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Microsoft Cuts 9,000 Jobs in Major Layoff

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
9,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~3.9%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Mar 1, 2023
9,000 OF 228,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Microsoft Corporation has announced significant layoffs, cutting 9,000 jobs, marking the largest reduction in its workforce this year. This decision comes as part of the company's ongoing efforts to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. The layoffs are seen as a response to economic pressures and a shift in business strategy. While specific locations and departments affected were not detailed, the scale of the cuts indicates a substantial restructuring within the company. This move reflects broader trends in the tech industry as companies reassess their workforce in light of recent economic challenges.

Microsoft Corporation cut 9,000 jobs as of March 1, 2023.

That is roughly 3.9% of the 228,000 people Microsoft Corporation employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 44 layoff events at Microsoft Corporation since January 2023, affecting a combined 84,418 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Microsoft Corporation cut 9,000 jobs on March 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Microsoft Corporation cut 9,000 jobs on October 1, 2023. If you were part of this round, what was your experience? Others going through it are reading. You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Microsoft Corporation cut 9,000 jobs on March 31, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Microsoft Corporation cut 9,000 jobs on July 2, 2025. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Microsoft Corporation cut 9,000 jobs on March 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Microsoft Corporation cut 9,000 jobs on January 1, 2025. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

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Microsoft CorporationMSFT
Technology · 228,000 employees
44
EVENTS TRACKED
179K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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