#layoffs

Americans are cutting back on spending due to rising gas prices. Gas prices are approaching $4 a gallon after the Iran war. Economists predict sustained price increases could strain household budgets. Despite these pressures, U.S. unemployment benefit applications decreased last week. New jobless claims fell to 205,000, below expert forecasts.

https://www.businessreport.com/article/roundup-the-squeeze-begins-layoffs-not-yet-baton-rouge-built

For those who have left or have received termination letter, what are the severance amounts vs estimate? Please state YEE and % difference between estimate and actual.

Western Wyoming Community College announced nine additional position eliminations. Five of these positions are currently filled. The college identified an increased budget shortfall. The new estimated shortfall is approximately $5 million. This figure increased from an earlier $1.5 million estimate.

Green River, WY

https://www.greenriverstar.com/story/2026/03/19/county/western-announces-additional-layoffs/13683.html

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Ingka Group, Ikea's largest franchisee, plans to cut approximately 800 jobs. These reductions will occur within its Group Functions. CEO Juvencio Maeztu stated the company grew too complex. The move aims to simplify the organization for speed and agility. The company will also invest in employee training and development.

https://www.retaildive.com/news/ikea-800-job-cuts-layoffs-ingka-group/815202/

Snowflake confirmed "targeted" staff cuts. These adjustments align teams with the company's long-term strategy. The cuts specifically affected its technical writing and documentation team. Snowflake aims for operational efficiency and more AI products. Other tech companies also made layoffs due to AI focus.

https://www.businessinsider.com/snowflake-layoffs-strategy-ai-growth-2026-3

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies confirmed layoffs at its College Station facility. This decision followed a strategic review of the company's portfolio. The company aims to improve efficiencies and align operations with customer demand. A small number of roles were impacted by this effort. Impacted individuals will receive support including severance packages.

https://www.kbtx.com/2026/03/19/global-medicine-vaccine-producer-confirms-layoffs-college-station-facility/

It looks line people that were let go were either US born or naturalized citizens.

Pajaro Valley Unified School District plans school closures and consolidations. This multiyear effort addresses ongoing enrollment declines and financial uncertainty. An advisory group will develop recommendations by November for the board. The district recently approved $15 million in layoffs affecting 160 jobs. Teachers remain frustrated over layoffs and proposed benefit cuts.

Watsonville, California

https://lookouexample.com/despite-budget-improvements-after-layoffs-pajaro-valley-unified-school-district-to-look-at-closing-some-schools/story

CSU Bakersfield management notified the California Faculty Association of potential layoffs. Campus leadership cited a projected budget shortfall for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Union members held a protest on March 16. They noted rising enrollment and state funding for the system. Unions seek to protect campus jobs.

https://www.calfac.org/csu-bakersfield-union-solidarity-rally-empowers-members-in-fight-against-possible-layoffs/

Layoffs continue in the entertainment industry this year. This follows many job cuts in 2025. William Morris Endeavor announced a 3% staff reduction. This announcement came after St. Patrick’s Day. Axios, Lionsgate, and Universal Music Group’s Mercury Studios also had layoffs.

https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/413604/new-layoffs-hit-the-entertainment-field.html?edition=141982

Charter Communications is ending operations at a Spectrum facility. The facility's final day of operation is May 21. This action impacts 313 employees. The company submitted a worker displacement report. Work from Appleton will transfer to other U.S. centers.

https://www.wpr.org/news/spectrum-call-center-in-appleton-will-close-leaving-over-300-people-without-jobs

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development held an informational session for affected workers. This session is part of their "rapid response" program. Employee layoffs are scheduled to begin next month.

Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin

https://www.weau.com/2026/03/19/family-fare-employees-facing-layoffs-learn-their-options-wisconsin-workforce-development-session/

CBS News staffers are experiencing high anxiety. Word has spread about impending mass layoffs. These cuts would be the second round in months. Bari Weiss is overseeing the expected job reductions. The layoffs are intended to reshape the newsroom.

https://www.status.news/p/cbs-news-layoffs-bari-weiss-ce41

Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers, has closed. Penguin Young Readers confirmed the closure. This action resulted in layoffs and staff reassignments. Three Dial editors moved to G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers. Other employees were also laid off from Viking and Kokila.

https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/childrens/childrens-industry-news/article/99957-layoffs-moves-at-penguin-young-readers-as-dial-imprint-shuttered.html

Goldman Sachs will start a series of small layoffs. These reductions will continue throughout the summer. All business lines within the company are expected to be impacted. This new approach replaces the bank's previous single annual layoff event. Business-line leaders will now determine their own timelines for staff cuts.

https://www.pymnts.com/news/banking/2026/goldman-sachs-replaces-big-annual-layoff-with-targeted-rolling-cuts/

Let's say we survive next week, what's ahead of us in July ?

