Layoffs: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Oct 2025

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Automation Drive at Amazon May Cut Half a Million Jobs

Oct 23, 2025

Rovio Restructures After Angry Birds Dream Blast Falls Short

Rovio Entertainment, the Finnish game developer best known for the Angry Birds franchise, has laid o...

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Oct 22, 2025

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Benchmark Mineral Intelligence Cuts Workforce by

Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, a UK-based research and pricing firm specializing in critical minera...

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Oct 22, 2025

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TCS Rewrites Script for Indias IT Future amid AI and Geopolitics

Tata Consultancy Services TCS, Indias largest private-sector employer, has undertaken its steepes...

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Oct 21, 2025

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TCS CHRO: Workforce Restructuring Will Be Handled With Care

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has confirmed that it is releasing mid and senior-level employees who are unable to find roles aligned with their experience and seniority. The company’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Sudeep Kunnumal, emphasized that the process is being handled “with a lot of care,” and clarified that the […]

Oct 17, 2025

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Nestlé to Cut 16,000 Jobs Globally Over Two Years

Nestlé, the world’s largest food and beverage company, has announced plans to eliminate 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years. The decision, unveiled by newly appointed CEO Philipp Navratil, is part of a broader strategy to accelerate transformation and improve operational efficiency amid changing market dynamics. Nestlé Workforce Reduction: Scope and Structure The job […]

Oct 17, 2025

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Amazon to Cut 15% of HR Staff Amid AI Push

Amazon is preparing to reduce up to 15% of its Human Resources workforce, marking one of the most significant internal reorganizations in recent years. The layoffs will primarily affect the People eXperience and Technology (PXT) division, which oversees recruitment, HR technology, and employee support systems. move is part of a broader cost-cutting strategy and reflects […]

Oct 16, 2025

Industry

TCS CHRO on Layoffs: No Targets, Evaluations Will Continue

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has addressed growing speculation around potential layoffs, with Chief Human Resources Officer Sudeep Kunnumal stating that the company is not pursuing any fixed headcount reduction targets. His comments came during the Q2 FY26 earnings call, where analysts raised questions about the recent decline in workforce numbers and future restructuring plans. TCS […]

Oct 15, 2025

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Goldman Sachs Plans Job Cuts as AI Reshapes Operations

Goldman Sachs is preparing for another round of job cuts as part of its broader strategy to integrate artificial intelligence into core operations and streamline costs. The move, revealed through an internal memo, is part of the firm’s “OneGS 3.0” transformation initiative, which aims to modernize workflows, improve efficiency, and position the bank for long-term […]

Oct 15, 2025

Jobs

CDC Reinstates Hundreds After Layoff Notification Errors

Hundreds of employees at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) who were initially laid off during the ongoing federal government shutdown have been reinstated following what officials described as “incorrect notifications.” The reversal has drawn attention to administrative missteps and the broader implications of workforce reductions in critical public health agencies. Layoff […]

Oct 13, 2025

Industry

Silent Layoffs Displace 50,000 Tech Workers in 2025

India’s technology sector is witnessing a quiet but significant churn in 2025, as “silent layoffs” continue to displace thousands of workers across major IT firms. Unlike formal mass terminations, these layoffs are often informal, unannounced, and executed through internal pressure tactics—such as nudging employees to resign or seek roles elsewhere. Industry estimates suggest that over […]

Oct 11, 2025

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Accenture Cuts Jobs, Invests in AI-Led Transformation

Accenture has spent approximately $2.3 billion over the past three years on a sweeping business optimization initiative, with a significant portion directed toward employee severance. The restructuring reflects a strategic shift toward AI-driven service delivery and a rebalancing of its global workforce. Breakdown of the $2.3 Billion Spend According to regulatory filings and company statements, […]

Oct 8, 2025

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SAP and Novo Nordisk Job Cuts Impact India Workforce

Global workforce reductions announced by SAP and Novo Nordisk have begun to affect employees in India, particularly in Bengaluru, where both companies maintain significant operations. The layoffs are part of broader strategic shifts driven by technological transformation and cost optimization. SAP Restructures Amid AI and Cloud Transition German software giant SAP has initiated layoffs in […]

Oct 7, 2025

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SMA Solar to Cut 350 Jobs Globally Amid Market Pressures

German solar inverter manufacturer SMA Solar Technology AG has announced plans to reduce its global workforce by 350 positions by the end of 2026. The decision is part of an expanded restructuring and transformation programme aimed at addressing weak market conditions and intense price competition in the residential and commercial solar sectors. SMA Solar Job […]

Oct 7, 2025

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Renault Considers 3,000 Job Cuts in Global Restructuring

French automaker Renault is considering a global workforce reduction of approximately 3,000 jobs, primarily targeting support functions, as part of a broader cost-optimization strategy. The move reflects mounting financial pressures and intensifying competition in the automotive sector. Renault Voluntary Redundancy Scheme Under “Arrow” Plan Renault’s proposed job cuts are part of an internal restructuring initiative […]

Oct 7, 2025

Compensation

TCS Offers Up to Two Years’ Pay to Long-Serving Employees

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has introduced a tiered severance package with a minimum payout of six months’ salary, as part of a major workforce restructuring initiative impacting around 12,000 employees. The move reflects the company’s shift toward AI, data, and cybersecurity capabilities, and its effort to phase out roles that no longer align with evolving […]

Oct 7, 2025