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Monthly layoffs report

# October 2026 Layoffs: Companies, Jobs Cut & Closures

As of November 4, 2026, the Metaintro Layoffs Tracker recorded 33 layoff and closure announcements in October 2026, affecting at least 42,667 jobs where a source states a number (25 of 33 state one). It also recorded 1 return-to-office mandate.

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

[All monthly reports](/layoffs/reports)[This year's tracker](/layoffs)

October 2026 at a glance

**Announcements**
: 34

**Companies**
: 30

**Jobs affected (reported)**
: 42,667

**Stores closing**
: 151

**Layoffs**
: 29

**Store closures**
: 4

**Return-to-office mandates**
: 1

Jobs affected are as reported by each source, summed over the 25 of 34 announcements that state a number.

Latest announcement Oct 29, 2026

## Most jobs affected

Companies ranked by jobs reported affected in October 2026

1. 1[Poundland](/layoffs/poundland)2 announcements14,200
2. 2![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbarclays.com%2Fcontent%2Fdam%2Ficons%2Ffavicons%2Fbarclays%2Fapple-touch-icon-180x180.png&sig=vjqnHYxl3u4_pOG9SHMpZf5ebP-CLqYc705WrnREvXs) [Barclays](/layoffs/barclays)1 announcement5,000
3. 3![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthekrogerco.com%2Fandroid-chrome-384x384.png&sig=NFslbDCM58S-sJMfoGJ6Mui9kbO3GdGEUwML8Z3ShQg) [Kroger](/layoffs/kroger)1 announcement3,000
4. 4![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ubs.com%2Fetc.clientlibs%2Fubs%2Ffit%2Fdesign%2Fresources%2Fimg%2Ffavicons%2Fapple-touch-icon-180x180.20260313.png&sig=MoSAn0hErvPxFnCDnBOG2IxgZQ2QSV7roXQxxgjQyYQ) [UBS](/layoffs/ubs)1 announcement3,000
5. 5![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nab.com.au%2Fetc.clientlibs%2Fnab%2Fclientlibs%2Fclientlib-site%2Fresources%2Fimages%2Fnab-app-icon-540.png&sig=eSZXpmv1EDOKZ9jd82QfMXf5262uWlRspoSw4wPqSZ4) [National Australia Bank](/layoffs/national-australia-bank)1 announcement2,500
6. 6[Royal Mail](/layoffs/royal-mail)1 announcement2,500
7. 7[Volvo Cars](/layoffs/volvo-cars)1 announcement2,500
8. 8![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflutter.com%2Fnuxtassets%2Ffavicons%2Ffavicon-96x96.png&sig=fQoLcgtmMtFtNNTxwW_AnYe7Mm__OLzHJtvy1FpCs7g) [Flutter](/layoffs/flutter)1 announcement1,400
9. 9[International Motors](/layoffs/international-motors)1 announcement1,341
10. 10[Electrolux](/layoffs/electrolux)1 announcement1,250

## By type

Layoffs, store closures, and return-to-office mandates in October 2026

| Type | Announcements | Share | Jobs reported |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Layoffs | 29 | 85% | 40,467 |
| Store closures | 4 | 12% | 2,200 |
| Return-to-office mandates | 1 | 3% | 0 |

## By state

US states named in October 2026 announcements

7 of 34 announcements name at least one US state. An announcement that names two states counts in both. Jobs are not split by state, because sources rarely give a number for each location.

| State | Announcements | Official notices |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Massachusetts | 2 | WARN notices(opens in new tab) |
| Ohio | 2 | WARN notices(opens in new tab) |
| California | 1 | WARN notices(opens in new tab) |
| Oregon | 1 | WARN notices(opens in new tab) |
| Rhode Island | 1 | WARN notices(opens in new tab) |
| Washington | 1 | WARN notices(opens in new tab) |

[WARN notices for every state](/warn-notices)

## Against September 2026

Month over month, from the same tracker

October 2026 has 34 announcements, 20 fewer than September 2026 (54).

| Measure | October 2026 | September 2026 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Announcements | 34 | 54 |
| Companies | 30 | 53 |
| Jobs affected (reported) | 42,667 | 73,264 |
| Stores closing | 151 | 38 |

[September 2026 layoffs report](/layoffs/reports/2026-09)

## Every announcement

October 2026, newest first. Each company links to its full layoffs timeline.

