Based on news reporting.
Verizon Communications Inc. has announced plans to lay off approximately 1,750 employees as part of a restructuring effort under new CEO Dan Schulman. These layoffs are scheduled to take effect on January 16, 2026. The company is undergoing significant changes aimed at improving operational efficiency and adapting to market demands. This decision reflects Verizon's ongoing challenges in the competitive telecommunications landscape. Further details regarding specific departments or locations affected by these layoffs have not been disclosed.
Verizon Communications Inc. cut 1,750 jobs as of January 16, 2026.
That is roughly 1.7% 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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