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Merck Plans Layoffs to Cut $3 Billion in Costs

PLANNED DATE
Dec 31, 2028

What we know

Location: Ireland.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Merck has announced plans to lay off employees as part of a strategy to reduce costs by $3 billion. The company is also looking to shed some real estate in conjunction with these layoffs. Specific details regarding the number of employees affected and the timeline for these layoffs have not been disclosed. This move is part of a broader effort to streamline operations and improve financial performance amidst ongoing challenges in the pharmaceutical industry.

LayoffTalk has tracked 40 layoff events at Merck & Co., Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 14,671 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Merck & Co., Inc. has announced planned job cuts, expected around December 2028. Were you notified, or are you still waiting to hear? What is leadership telling employees? You can post anonymously below.

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Merck & Co., Inc.MRK
Healthcare · 70,000 employees
40
EVENTS TRACKED
34K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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