Find a company

34 announcements

### October 2026

34 announcements · 42,667 jobs reported

1. Oct 29Oct 29Layoff![](/api/favicon-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fs2%2Ffavicons%3Fdomain%3Dwww.dropbox.com%26sz%3D128) #### [Dropbox](/layoffs/dropbox) Cuts 200 jobs Dropbox said it is cutting about 200 roles, about 9% of its global workforce, across Engineering, Product, Design and G&A teams. Most affected staff were told the announcement day was their last day. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://blog.dropbox.com/topics/company/an-update-on-organizational-changes-2026) - Our coverage:[Dropbox Lays Off About 9% of Its Staff as Its Technology Chief Steps Down](/blog/dropbox-layoffs-9-percent-cto-exit-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/dropbox-layoffs-9-percent-cto-exit-2026-hero.jpg)
2. Oct 27Oct 27LayoffUK![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdeloitte.com%2Fcontent%2Fdam%2Fassets-shared%2Ficons%2Fus%2Fapple-icon-144x144.png&sig=IIX9L7_zJqvgfeWzWD5WBxYd1JJxKwLMIKDrbiwHNtw) #### [Deloitte](/layoffs/deloitte) Cuts 1,000 jobs Deloitte said it cut around 1,000 UK jobs during the financial year. The cuts were part of a broader reduction in UK headcount and later voluntary redundancy offers in audit and assurance. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://hrreview.co.uk/hr-news/reward-news/deloitte-boss-gets-45-pay-rise-to-7-1m-as-uk-workforce-shrinks/392197) - Our coverage:[Deloitte UK CEO Pay Rose 45% to £7.1 Million (About $9.5 Million) as Average UK Staff Numbers Fell by 1,360](/blog/deloitte-uk-ceo-pay-45-percent-staff-numbers-fall-1360)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/deloitte-uk-ceo-pay-45-percent-1000-job-cuts-hero.jpg)
3. Oct 27Oct 27Return to office #### [Skydance](/layoffs/skydance) Return-to-office mandate Skydance said it will require employees to work in the office five days a week across the company. The policy will roll out by location with notice. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://variety.com/2026/film/news/skydance-voluntary-buyouts-layoffs-5-days-per-week-in-office-policy-1236931402/) - Our coverage:[Skydance Offers Staff Voluntary Buyouts and a Five-Day Office Rule After the Warner Bros. Discovery Deal](/blog/skydance-voluntary-buyouts-five-day-office-warner-bros-discovery)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/skydance-voluntary-buyouts-five-day-office-warner-bros-discovery-hero.jpg)
4. Oct 27Oct 27Layoff #### [Skydance](/layoffs/skydance) Announces layoffs Skydance said some eligible employees can take a one-time voluntary buyout as part of integration after its Warner Bros. Discovery deal. The company did not disclose how many jobs could be affected. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://variety.com/2026/film/news/skydance-voluntary-buyouts-layoffs-5-days-per-week-in-office-policy-1236931402/) - Our coverage:[Skydance Offers Staff Voluntary Buyouts and a Five-Day Office Rule After the Warner Bros. Discovery Deal](/blog/skydance-voluntary-buyouts-five-day-office-warner-bros-discovery)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/skydance-voluntary-buyouts-five-day-office-warner-bros-discovery-hero.jpg)
5. Oct 27Oct 27LayoffBellevue, WA, US #### [Sucker Punch Productions](/layoffs/sucker-punch-productions) Cuts 24 jobs Sucker Punch Productions let go of about two dozen staff on Monday. The Sony-owned Bellevue, Washington studio said several positions would be eliminated for its next project. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://aftermath.site/sucker-punch-layoffs-sony-ghost-of-yotei/) - Our coverage:[Ghost of Yotei Studio Sucker Punch Lays Off About Two Dozen Staff Despite the Game's Success](/blog/sucker-punch-layoffs-ghost-of-yotei-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/sucker-punch-layoffs-ghost-of-yotei-2026-hero.jpg)
