The cloud market will become more competitive and fragmented. Innovation must be balanced with flexibility and cost discipline. The figures come from a Forrester report.

• 50% more new agentic AI platform capabilities by end of 2027
• at least three neocloud providers acquired or merged by end of 2027
• at least two US hyperscalers cancel AI data center projects by end of 2027