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UPCOMING · ESTIMATEDPublished Dec 28, 2025

Microsoft Plans to Cut Under 2.5% of Workforce in Latest Layoffs

What we know

Department affected: Xbox Division.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Microsoft Corporation is set to implement layoffs affecting under 2.5% of its workforce, as reported by Business Insider. The company has not specified the exact number of employees impacted or the timeline for these cuts. This decision reflects ongoing adjustments within the organization, although further details regarding the specific departments or locations affected have not been disclosed. The announcement highlights the company's strategic response to current market conditions and operational needs.

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 has announced planned job cuts. Were you notified, or are you still waiting to hear? What is leadership telling employees? 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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