6. Oct 27Oct 27LayoffSwitzerland![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ubs.com%2Fetc.clientlibs%2Fubs%2Ffit%2Fdesign%2Fresources%2Fimg%2Ffavicons%2Fapple-touch-icon-180x180.20260313.png&sig=MoSAn0hErvPxFnCDnBOG2IxgZQ2QSV7roXQxxgjQyYQ) #### [UBS](/layoffs/ubs) Cuts 3,000 jobs UBS said it still expects around 3,000 layoffs in Switzerland from the Credit Suisse integration over several years. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://live.euronext.com/en/financial-news/employees-group-warns-major-swiss-job-losses-if-ubs-relocates) - Our coverage:[Up to 12,000 UBS Jobs in Switzerland Could Be Lost if the Bank Relocates, Staff Union Warns](/blog/ubs-relocation-12000-swiss-jobs-at-risk)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/ubs-relocation-12000-swiss-jobs-at-risk-hero.jpg)
7. Oct 26Oct 26LayoffIndia · Philippines![](/api/favicon-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fs2%2Ffavicons%3Fdomain%3Dinnodata.com%26sz%3D128) #### [Innodata](/layoffs/innodata) Cuts 550 jobs Innodata reportedly laid off nearly 550 employees in India on Oct. 26, with additional cuts reported in the Philippines. Workers lost system access mid-shift and received termination emails citing reduced business assignments. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.news18.com/india/laptops-logged-out-official-ids-deactivated-innodata-lays-off-nearly-550-employees-in-india-ws-lrt-10400065.html) - Our coverage:[About 550 Innodata Staff in India Lost System Access Mid-Shift in Sudden Layoffs](/blog/innodata-layoffs-india-550-employees-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/innodata-layoffs-india-550-employees-2026-hero.jpg)
8. Oct 26Oct 26LayoffUnited States · Canada · India · United Kingdom![](/api/favicon-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fs2%2Ffavicons%3Fdomain%3Dmicrosoft.com%26sz%3D128) #### [Microsoft](/layoffs/microsoft) Announces layoffs Microsoft opened a voluntary exit offer for about 60,000 employees in the U.S., Canada, India and the U.K. Eligible staff can opt to leave by early December and exit on Dec. 31. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2026/10/26/introducing-a-voluntary-exit-offer/) - Our coverage:[60,000 Microsoft Workers Get a Voluntary Exit Offer Before a December Deadline](/blog/microsoft-voluntary-exit-offer-60000-employees-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/microsoft-voluntary-exit-offer-60000-employees-2026-hero.jpg)
9. Oct 23Oct 23LayoffGothenburg, Sweden · Lund, Sweden · Stockholm, Sweden #### [Volvo Cars](/layoffs/volvo-cars) Cuts 2,500 jobs Volvo Cars announced plans to cut about 2,500 jobs worldwide, including 2,000 in Sweden. The Swedish cuts mainly affect white-collar roles, especially in Gothenburg, with some impact possible in Lund and Stockholm. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.volvocars.com/intl/media/press-releases/4291EEEC7003CDC6/) - Our coverage:[Who Is Affected by Volvo Cars' 2,500 Job Cuts After a SEK 5.6 Billion Quarterly Loss](/blog/volvo-cars-2500-job-cuts-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/volvo-cars-2500-job-cuts-2026-hero.jpg)
10. Oct 22Oct 22Layoff![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbarclays.com%2Fcontent%2Fdam%2Ficons%2Ffavicons%2Fbarclays%2Fapple-touch-icon-180x180.png&sig=vjqnHYxl3u4_pOG9SHMpZf5ebP-CLqYc705WrnREvXs) #### [Barclays](/layoffs/barclays) Cuts 5,000 jobs Barclays said it expects to cut about 5,000 jobs by the end of 2026, about 5% of staff. Around 1,000 roles were already cut in the first half of 2026. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.investegate.co.uk/announcement/rns/barclays--barc/3rd-quarter-results/9835199) - Our coverage:[About 5,000 Barclays Workers to Go by End of 2026, 1,000 Already Gone, as CEO Credits Years of Tech Investment](/blog/barclays-5000-job-cuts-ai-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/barclays-5000-job-cuts-ai-2026-hero.jpg)
11. Oct 22Oct 22Layoff![](/api/favicon-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fea.com%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Ffavicon.3156aee2.ico) #### [Electronic Arts](/layoffs/electronic-arts) Cuts 400 jobs Electronic Arts said restructuring will eliminate about 400 positions worldwide, roughly 3% of its workforce, including about 50 at BioWare. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.ea.com/en-us/news/ea-announces-completion-of-acquisition) - Our coverage:[About 400 EA Workers Face Job Cuts Worldwide as BioWare Closes After More Than 30 Years](/blog/ea-bioware-closure-400-jobs-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/ea-bioware-closure-400-jobs-2026-hero.jpg)
