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Merck & Co. Rahway Announces Layoffs as Part of $3B Cost-Cutting Strategy

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Location: Rahway, NJ.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Merck & Co. Rahway has announced a significant cost-cutting initiative amounting to $3 billion, which includes layoffs as part of its restructuring efforts. While specific numbers of employees affected have not been disclosed, the company is expected to implement these layoffs as part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and reduce expenses. The announcement comes amid ongoing challenges in the pharmaceutical industry, prompting Merck to reassess its workforce and operational efficiency. Details regarding the timeline for these layoffs and the specific departments affected have yet to be revealed.

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 23, 2025LAST UPDATED DEC 31, 2025