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Halliburton Initiates Layoffs Across Multiple Divisions

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
500
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~1.0%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
500 OF 48,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Houston, Texas, USA.

Department affected: multiple divisions.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Halliburton Company has initiated layoffs affecting approximately 500 employees across multiple divisions in Houston, Texas. The decision comes as part of a restructuring effort aimed at optimizing operations in response to fluctuating crude oil prices. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to enhance efficiency and reduce costs amid challenging market conditions. Halliburton's management stated that these changes are necessary to remain competitive in the evolving energy sector. The layoffs are expected to impact various departments within the company, reflecting a significant shift in their operational focus.

Halliburton Company cut 500 jobs affecting its multiple divisions team as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 1% of the 48,000 people Halliburton Company employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 5 layoff events at Halliburton Company since October 2023, affecting a combined 3,850 employees.

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Anonymous by default. Be kind — people reading this may be going through it right now.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Halliburton Company cut 500 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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Energy · 48,000 employees
5
EVENTS TRACKED
3,850
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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