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UPCOMING · ESTIMATEDPublished Dec 28, 2025

Starbucks Plans Significant Layoffs Amid Office Closures

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
3,500

What we know

Location: United States.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Starbucks Corporation is set to implement more layoffs and close additional offices as part of its restructuring efforts. The company has indicated that these changes are necessary to streamline operations and adapt to evolving market conditions. While specific numbers of affected employees have not been disclosed, the announcement suggests a significant impact on the workforce. The timeline for these layoffs remains unclear, but the company is actively planning these adjustments. This move reflects broader trends in the industry as companies reassess their operational strategies.

Starbucks Corporation cut 3,500 jobs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 43 layoff events at Starbucks Corporation since June 2023, affecting a combined 14,005 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Starbucks Corporation has announced planned job cuts affecting 3,500 employees. Were you notified, or are you still waiting to hear? What is leadership telling employees? You can post anonymously below.

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

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Starbucks CorporationSBUX
Consumer Cyclical
43
EVENTS TRACKED
26K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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