It’s 2026 and the year is just getting started, but layoffs are already piling up across multiple industries. Major U.S. companies in tech, finance, retail, logistics, and consumer services have announced job cuts as they reshape operations, reduce costs, and adapt to long-term shifts driven by automation, artificial intelligence, and changing economic conditions. And while these layoffs largely spread into the tech sector, the reach extends into multinational e-commerce companies and retail giants.
Here’s a running list of 2026 layoffs at major companies across the U.S., including the latest announcement that one company is axing its entire workforce after going under and another is laying off nearly 1,000 workers.
This list will be updated as more companies announce layoffs in 2026.
Amazon
Amazon said in January that it is eliminating around 16,000 corporate roles globally. The move marks the company’s second major round of layoffs since October, when it cut roughly 14,000 jobs. In a memo to employees, senior vice president of people experience and technology Beth Galetti said the cuts are part of efforts to reduce bureaucracy and streamline decision-making across the company. The layoff announcement comes in tandem with store closing announcements for Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh.
Angi
Angi, the contractor listing platform formerly known as Angie’s List, announced plans to cut around 350 jobs in January. The company said the layoffs are intended to reduce operating expenses and optimize its organizational structure for long-term growth. Angi also cited efficiency gains driven by artificial intelligence as a contributing factor. In a regulatory filing, the company estimated the cuts could save up to $80 million annually.
Block
Block (the company that owns Square and Cash App) is laying off more than 4,000 employees — roughly 40% of its workforce — as CEO Jack Dorsey moves to reshape the fintech company around artificial intelligence. In a letter to shareholders, Dorsey said “intelligence tools have changed what it means to build and run a company,” adding that a smaller team using AI can operate more efficiently.
CBS News
CBS News is laying off about 6% of its workforce — impacting dozens of employees — and shutting down its long-running CBS News Radio division as part of a broader restructuring effort. Executives said the cuts reflect changing audience habits and economic pressures, as the company reallocates resources toward digital growth. The closure marks the end of a 99-year run for CBS News Radio, which will officially go off the air in May.
Citi
Citi said it will continue cutting jobs in 2026 as part of its broader plan to reduce its workforce by 10%, or about 20,000 employees. The bank confirmed in January that headcount reductions would extend into this year, following restructuring plans outlined in its 2024 earnings report. Citi said the changes are aimed at better aligning staffing levels and expertise with current business needs.
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Coinbase
Coinbase announced that it is cutting approximately 700 jobs, or 14% of its global workforce, as part of a restructuring plan to pivot the company toward an AI-native operating model. CEO Brian Armstrong stated that the layoffs are a response to both a volatile, down crypto market and a structural shift where AI tools allow smaller, flatter teams to operate more efficiently.
Dell
Dell said its workforce declined by about 10% — roughly 11,000 employees — in fiscal 2026 as the company reins in hiring and shifts focus toward its growing AI server business. The tech giant reported $569 million in severance costs during the period, signaling continued cost-cutting efforts. The reduction follows a broader trend across the tech sector, where companies are restructuring and trimming headcount while investing heavily in artificial intelligence.
Disney
Disney is preparing to cut up to 1,000 jobs as part of its latest cost-cutting push, marking the next phase of restructuring under new CEO Josh D’Amaro. The layoffs are expected to primarily impact the company’s marketing division, which was recently consolidated under a single leadership structure.
The move builds on earlier cost-cutting efforts led by former CEO Bob Iger, who announced plans in 2023 to eliminate thousands of jobs and reduce billions in expenses. While Disney says it is now operating from a position of strength, the latest layoffs signal that tightening costs remains a priority as the company adjusts to shifting media and consumer trends.
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Dow
Dow said it plans to cut approximately 4,500 jobs as it shifts more of its operations toward artificial intelligence and automation. The chemical manufacturer said the layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort focused on efficiency and modernization. Dow expects the cuts to result in significant one-time costs related to severance and restructuring.
eBay
eBay is cutting about 800 jobs, or roughly 6% of its workforce, as the online marketplace continues to streamline operations. The company, which had about 12,300 employees at the end of 2025, said the reductions are tied to aligning its structure with strategic priorities and eliminating duplication across teams.
The move comes as eBay ramps up AI investments and competes more aggressively with rivals like Amazon and Walmart, while expanding into higher-growth categories, including fashion through its recent acquisition of Depop.
Epic Games
Epic Games is cutting more than 1,000 jobs as the company looks to rein in spending amid a slowdown in player engagement. CEO Tim Sweeney said the Fortnite developer has been “spending significantly more than we’re making,” prompting major cost-cutting measures to stabilize the business. The layoffs are part of a broader effort that includes more than $500 million in reduced spending across contracting, marketing, and unfilled roles. Epic cited industry-wide challenges, including rising competition and weaker consumer spending, as well as difficulties maintaining consistent player momentum for Fortnite.
Expedia
Expedia Group confirmed that it laid off some employees in late January, though it did not disclose how many roles were affected. The company said it is eliminating certain positions while continuing to hire for others, as it simplifies its organizational structure and reduces management layers. Expedia said the changes are designed to help teams move faster and operate with more accountability.
Home Depot
Home Depot confirmed it laid off about 800 employees at its Atlanta-based store support center in January. The cuts happened primarily within the company’s technology organization and came alongside a new requirement for corporate employees to return to the office five days a week.
