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Capital One to Lay Off Over 1,100 Employees at Former Discover HQ

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
1,100
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~2.1%
1,100 OF 52,500 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Lake County, Illinois, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Capital One Financial Corporation has announced plans to lay off over 1,100 employees at its former Discover headquarters located in Lake County, Illinois. This decision reflects the company's ongoing restructuring efforts as it adapts to changing market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Specific details regarding the timeline for these layoffs have not been disclosed, but the announcement indicates a significant workforce reduction at this location. The move underscores the challenges faced by the company in the current economic climate.

Capital One Financial Corporation cut 1,100 jobs.

That is roughly 2.1% of the 52,500 people Capital One Financial Corporation employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 14 layoff events at Capital One Financial Corporation since January 2023, affecting a combined 8,302 employees.

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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by Capital One Financial Corporation.

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Capital One Financial CorporationCOF
Financial Services · 52,500 employees
14
EVENTS TRACKED
10K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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