There used to be two types of layoffs: Those that investors cheered, and those that they panned. The first category—which involved the announcement of some sort of strategic restructuring—have long been associated with a pop in the stock. Meanwhile if the layoffs were due to declining sales and rising costs, investors would sell. But recently Goldman Sachs’ analysts have picked up on a new twist. “Linking recent layoff announcements to public companies’ earnings reports and stock market data, we find th ...

Much has changed in the U.S. economy since President Trump took over from President Biden nearly one year ago, but one thing hasn't: The low level of layoffs. ...

Bankruptcies and loan delinquencies among American small businesses are ticking up, and layoffs are mounting as Main Street struggles https://t.co/Pc0yo6iH23 ...

US job cuts this year have topped 1 million, the most since 2020 when the COVID pandemic rocked the global economy. [music] According to consulting firm Challenger Gray in Christmas, layoff plans totaled 71,321 in November. Challenger said that's not as high as the massive cuts announced in October, but it still pushed the total so far this year to 1.17% [music] million, and that's 54% higher than the same 11-month period a year ago.The most cited reason for the November layoffs was restructuring, followed ...

Core Insights - Layoffs have increased in recent months, indicating a slight rise in job market instability, but the overall job market has remained fundamentally steady since the summer [1] Group 1 - The Labor Department's monthly survey indicates a rise in layoffs, suggesting potential challenges in certain sectors [1] - Despite the increase in layoffs, the job market has not shown significant volatility, maintaining a steady state since the summer [1]

Layoffs announced by employers declined on a monthly basis in November but still pushed the 2025 total to the highest level since the wave of pandemic-induced layoffs in 2020, new data from Challenger, Gray & Christmas shows. The report found that U.S. employers announced 71,321 layoffs in November — down 53% from the 153,074 cuts announced in October. Layoffs in the month of November were up 24% from the 57,727 cuts announced in that month last year, and reached their highest level for the month since 2022 ...

Core Insights - The ongoing inflation and changes in federal policies are significantly impacting both households and corporations, leading to layoffs and restructuring efforts across various industries [1] Company Overview - United Supermarkets, a grocery chain founded in 1916, operates 96 stores under multiple banners and employs around 18,000 workers [2][3] Layoffs and Restructuring - United Supermarkets plans to lay off 126 workers at its main office in Lubbock, Texas, on January 19, 2026, affecting various roles including director-level and marketing positions [4] - The company aims to transition affected employees into alternative roles during the restructuring process, with new operating systems expected to be implemented by mid-to-late 2026 [5][6] Cost-Cutting Strategies - Albertsons, the parent company of United Supermarkets, is executing a cost-cutting strategy that includes reducing Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses [7] - Albertsons has already eliminated hundreds of corporate roles across its Safeway banner, including significant layoffs in Phoenix and Pleasanton [8] Financial Performance and Future Plans - Albertsons anticipates $1.5 billion in savings from fiscal 2025 through fiscal 2027, which will be reinvested into digital expansion and operational productivity [9][10] - The company reported a 2.2% increase in same-store sales and a 23% rise in digital sales during the second quarter of fiscal 2025 [10] Industry Trends - The grocery industry is facing challenges due to a failed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons, which was blocked by the FTC [11][12] - Both companies are undergoing significant operational changes to reduce costs and improve efficiency in response to economic pressures [12] Labor Market Conditions - The labor market is experiencing a slowdown, with 911,000 fewer jobs added than expected over the past year, and the unemployment rate rising to 4.3% [17][18] - The reliance on layoffs as a strategy to manage economic shifts may lead to long-term costs that undermine company stability and performance [19]

Layoff announcements skyrocketed toward the end of 2025 as generative AI and economic tightening pressure corporations to restructure their workforces. Many companies are cutting costs by trimming middle management and [music] in certain industries eliminating entry-level roles that can be replaced by AI. But layoffs aren't the only thing experts are concerned about.Generative AI is speeding up how people work, but that efficiency can come at the tradeoff of maintaining skills and rising up the corporate la ...

Initial claims for US unemployment benefits fell sharply last week, dropping to their lowest level in more than two years in a sign that layoffs remain muted even as hiring slows across the economy. ...

Announced layoffs at US companies fell last month after surging in October, but were still the highest for any November in three years, according to data from outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. https://t.co/GujthlcnZL ...