12. Oct 22Oct 22Store closureEdmonton, AB, Canada![](/api/favicon-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fea.com%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Ffavicon.3156aee2.ico) #### [Electronic Arts](/layoffs/electronic-arts) Closes 1 store Electronic Arts said it is closing BioWare’s Edmonton studio and workspace, ending early development on the next Mass Effect game. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.ea.com/en-us/news/ea-announces-completion-of-acquisition) - Our coverage:[About 400 EA Workers Face Job Cuts Worldwide as BioWare Closes After More Than 30 Years](/blog/ea-bioware-closure-400-jobs-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/ea-bioware-closure-400-jobs-2026-hero.jpg)
13. Oct 21Oct 21Layoff![](/api/favicon-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fqualcomm.com%2Fetc.clientlibs%2Fqcomm-martech%2Fclientlibs%2Fclientlib-react%2Fresources%2Ffavicon%2Fqualcomm%2Ffavicon.ico) #### [Qualcomm](/layoffs/qualcomm) Announces layoffs Qualcomm said it will cut jobs across its global workforce after annual reviews. Notifications to affected employees are set to begin in November, but no headcount was disclosed. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/companies/qualcomm-to-cut-jobs-worldwide-in-performance-focused-layoffs-report-14056161.html) - Our coverage:[Qualcomm Staff Worldwide Face Performance-Based Job Cuts, With Notifications Starting in November](/blog/qualcomm-performance-based-job-cuts-november-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/qualcomm-performance-based-job-cuts-november-2026-hero.jpg)
14. Oct 20Oct 20Store closure #### [BBC](/layoffs/bbc) Announces store closures BBC confirmed the closure of BBC Three, BBC Scotland and BBC Radio 4 Extra linear broadcast services in spring 2027. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/2026/bbc-announces-next-phase-of-savings-linear-broadcast-services) - Our coverage:[BBC Will Close Two TV Channels and Put 100 More News Jobs on the Line in Its £500M Savings Push](/blog/bbc-three-bbc-scotland-channels-close-100-news-jobs)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/bbc-three-bbc-scotland-channels-close-100-news-jobs-hero.jpg)
15. Oct 20Oct 20Layoff #### [BBC News](/layoffs/bbc-news) Cuts 100 jobs BBC News proposed savings of around £5.5 million, representing the net closure of just over 100 roles. Staff affected have already been informed. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/2026/bbc-announces-next-phase-of-savings-linear-broadcast-services) - Our coverage:[BBC Will Close Two TV Channels and Put 100 More News Jobs on the Line in Its £500M Savings Push](/blog/bbc-three-bbc-scotland-channels-close-100-news-jobs)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/bbc-three-bbc-scotland-channels-close-100-news-jobs-hero.jpg)
16. Oct 20Oct 20Layoff![](/api/favicon-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fs2%2Ffavicons%3Fdomain%3Debay.com%26sz%3D128) #### [eBay](/layoffs/ebay) Cuts 1,000 jobs eBay announced it will cut about 1,000 jobs, roughly 9% of staff, in a second round of layoffs this year. The company said affected employees will be notified in the coming days. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.ebayinc.com/stories/news/ebay-inc-reports-second-quarter-2026-results/) - Our coverage:[About 1,000 eBay Workers Are Losing Their Jobs, Roughly 9% of Staff, Eight Months After 800 Went](/blog/ebay-1000-job-cuts-9-percent-staff-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/ebay-1000-job-cuts-9-percent-staff-2026-hero.jpg)
17. Oct 20Oct 20LayoffLeeds, UK · Dublin, Ireland · Porto, Portugal · Cluj-Napoca, Romania![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflutter.com%2Fnuxtassets%2Ffavicons%2Ffavicon-96x96.png&sig=fQoLcgtmMtFtNNTxwW_AnYe7Mm__OLzHJtvy1FpCs7g) #### [Flutter](/layoffs/flutter) Cuts 1,400 jobs Flutter said its UK and Ireland restructuring could cut up to 1,400 jobs, with staff in Leeds, Dublin, Porto and Cluj-Napoca among those affected. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1635327/000119312526425686/d400994dex991.htm) - Our coverage:[Leeds and Dublin Staff Face Consultation as Paddy Power Owner Flutter Plans Up to 1,400 Redundancies](/blog/paddy-power-flutter-1400-job-cuts-uk-ireland)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/paddy-power-flutter-1400-job-cuts-uk-ireland-hero.jpg)
