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Verizon Cuts 15,000 Jobs Amid AI Overhaul and Revenue Decline

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
15,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~15%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Nov 19, 2025
15,000 OF 101,200 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Verizon Communications Inc. has announced significant layoffs, cutting 15,000 jobs as part of an AI overhaul strategy. This decision comes in the wake of a disappointing revenue report, with a $33.8 billion miss. The layoffs reflect the company's efforts to restructure and adapt to changing market conditions. While specific locations and departments affected were not detailed, this move marks a substantial reduction in Verizon's workforce. The company aims to streamline operations and improve efficiency amidst financial challenges.

Verizon Communications Inc. cut 15,000 jobs as of November 19, 2025.

That is roughly 14.8% of the 101,200 people Verizon Communications Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 29 layoff events at Verizon Communications Inc. since September 2023, affecting a combined 53,161 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Verizon Communications Inc. cut 15,000 jobs on November 19, 2025. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Verizon Communications Inc. cut 15,000 jobs on October 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

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Communication Services · 101,200 employees
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EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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CREATED DEC 28, 2025LAST UPDATED DEC 28, 2025