Report Suggests 14,000 Job Cuts
According to recent reports Amazon will begin its second round of employee layoffs. The company plans to reduce its workforce by 14,000 employees according to a report from Asia Business Outlook.
The company plans to implement its layoffs during the month of May. The layoffs will affect various departments which include:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Retail operations
- Human Resources
Amazon has not provided any verified details about the news report.
Recent Layoffs at Amazon
- Amazon has already decreased its employee count during the last few months.
- Approximately 14,000 employees lost their jobs by December 2025. The company eliminated 16,000 positions during the January layoffs.
- The company works to cut costs while it changes its operational methods.
Wider Trend in the Tech Industry
Several large companies have announced their plans to reduce staff at this time. The following companies have announced their layoff plans:
- Oracle
- Microsoft
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
- Accenture
Reports indicate that Meta plans to eliminate approximately 15,000 employee positions.
The data indicates that most major technology companies follow a pattern of organizational changes which involves staff reductions.