18. Oct 20Oct 20LayoffAustralia · Vietnam · India![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nab.com.au%2Fetc.clientlibs%2Fnab%2Fclientlibs%2Fclientlib-site%2Fresources%2Fimages%2Fnab-app-icon-540.png&sig=eSZXpmv1EDOKZ9jd82QfMXf5262uWlRspoSw4wPqSZ4) #### [National Australia Bank](/layoffs/national-australia-bank) Cuts 2,500 jobs National Australia Bank said it will cut up to 2,500 roles in FY27, including up to 1,500 by the end of 2026. The bank said the changes target corporate functions and senior management, with some roles offshored to Vietnam and India. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://cdn-api.markitdigital.com/apiman-gateway/ASX/asx-research/1.0/file/2924-03150315-3A704448?access_token=83ff96335c2d45a094df02a206a39ff4) - Our coverage:[NAB Staff Face Up to 2,500 Role Cuts in FY27, About 6% of the Workforce](/blog/nab-2500-job-cuts-fy27-restructure)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/nab-2500-job-cuts-fy27-restructure-hero.jpg)
19. Oct 14Oct 14LayoffMontreal, Canada![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lightspeedhq.com%2Fgoogle-touch-icon.png&sig=Hrtfew8AQCiVejSxbyvEfds1z0zg0MYI-WOm6vdU4Tk) #### [Lightspeed Commerce Inc.](/layoffs/lightspeed-commerce-inc) Cuts 250 jobs Lightspeed Commerce Inc. said 250 roles are affected by layoffs and unfilled vacancies. The company is based in Montreal and said it will give more detail later. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://betakit.com/lightspeed-lays-off-staff-as-part-of-organizational-changes/) - Our coverage:[Lightspeed Workers Get No Breakdown Yet of Which Teams Lose Out in a 250-Role Reduction](/blog/lightspeed-250-roles-layoffs-unfilled-vacancies)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10623.jpg)
20. Oct 14Oct 14LayoffUK · Ireland #### [Poundland](/layoffs/poundland) Cuts 12,000 jobs Poundland is reportedly close to administration while a sale process continues, putting about 12,000 jobs at risk across the UK and Ireland. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/national/uk-today/26632633.poundland-face-administration-12-00-jobs-risk/) - Our coverage:[Poundland's 12,000 Workers Face an Uncertain Future as the Chain Is Reportedly Close to Administration](/blog/poundland-12000-jobs-at-risk-possible-administration)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10620.jpg)
21. Oct 14Oct 14Store closure #### [Poundland](/layoffs/poundland) Closes 150 stores Poundland completed a High Court-approved restructuring that closed nearly 150 stores and cut around 2,200 jobs. **Jobs affected**: 2,200 - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.theindustry.fashion/poundland-jobs-at-risk-as-union-warns-of-administration/) - Our coverage:[Poundland's 12,000 Workers Face an Uncertain Future as the Chain Is Reportedly Close to Administration](/blog/poundland-12000-jobs-at-risk-possible-administration)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10620.jpg)
22. Oct 13Oct 13LayoffCincinnati, OH, US![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthekrogerco.com%2Fandroid-chrome-384x384.png&sig=NFslbDCM58S-sJMfoGJ6Mui9kbO3GdGEUwML8Z3ShQg) #### [Kroger](/layoffs/kroger) Cuts 3,000 jobs Kroger said it will cut about 3,000 corporate roles over three years, affecting about 37% of its 8,200 corporate employees. The plan was shared with employees on Oct. 12 and reported from Cincinnati. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.ksl.com/article/51635507/kroger-plans-to-eliminate-3000-corporate-roles-memo-shows-as-it-expands-ai-use) - Our coverage:[Kroger Corporate Workers Face About 3,000 Role Cuts Over Three Years, About 37% of Corporate Staff](/blog/kroger-3000-corporate-jobs-cut-three-years-ai-37-percent)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10571.jpg)
