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IBM Plans to Lay Off Thousands of Employees by Year-End

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
3,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~1.1%
3,000 OF 282,200 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has announced plans to lay off thousands of employees before the end of the year, with estimates suggesting around 3,000 positions may be affected. The layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and adapting to changing market conditions. While specific details regarding locations or departments impacted have not been disclosed, the announcement indicates a significant workforce reduction is on the horizon. This move reflects ongoing challenges within the tech industry as companies adjust to economic pressures and shifting demands.

International Business Machines Corporation cut 3,000 jobs.

That is roughly 1.1% of the 282,200 people International Business Machines Corporation employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 16 layoff events at International Business Machines Corporation since October 2023, affecting a combined 8,945 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

International Business Machines Corporation has announced planned job cuts affecting 3,000 employees. If you work there, what are you hearing internally? Which teams expect to be affected? You can post anonymously below.

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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by International Business Machines Corporation.

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International Business Machines CorporationIBM
Technology · 282,200 employees
16
EVENTS TRACKED
29K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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