#workforcereduction

Jersey City officials confirmed that over thirty municipal employees will be laid off. The announcement came during a city council meeting on Friday afternoon. Union leaders also acknowledged the impending job losses. The Solomon administration is implementing these workforce reductions. The exact reasons for the layoffs were not detailed in the report.

Jersey City, New Jersey

https://jcitytimes.com/five-city-councilmembers-decry-solomons-scare-tactics-on-worker-layoffs/

How can they lay off AMs, while turning around and immediately adding new AMs?

It seems like what might be really happening is CDW is trying to re-set the payroll with lower paid employees and foregoing the experience, expertise and customer relationships of AMs who were paid more competitively.

I’m sure that’s also happening in other departments.

What could go wrong?🤦🏻‍♂️

A significant majority of HR leaders anticipate further workforce reductions in 2026. Many organizations are now treating job cuts as a routine management strategy rather than a last resort. This trend is driven by a need to acquire specific skills and adapt to volatile market conditions. Despite these widespread layoffs, a notable perception gap exists regarding internal redeployment programs. The constant uncertainty surrounding job security is also impacting the well-being of both employees and HR professionals.

https://www.thehrdigest.com/87-of-hr-leaders-are-planning-layoffs-in-2026/

PwC has implemented targeted voluntary redundancies within its UK audit practice, affecting senior associates and managers. This move follows a trend among Big Four firms to adjust staffing levels due to slower market conditions and reduced employee attrition. The company stated these exits are in areas with low natural turnover to ensure the right skills are available for market opportunities. This action mirrors similar workforce recalibrations at KPMG and Deloitte. The Big Four are collectively rebalancing their workforces after a period of rapid post-pandemic hiring.

London, United Kingdom

https://www.peoplematters.in/news/strategic-hr/layoffs-reach-pwc-as-big-four-firms-continue-audit-workforce-reset-50778

Two major hospital systems in Kern County are implementing workforce changes amidst industry-wide financial challenges. Dignity Health plans to lay off 57 employees, including 33 nurses, at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital by September. Adventist Health also disclosed the reclassification of 125 workers, with only three actual job losses in Kern County, as affected employees were offered other positions. These adjustments reflect broader pressures on medical centers due to rising costs and complex payer dynamics. Industry experts point to state and federal policy changes impacting healthcare coverage and reimbursement rates as significant contributing factors to these financial strains.

Bakersfield, California

https://www.bakersfield.com/news/kern-hospitals-issue-79-layoff-notices-amid-healthcare-shifts/article_9b59205d-6d41-438f-bb39-9ccb6258694b.amp.html

The United States is experiencing a significant surge in tech industry layoffs, accounting for the vast majority of global job reductions. Oracle has emerged as the largest contributor, responsible for nearly 20% of all tech job cuts this year. Major companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta are also implementing workforce reductions, often citing AI integration as a driving factor. These layoffs are part of a broader industry trend toward restructuring and optimizing operations for future growth. The phenomenon highlights a global recalibration within the tech sector, with the US at its epicenter.

United States

https://www.thehrdigest.com/tech-layoffs-in-2026-arent-slowing-down-us-remains-the-epicenter/

Microsoft has reduced its global workforce by approximately 4,800 employees, representing about 2.1% of its staff. These layoffs primarily impact the sales organization and the Xbox gaming division. The company is implementing a comprehensive severance package, exceeding typical industry standards. This includes extended pay, continued stock vesting, and health insurance coverage for eligible employees. These actions coincide with Microsoft's significant investments in artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure.

https://innotechtoday.com/the-business-of-letting-go-microsofts-new-layoff-playbook/

Information management firm OpenText has announced another round of workforce reductions. Approximately 400 global employees are affected by this latest cut. The company stated these changes are part of ongoing organizational planning. OpenText has implemented a business optimization plan that includes workforce reductions. This follows previous layoffs earlier in the year.

Kitchener, Ontario

https://betakit.com/opentext-lays-off-two-percent-of-its-workforce/

Wells Fargo has announced another round of layoffs at its Jordan Creek campus. This marks the ninth set of job reductions since February. Twenty employees will be affected by this latest notification. These cuts bring the total number of job losses this year to 281. The bank has been reducing its workforce significantly since 2019.

