Merck & Co. Announces Layoffs Amid Gardasil Sales Decline
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What we know
Location: Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA.
Based on news reporting.
Summary
Merck & Co. has announced layoffs affecting 500 employees as part of a restructuring plan following a decline in sales of its Gardasil vaccine. The layoffs are set to take place in Kenilworth, New Jersey, where the company is adjusting its workforce in response to changing market conditions. This decision comes amid broader challenges in the pharmaceutical industry, as companies reevaluate their operations and focus on efficiency. The layoffs are expected to help Merck streamline its processes and improve profitability in light of recent financial pressures.
LayoffTalk has tracked 34 layoff events at Merck & Co., Inc. since May 2025, including 146 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 31 additional events known from news reporting.
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