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Applied Materials Announces Job Cuts Amid Export Rule Changes

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.9%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
300 OF 35,200 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: California, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Applied Materials, Inc. has laid off approximately 300 employees as part of a restructuring effort in response to tightening export regulations affecting the semiconductor industry. The job cuts, which occurred in early October 2023, are part of the company's strategy to adapt to the changing market conditions and maintain competitiveness. The layoffs primarily impacted operations in California, where the company is headquartered. This decision reflects the broader challenges faced by the tech sector due to new government policies aimed at controlling technology exports.

Applied Materials, Inc. cut 300 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.9% of the 35,200 people Applied Materials, Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 28 layoff events at Applied Materials, Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 7,493 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Applied Materials, Inc. cut 300 jobs on October 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

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