More general layoffs or entire teams and órga being gotten rid of ?

Are all remote people on the chopping block now? Just heard of people today being laid off that were made remote from site closures.

I can’t say I’m happy about it, just relieved I still have a job. Two people on my team were let go.

So what's the buzz out there on VCG layoffs?

They laid off a whole group of people today, some with over 3 years at the company. If you still have a job I highly recommend you find a backup plan.

This is their way of getting people to leave since they don’t want the black eye of laying off 30% of the workforce they don’t need. Playing chess no checkers. Don’t be a puppet

Also-ran technology, trying to play catch-up to the market leaders, struggling to rank 5th or 6th on a field of 3. All the layoffs in the world won't save them.

A new approach was just announced and it is more upper level with less to do the work. So, the new execs and C-Levels must still have friends they needed to bring with them.

It was asked why so many who actually did work and were great employees were let go - but no answer given. Probably because there is no good answer. The general feeling is they are retaining people who don't question why so much time is wasted, so many useless layers of "management", and/or do little to nothing. They don't want people who want to deliver and help customers - they want to bark orders and people who put their heads down and avoid conflict!

I am not sure where the Humana Board is - but how are they bringing in people with no proven experience at such high levels and letting them bring down the organization?

Crazy, Crazy!!

Are lay offs happening in HDP?

Is layoff happening in omaha location ?

I was in GHQ; let go this morning. Does anyone know how many people total?

It's hard to believe Humana stock has been going down, down.... It used to be $544 three and a half years ago!! You can't say the company is doing great! It used to be a phenomenal company with brilliant and kind people. No more!! This happened in the past three years. Is this still a surprise that HR is letting people go? It's messed up.

In OPTUM we just had two people laid off in our own team. So it is very true

It seems like a smaller one for some reason, but I could be wrong.

Post the tea

Red Storm Entertainment has reportedly undergone significant restructuring, resulting in 105 layoffs. The company is now rumored to have transitioned into a dedicated support studio. This change marks a substantial shift in the development studio's operational focus and workforce. The reported layoffs indicate a major reduction in its staffing levels. This development suggests a redefined role for Red Storm Entertainment within its larger corporate structure.

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/ubisoft-announces-layoffs-and-the-cease-of-game-development-at-red-storm-entertainment

Anyone from Optum insight product? My position was just eliminated as well as my whole teams.

Alameda Health System faces a nearly $91.7 million budget deficit. This led to a plan for nearly 200 layoffs and program cuts. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors voted to review the plan. A working group will seek alternatives to the proposed layoffs. Anticipated federal Medicaid funding reductions contribute to the financial concerns.

Alameda, California

https://www.independentnews.com/news/regional_and_ca/tri-valley-spared-in-proposed-health-system-layoff-plan/article_9f2a9087-d894-45a1-909b-4323b1f4d71c.html

I'm certainly not defending Citi and I'm well aware that a deluge of layoffs or a 'quick tiuchbase" could happen any time but card layoff activity has been low or nonexistent in March. Anybody seeing something different?

Bay Area school districts face significant budget deficits. Many districts are announcing layoffs and school closures. This occurs despite record state education funding increases. Declining student enrollment is the primary cause of these financial pressures. State funding is based on average daily attendance, reducing district revenue.

https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2026/03/19/bay-area-school-cuts-layoffs-closures/amp/

Clintwood JOD, LLC issued permanent layoffs earlier this month. The company operates in Eastern Kentucky. Employees received notice on March 9. This followed a temporary furlough from February 24. Unforeseen business circumstances led to the decision.

Pike County, Kentucky

https://amp.kentucky.com/news/state/kentucky/article315101294.html

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mike-sicilia1_yesterday-we-reported-a-strong-quarter-with-activity-7437601407475548160-tmwy?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAeLGGkBW58pG8Xam5zgPWFlMFdprjBtEZg

There was a time when leadership here actually cared about people over profits. I was proud to be part of it. Then things shifted and the cuts started coming, one after another, cold and methodical. The message is clear now. People don't matter. Only the money does.