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Merck has begun layoffs affecting approximately 3,000 employees as part of a significant $3 billion restructuring plan. This decision comes as the company aims to streamline operations and improve efficiency in response to changing market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to reduce costs and refocus resources on key areas of growth. While specific locations and departments impacted by the layoffs have not been disclosed, the move signals a substantial shift in Merck's operational strategy. The restructuring is expected to enhance the company's competitiveness in the pharmaceutical industry.
Merck & Co., Inc. cut 3,000 jobs as of October 1, 2023.
That is roughly 4.3% of the 70,000 people Merck & Co., Inc. employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 40 layoff events at Merck & Co., Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 14,671 employees.
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