Based on news reporting.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has approved a significant reduction in its workforce, with 3,200 job cuts announced due to ongoing challenges in sales, particularly in China and the duty-free sector. This decision reflects the company's response to weak market conditions that have impacted its overall performance. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and adapt to changing consumer behaviors. While the specific locations and departments affected by these cuts have not been disclosed, the move underscores the company's efforts to stabilize its financial outlook amidst a challenging retail environment.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. cut 3,200 jobs as of August 20, 2025.
That is roughly 7.3% of the 44,020 people The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 14 layoff events at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 25,504 employees.
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