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Paramount Global to Lay Off 3.5% of US Workforce Due to Declining Pay-TV Subscriptions

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Based on news reporting.

Summary

Paramount Global has announced plans to lay off 3.5% of its US workforce in response to a significant decline in pay-TV subscriptions. This decision reflects the company's ongoing challenges in the evolving media landscape, where traditional cable services are facing increasing competition from streaming platforms. While the exact number of employees affected has not been disclosed, the layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and adapt to changing consumer preferences. The company aims to position itself more effectively in the market amidst these challenges.

LayoffTalk has tracked 36 layoff events at Paramount Global since October 2023, including 1,559 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 25 additional events known from news reporting.

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Paramount GlobalPARA
Communication Services · 21,900 employees
36
EVENTS TRACKED
1,559
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED DEC 26, 2025LAST UPDATED JUL 6, 2026