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Merck & Co. Plans Layoffs to Cut $3 Billion in Costs

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Jan 31, 2026

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Based on news reporting.

Summary

Merck & Co. has announced plans to lay off employees as part of a strategy to cut $3 billion in costs. The company is also looking to reduce its real estate footprint. While specific numbers of layoffs have not been disclosed, the move is part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at improving financial efficiency. The exact timeline for these layoffs has not been specified, but the company is actively working on these cost-reduction measures. This decision reflects ongoing challenges in the pharmaceutical industry and Merck's commitment to streamline operations.

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

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Merck & Co., Inc.MRK
Healthcare · 70,000 employees
40
EVENTS TRACKED
34K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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CREATED DEC 24, 2025LAST UPDATED DEC 31, 2025