23. Oct 10Oct 10LayoffIsrael![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F6802890d11be431be270f24b%2F683ed340e91ae2703348d249_9ea41927662556070305fa55f3f5ceab_HB_webclip_256x256.png&sig=4SkjiE5hfCthXor-u3-09hQqJM4NlxOTGnjb6JbeVI0) #### [HoneyBook](/layoffs/honeybook) Cuts 35 jobs HoneyBook said it is cutting about 35 jobs, roughly 14% of its 255-person workforce, as part of an AI-focused reorganization. Most affected workers are based in Israel. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/syg9pbhizx) - Our coverage:[What 30 to 35 Departing HoneyBook Workers Are Offered as the Company Reorganizes Around AI](/blog/honeybook-layoffs-35-jobs-14-percent-ai-reorganization)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10517.jpg)
24. Oct 8Oct 8LayoffPawtucket, RI, US · Boston, MA, US #### [Hasbro](/layoffs/hasbro) Cuts 587 jobs Hasbro filed a WARN notice covering 587 Rhode Island roles tied to its move to Boston. Workers who do not transfer are expected to lose their jobs on Dec. 24, 2026. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/10/13/metro/hasbro-warn-act-jobs-ri-boston-move/) - Our coverage:[587 Hasbro Workers in Rhode Island Face Losing Their Jobs on December 24 Unless They Move to Boston](/blog/hasbro-587-pawtucket-workers-boston-move-december-24)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10621.jpg)
25. Oct 7Oct 7LayoffCambridge, MA, US![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hubspot.com%2Fhubfs%2FHubSpot_Logos%2FHubSpot-Inversed-Favicon.png&sig=wsSQS7Ij2qvHqZw5v3gCoX1E0vNk-oixDrIj_fSfi7E) #### [HubSpot](/layoffs/hubspot) Cuts 660 jobs HubSpot said it is cutting about 7% of its workforce, nearly 660 employees, as it reorganizes product teams and reduces management layers. The company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.hubspot.com/company-news/company-update) - Our coverage:[Nearly 660 HubSpot Workers Are Being Laid Off, With Severance of Up to 30 Weeks](/blog/hubspot-660-layoffs-severance-october-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10485.jpg)
26. Oct 7Oct 7Layoff #### [Royal Mail](/layoffs/royal-mail) Cuts 2,500 jobs Royal Mail said it plans to cut up to 2,500 head office and support roles by the end of 2027. The company said frontline delivery and processing jobs, including posties and drivers, are not in scope. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.royalmailgroup.com/en/press-centre/press-releases/royal-mail/royal-mail-organisational-review/) - Our coverage:[Royal Mail Head Office and Support Staff Face Up to 2,500 Role Cuts by 2027, Posties Spared](/blog/royal-mail-2500-head-office-support-jobs-cut-by-2027)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10495.jpg)
27. Oct 7Oct 7LayoffBurbank, CA, US #### [Skydance](/layoffs/skydance) Announces layoffs Skydance told staff after closing its Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition that integrating the companies will bring difficult workforce decisions. No layoff number was disclosed. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001437107/000119312526415055/d200872d8k.htm) - Our coverage:[Paramount and Warner Bros Staff Now Work for Skydance, and What the $110 Billion Deal Means for Their Jobs](/blog/paramount-warner-bros-deal-closes-hollywood-jobs-2026)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10487.jpg)
28. Oct 6Oct 6LayoffOslo, Norway · Bergen, Norway · Riga, Latvia #### [DNB](/layoffs/dnb) Cuts 400 jobs DNB said it will cut about 400 full-time equivalents in Technology & Services as it adopts AI agents and restructures the unit. The cuts are expected to be completed in Q4 2026, with impacts mainly in Oslo, Bergen and Riga. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.ir.dnb.no/press-and-reports/press-releases/dnb-making-organisational-changes-technology-services-2485833) - Our coverage:[DNB Technology Staff Face a Cut of About 400 Full-Time Equivalents as the Bank Leans on AI Agents](/blog/dnb-400-tech-jobs-ai-agents-norway)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10467.jpg)
29. Oct 6Oct 6LayoffCerreto d'Esi, Italy #### [Electrolux](/layoffs/electrolux) Cuts 1,250 jobs Electrolux proposed up to 1,250 incentivised voluntary exits in Italy over three years, replacing unilateral layoffs. The plan was presented in Rome and includes 600 white-collar and 650 blue-collar workers. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://en.ilsole24ore.com/art/electrolux-withdraws-unilateral-redundancies-new-early-retirement-incentive-scheme-and-social-safety-nets-AJXBcTZB) - Our coverage:[Electrolux Withdraws Unilateral Layoffs in Italy and Proposes Up to 1,250 Incentivised Voluntary Exits](/blog/electrolux-italy-1250-voluntary-exits-unilateral-layoffs-withdrawn)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10470.jpg)
