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PayPal to Lay Off 20% of Workforce Under New CEO in Q1 2026

EFFECTIVE DATE
Feb 15, 2026

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

PayPal Holdings, Inc. is set to lay off 20% of its workforce as part of a restructuring plan initiated by its new CEO. These layoffs are scheduled to take place in the first quarter of 2026, specifically around mid-February. The decision reflects the company's strategy to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. While the exact number of employees affected has not been disclosed, the significant reduction indicates a major shift in the company's approach to its workforce. This move comes amid broader challenges in the tech industry, but PayPal's specific reasons for the layoffs focus on internal restructuring.

LayoffTalk has tracked 3 layoff events at PayPal Holdings, Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 2,000 employees.

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PayPal Holdings, Inc.PYPL
Financial Services · 27,200 employees
3
EVENTS TRACKED
2,000
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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CREATED MAY 7, 2026LAST UPDATED MAY 7, 2026