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Microsoft Plans New Round of Layoffs Amid Stock Rise

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
2,500
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~1.1%
PLANNED DATE
Not disclosed
2,500 OF 228,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

A specific layoff date has not been disclosed.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Microsoft Corporation has announced plans to reduce its workforce by 2.5%. This decision reflects the company's ongoing efforts to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. While specific details regarding the number of employees affected or the timeline for these layoffs have not been disclosed, the announcement indicates a significant restructuring effort within the organization. The company is navigating a challenging economic landscape, prompting this strategic move to enhance efficiency and focus on core business areas.

Microsoft Corporation cut 2,500 jobs.

That is roughly 1.1% 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 has announced planned job cuts affecting 2,500 employees. If you work there, what are you hearing internally? Which teams expect to be affected? You can post anonymously below.

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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by Microsoft Corporation.

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