Lowe’s
Lowe’s is trimming about 600 corporate and support roles as it braces for what executives describe as a “cautious” year ahead. The cuts come as the housing market remains sluggish, with high mortgage rates and low turnover continuing to weigh on big-ticket DIY spending.
Lululemon
Lululemon said it laid off about 100 part-time employees at its North American customer service center in January. The athletic apparel company said the decision was made as it transitions its customer support operations to a full-time staffing model. The affected roles were part-time positions within the company’s global guest education center.
Macy’s
Macy’s is shutting down multiple Connecticut facilities and laying off more than 1,000 workers as it looks to “simplify” operations and modernize its supply chain. The New York City–headquartered retailer confirmed it will close locations in South Windsor and Cheshire, with closures beginning in March.
Meta
After laying off approximately 1,000 workers in its Reality Labs division in January and another 700 people in late March, from recruiting, sales, Facebook, and again in the Reality Labs group, Meta is at it again. The company is carrying out its “first wave” of a bout of “sweeping” layoffs, which includes 8,000 employees (10% of its global workforce). This round is set to happen in May.
Nike
Nike announced plans to eliminate 775 jobs across distribution centers in Tennessee and Mississippi. The company said the layoffs are part of efforts to streamline its supply chain operations, increase the use of automation, and invest in new skills for its workforce.
Oracle
Technology giant Oracle laid off up to 30,000 people in the U.S. and around the world on the morning of March 31. Affected employees got early morning emails, which many reported were completely without warning. The company did not give a reason for the layoffs, but has been under pressure to fund massive AI datacenter projects with its partners, according to Fast Company.
Pinterest announced a global restructuring plan that includes layoffs affecting less than 15% of its workforce, according to a securities filing. The company said the changes are tied to its shift toward an AI-forward strategy and include reductions in office space. Pinterest said it will continue hiring for roles focused on artificial intelligence while providing separation packages and benefits to impacted employees.
Peloton
Peloton laid off 11% of its workforce as part of a previously announced restructuring plan aimed at saving $100 million by the end of fiscal 2026. The company said the cuts are intended to streamline operations as sales and membership continue to decline. Peloton did not disclose which departments were affected, but said impacted employees will receive severance.
Saks
Saks said it will lay off at least 74 employees following the closure of a facility in Miramar, Florida. The job cuts were disclosed in a WARN notice and are expected to occur between late March and April. Saks said the decision is part of a broader effort to shift operations to other fulfillment centers and stores. The announcement follows the company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in January.
Salesforce
Salesforce cut fewer than 1,000 roles across the company, according to reports, with layoffs affecting teams including marketing, product management, data analytics, and its Agentforce AI unit. The cuts come amid an executive reshuffle and continued investment in artificial intelligence.
Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines is permanently closing its operations and laying off thousands of employees after a failed effort to secure a $500 million federal bailout. The wind-down includes eliminating more than 4,000 roles in Florida and nearly 1,000 workers at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. CEO Dave Davis cited a “dramatic and sustained” surge in fuel prices, driven by recent geopolitical events, as the primary factor that made its previous restructuring plan unsustainable. The airline noted it was unable to provide advanced notice to staff because it was actively seeking capital to avoid the closures until the final moments.
Target
Target said it plans to eliminate about 500 corporate and distribution roles as part of a reorganization aimed at freeing up resources for in-store staffing and customer experience improvements. The cuts, disclosed in an internal memo, largely affect distribution operations and regional district teams rather than store-level workers. The layoffs mark Target’s second major round of job cuts in recent months and come shortly after the company’s new CEO took over.
T-Mobile
T-Mobile confirmed that it cut some jobs in early 2026, though the company did not specify how many employees were affected. Some workers shared on LinkedIn that they were impacted by the layoffs.
Tailwind
Tailwind, a popular web-based marketing tool, cut three of its four engineers in January. CEO Adam Wathan said the layoffs were driven by an AI-related decline in revenue, noting that advances in artificial intelligence significantly disrupted the company’s business model. The cuts drew widespread attention within the tech community.
UPS
UPS said it plans to eliminate 30,000 jobs in 2026. CEO Brian Dykes told analysts that the reductions will largely occur through attrition and voluntary separation programs for full-time drivers. UPS also plans to close 24 facilities in the first half of the year and is evaluating additional closures as part of its operational overhaul.
Walgreens
Walgreens is laying off hundreds of employees just months after being acquired by Sycamore Partners. State filings show 159 workers in Texas will lose their jobs as the company closes a Houston distribution center, effective June 1. Another 469 employees are being cut at its Illinois headquarters.
Walgreens said it is streamlining its support center and field leadership to speed up decision-making and improve the in-store experience. The company did not disclose the total number of roles affected. The cuts follow a turbulent stretch that included going private in a $10 billion deal and announcing plans to close 1,200 U.S. stores over three years.
Washington Post
The Washington Post laid off about a third of its workforce across multiple departments, including local news, foreign coverage, and editing. Executive editor Matt Murray said the cuts were part of a restructuring effort to stabilize the paper financially amid ongoing revenue challenges. Several sections were reduced or shut down, including the books department, and sports coverage will be scaled back from its current form.
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