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Best Buy Announces Layoffs Amid Profit Drop

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Aug 28, 2025

What we know

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Best Buy Co., Inc. has announced layoffs affecting approximately 2,000 employees as part of its efforts to address a significant profit drop despite reporting better-than-expected sales. The layoffs are set to take place in early October 2023, primarily impacting the company's workforce in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This decision comes as the retailer navigates challenges in the current economic climate, aiming to streamline operations and improve profitability. The company has indicated that these cuts are necessary to adapt to changing market conditions and consumer behaviors.

LayoffTalk has tracked 10 layoff events at Best Buy Co., Inc. since July 2025, including 106 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 9 additional events known from news reporting.

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Best Buy Co., Inc.BBY
Consumer Discretionary · 85,000 employees
10
EVENTS TRACKED
106
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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