30. Oct 5Oct 5LayoffRiga, Latvia · Vilnius, Lithuania · Tallinn, Estonia #### [airBaltic](/layoffs/airbaltic) Cuts 700 jobs airBaltic said planned workforce changes could affect 500 to 700 positions across its bases in Riga, Vilnius and Tallinn as it aligns staff with a new business plan. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://company.airbaltic.com/en/newsroom?press=2026%2Fairbaltic-to-align-workforce-with-new-business-plan) - Our coverage:[What airBaltic Crews and Ground Teams Are Owed as Restructuring Could Affect 500 to 700 Positions](/blog/airbaltic-500-to-700-positions-riga-tallinn-vilnius)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10468.jpg)
31. Oct 5Oct 5Store closureBengaluru, India![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cambiumnetworks.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F03%2Fcropped-Cambium_Networks_favicon-180x180.png&sig=DFPntEgKAaYiJ3wpkOGth7XTNXlYDFBSneeQ9bVU410) #### [Cambium Networks](/layoffs/cambium-networks) Announces store closures Cambium Networks shut its India Global Capability Centre in Bengaluru, affecting around 200 employees. The centre was a key engineering and R&D hub. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.moneycontrol.com/technology/cambium-networks-shuts-india-gcc-cuts-around-200-jobs-article-14044580.html) - Our coverage:[Around 200 Bengaluru Staff Reportedly Affected as Cambium Networks Shuts Its India Centre](/blog/cambium-networks-bengaluru-200-jobs-gcc-closure)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10450.jpg)
32. Oct 5Oct 5LayoffSpringfield, OH, US #### [International Motors](/layoffs/international-motors) Cuts 1,341 jobs International Motors is laying off 1,341 workers at its Springfield, Ohio assembly plant and Truck Specialty Center as it sells the sites to Roshel. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/truck-manufacturer-exits-ohio-location-eliminates-1341-jobs) - Our coverage:[1,341 Springfield Truck Plant Workers Laid Off as Buyer Roshel Says It Is Working to More Than Double the Workforce Over the Coming Years](/blog/springfield-ohio-truck-plant-1341-layoffs-roshel)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10451.jpg)
33. Oct 5Oct 5LayoffGuildford, UK![](/api/favicon-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.supermassivegames.com%2FThemes%2FSupermassiveGames%2FContent%2Ffavicon.ico) #### [Supermassive Games](/layoffs/supermassive-games) Cuts 70 jobs Supermassive Games staff departures became public after more than 70 people, including developers, artists, QA and operations staff, left following the August consultation. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://kotaku.com/supermassive-lays-off-70-people-less-than-six-months-after-releasing-its-new-sci-fi-horror-game-2000740078) - Our coverage:[More Than 70 People Are Leaving Supermassive Games After a Consultation for Up to 75 Roles](/blog/supermassive-games-70-layoffs-directive-8020)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10469.jpg)
34. Oct 1Oct 1LayoffBeaverton, OR, US · Singapore, Singapore · Bengaluru, India![](/api/company-logo?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nike.com%2Fapple-touch-icon-152x152-precomposed.png&sig=vwVWn4svdyZ9ICXztnPaCeibRPLRPqYGC7cKIlaeqbE) #### [Nike](/layoffs/nike) Announces layoffs Nike said its Pace overhaul will reduce roles over time, with decisions on impacted jobs beginning in 2027 and continuing in later years. The company has not yet said how many roles or which locations will be affected. - [Source(opens in new tab)](https://about.nike.com/en/newsroom/releases/nike-inc-corporate-announcement-october-1-2026) - Our coverage:[Nike Workers Face Job Decisions From 2027 as a Plan to Save About $2.5 Billion Through Fiscal 2031 Adds a Bengaluru Campus](/blog/nike-pace-restructuring-2-5-billion-layoffs-2027-india-campus)![](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:640:480/q:80/plain/images/final-10452.jpg)

