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Google Announces 35% Workforce Reduction with Voluntary Exit Programs

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
35,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~19%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
35,000 OF 181,269 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Mountain View, California, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Alphabet Inc. has announced a significant reduction in its workforce, cutting 35% of its employees, which translates to approximately 35,000 jobs. This decision comes as part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and improve efficiency amid changing market conditions. The layoffs are effective immediately, with voluntary exit programs being offered to affected employees. The company aims to adapt to the evolving tech landscape and address financial pressures. This move reflects ongoing challenges in the tech industry, where many companies are reassessing their workforce needs.

Alphabet Inc. cut 35,000 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 19.3% of the 181,269 people Alphabet Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 43 layoff events at Alphabet Inc. since December 2022, affecting a combined 64,388 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff22 hours ago

Alphabet Inc. cut 35,000 jobs on October 1, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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