West Des Moines, Iowa

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/2026/07/09/wells-fargo-layoffs-west-des-moines-jordan-creek/90854112007/

Is has been noted that ISP offers will be going out to union positions across Frontier July 16-17. Mainly copper related positions will be affected and to be followed by a massive force realignment for those who stay. For copper technicians this is basically your time to go! Verizon will also see mass layoff announcements come July 16th. CTF, California Texas Florida

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/economy/2026/07/09/why-americans-leave-workforce/90826379007/

All they need to do is come to this forum. Corporate America is abusing the workforce and then going overseas where abuse is more tolerated.

Global manufacturer Saint-Gobain has implemented significant layoffs at its Monofrax plant. Seventy-nine employees were affected by this workforce reduction. This action represents more than half of the plant's total staff. The company recently paused a large expansion project in Niagara County. This layoff follows that earlier decision.

Falconer, New York

https://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/news/2026/07/06/saint-gobain-layoffs-falconer-monofrax.html

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (SGWS) will slash 1% of its workforce as it implements a more tech-heavy business model, the beverage-alcohol distributor announced Tuesday afternoon.

https://drinks-intel.com/cross-category/southern-glazers-wine-spirits-to-cut-up-to-219-jobs-in-us/

Thermo Fisher Scientific is implementing layoffs affecting 70 employees at its Middleton facility. This decision stems from a consolidation of US Bioanalytical laboratory operations into a Richmond, Virginia location. Certain positions tied to these operations in Middleton will be impacted through 2026. The company had previously expanded in 2024 with a significant investment. State tax credits were authorized to support the company's growth.

Middleton, WI

https://www.channel3000.com/news/thermo-fisher-scientific-lays-off-70-in-middleton/article_ce0bb179-8bc6-46e3-8596-f91a2f14f27d.html

Can anybody confirm?

Pulled into 9am meeting, laid off everyone employed in Charlottesville VA

Legaltech startup Darrow has laid off approximately one-third of its staff, impacting around 60 employees. This significant reduction includes many legal analysts who were instrumental in developing the company's AI platform. Despite being profitable for three consecutive years, Darrow cited market evolution and technological advancements as reasons for reorganization. The company aims to become a more agile and multidisciplinary organization to support future growth.

https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/hy7svt97ge

VCA Animal Hospitals is implementing widespread layoffs affecting nearly 200 corporate and veterinary staff across North America. These workforce reductions are part of a larger restructuring of the company's corporate headquarters in Los Angeles. Additionally, a hospital in the Bay Area will be permanently closed, impacting all its employees. The company cited organizational changes to continue investing in its services and supporting its workforce through these transitions. These actions reflect broader market recalibrations within the veterinary industry.

Los Angeles, California

https://www.whittierdailynews.com/2026/07/07/vca-animal-hospitals-laying-off-nearly-200-across-l-a-and-bay-area/

https://nj1015.com/novartis-cuts-jobs-new-jersey/

Obsidian Entertainment faced significant staff reductions. Around 60 to 70 employees, or 25% of its workforce, were laid off. The cuts impacted various roles including producers, artists, and designers. Long-term staff, like an art director, were among those affected. Development on Grounded 2 and The Outer Worlds 2 expansion will proceed.

https://ixbt.games/en/news/2026/07/07/422640-obsidian-poteriala-desiatki-sotrudnikov-posle-masstabnyx-sokrashhenii-xbox.html

Amazon recently cut 57 jobs in Washington state. Affected roles included software engineers, product managers, and creative marketing staff. Employees received notification in May and early June. The company filed a WARN notice due to organizational changes impacting over 50 employees. These cuts are part of broader tech industry belt-tightening and follow previous Amazon layoffs.

Seattle, Washington

https://www.geekwire.com/2026/filing-shows-amazon-cut-57-tech-jobs-in-washington-state-in-recent-weeks/

Nature's Bakery plans to permanently close its Hazelwood, Missouri manufacturing plant. This closure will result in 345 employee layoffs. Manufacturing operations are transferring to other company facilities. The plant will continue operating through 2026, closing in September 2027. Affected employees can seek roles within Nature's Bakery or Mars Inc.

Hazelwood, Missouri

https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/natures-bakery-to-close-hazelwood-plant-345-layoffs-planned/amp/

id Software, the developer behind the Doom series, has reportedly laid off approximately 50 percent of its staff. These cuts are part of broader layoffs impacting Xbox and its parent company, ZeniMax. Sources indicate over 90 redundancies occurred, significantly affecting the QA department. This restructuring comes as ZeniMax plans to focus on major franchises like Doom and The Elder Scrolls. Former id co-founder John Romero expressed support for the affected employees. Overall, Microsoft is cutting 4,800 employees across its divisions.

https://www.theverge.com/games/962223/doom-id-software-xbox-layoffs

Reports indicate id Software cut half its staff. This reportedly includes over 90 redundancies at the developer. The QA department was particularly affected by these reductions. These actions are part of Xbox's larger plan to eliminate 3,200 roles. Bethesda is restructuring to focus on its strongest game franchises.

https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/report-around-half-of-the-id-software-team-have-been-laid-off

As the title says. its WFRs with no relation to performance

Hang on, its going to get alot worse.

Lots of team members who are remote working on PPDM got hit. Most of Irvine team, working on PPDM, all remote when the site closed down in Feb, got let go. Alsp ppl in SC and Hopkinton. In total about 40 in PPDM.

Microsoft is undergoing a significant restructuring across its Xbox division. This involves cutting 3,200 jobs over the next year. The company stated no first-party publicly announced games are canceled as part of these reductions. Some studios like Ninja Theory and Undead Labs are being sold to new owners. The future of their games will ultimately rest with this new ownership.

https://www.gamespot.com/articles/no-announced-xbox-games-are-getting-axed-in-microsoft-layoffs-company-says/

XBOX is undergoing its most significant restructure in company history. The company plans to reduce its team by approximately 3,200 employees through FY27. This includes 1,600 immediate role eliminations and four studios leaving XBOX. Compulsion Games, Double Fine, Ninja Theory, and Undead Labs are transitioning to new ownership or independence. The restructure aims to address unhealthy business margins and a weakened core business.

https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/07/06/resetting-xbox/

ADP has been doing layoffs for over ten years now. Once longtime employees start making to much money the company starts cutting jobs and rehires for cheaper labor.

Any news on potential layoffs? If trends persist, they’re quarterly & won’t be stopping anytime soon.

Will there be even more cuts?

Yes, there will be layoffs but no material planning has started. The metric which is bugging the ELT is that Seagate's opex is about $100M less per quarter than WD. They have structural advantages such as operating in N. Ireland and MN but nonetheless, WD will cut staff to try to match them.

Any new info?

Microsoft (MSFT) recently disclosed that it is parting ways with up to 2.5% of its workforce. Sometimes companies conduct layoffs because their outlooks have deteriorated, but it's unlikely that Microsoft is cutting employees because it is struggling.

https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/microsoft-stock-outlook-remains-upbeat-221454081.html

Intel announced plans to reduce its workforce to 75,000 by year-end. This represents a 31% reduction from 108,900 employees at the end of last year. The company previously aimed to cut annual operating expenses to $17 billion. CEO Lip-Bu Tan acknowledged these difficult but necessary streamlining decisions. Intel also reported a $2.9 billion net loss in its second quarter due to restructuring.

https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/topstories/intel-layoffs-intel-expects-workforce-to-shrink-by-25000/ar-AA1JfDmi?apiversion=v2&domshim=1&noservercache=1&noservertelemetry=1&batchservertelemetry=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1

Around 4k employees have to go, the last day is October 12.

Two companies announced Michigan layoffs in June. Ascend Wellness Holdings planned to lay off 94 workers in Lansing. This followed the closure of its ca--abis facility. The Dako Group also planned to lay off 82 employees in Auburn Hills. These actions affected a total of 176 employees.

https://www.mlive.com/news/2026/07/2-companies-planned-over-170-michigan-layoffs-in-june.html

I've only been here a few months. If I get cut in the next round, am I getting any kind of severance or nothing at all?

What do you think the chances are of more cuts happening this month?

The answer is always yes. The questions that should be asked now are when and how many.