The Trade Desk cuts more than 500 jobs amid slowing growth

The Trade Desk has laid off more than 500 employees as the company's growth has stalled, according to the report. The cuts reflect a significant workforce reduction tied to slowing business performance; the article provides the headline figure of 'more than 500' but does not give a precise date, location, or affected departments. The move follows a period of decelerating growth for the advertising-technology firm and is presented as an active reduction rather than a future plan. No additional details about severance, specific office locations, or exact timing were provided in the article.

The Trade Desk cut 500 jobs as of September 4, 2026.

That is roughly 22.7% of the 2,200 people The Trade Desk employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 2 layoff events at The Trade Desk since September 2026, with 2 additional events known from news reporting.