penetration

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PNC Economics Research found the number of households paying for generative AI subscriptions is up roughly 155% year over year in March—though overall penetration remains at only about 2% of households.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

This implies 35% market penetration before factoring in any discontinuation rates, versus the 10% the company is at today.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo have not been a goal threat; Kobbie Mainoo's performance levels have dipped, while penetration from full-back areas has reduced.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

That represents an estimated 3.8% penetration of the global smartphone user base.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

Then there is hiv—which is very much an emerging virus, because its penetration of the human species is increasing rapidly, with no end in sight.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston