In 2026, there were a total of 1,880 layoff events across 1,039 companies, impacting 160,793 employees. Explore a detailed breakdown by state, industry, and month using interactive charts and maps — from peak months to high‑impact states.
1,880
Total Events
160,793
Employees Affected
1,039
Total Companies
188
Avg Events / Month
| Company Name | City | State | Affected Employees | Notice Date | Layoff Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | Texas | 83 | Dec 3, 2025 | Jan 24, 2026 | |
| Walnut Creek | California | 54 | Nov 20, 2025 | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| Irvine | California | 139 | Nov 20, 2025 | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| Fullerton | California | 50 | Nov 21, 2025 | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| ORLANDO | Florida | 133 | Nov 18, 2025 | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| ORLANDO | Florida | 87 | Jan 23, 2026 | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| West Des Moines | Iowa | 14 | Nov 25, 2025 | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| Parsippany | New Jersey | 64 | - | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| Houston | Texas | 74 | Jan 23, 2026 | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| Various locations in Washington | Washington | 165 | Nov 21, 2025 | Jan 23, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
44 states reported
2026 layoffs by state