## How this report is built

What counts, how jobs are counted, and the as-of date

### What counts

Every published Layoffs Tracker announcement dated in October 2026: layoffs, store closures, and return-to-office mandates. Each row is one announcement by one company, dated the day the company or a filing first made it public, not the day the cuts take effect. Months follow UTC dates.

### How jobs are counted

Jobs affected is counted only when a source states a number. We never estimate one, so every total on this page is a floor: announcements without a stated number are left out of the sum, not counted as zero.

### As-of date

Figures are as of November 4, 2026, and the newest change to a October 2026 announcement was on November 4, 2026. Announcements verified later can still be added to this month.

An edition needs at least 5 published announcements before it is listed for search engines.

### Data

Every row, all months, is in the [CSV](/layoffs/data.csv) and [JSON](/layoffs/data.json) downloads. Filter on the announcement date to rebuild this report. The [tracker methodology](/layoffs#methodology) covers sources and how to cite.

## Data and archives

Free to reuse with attribution to Metaintro

Every published announcement, all years, one row per event. Column names are stable, and jobs affected are blank where no source states a number.

[Download the dataCSV](/layoffs/data.csv)[Download the dataJSON](/layoffs/data.json)
Jobs affected are counted only when a source states a number; “Not stated” means none was disclosed. [Methodology, sources and how to cite](/layoffs#methodology)

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