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Halliburton Announces Major Layoffs Amid Industry Challenges

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
2,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~4.2%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
2,000 OF 48,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Houston, Texas, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Halliburton Company has announced significant layoffs affecting approximately 2,000 employees as part of a restructuring effort in response to ongoing industry challenges. The layoffs are set to take place in Houston, Texas, where the company is adjusting its workforce to align with current market conditions. This decision comes amid a broader trend of cost-cutting measures within the oil and gas sector, as companies face fluctuating demand and pricing pressures. Halliburton aims to streamline operations and improve efficiency, reflecting a strategic shift in its business model to navigate these turbulent times.

Halliburton Company cut 2,000 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 4.2% 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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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Halliburton Company cut 2,000 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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Energy · 48,000 employees
5
EVENTS TRACKED
3,850
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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