Microsoft Trims Workforce, Slashing 6,000 Jobs

May 13, 2025
CNBC
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Summary

In a strategic move to streamline operations and reduce management layers, Microsoft has announced a significant workforce reduction, slashing approximately 6,000 jobs, representing 3% of its global workforce of 228,000 employees as of June 2022.

Key Points

  • Microsoft is laying off about 6,000 employees, or 3% of its workforce
  • The layoffs aim to reduce management layers and streamline operations
  • Microsoft had 228,000 employees globally as of last June

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