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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | Nebraska | 294 | - | Jan 21, 2026 | |
| San Jose | California | 87 | Jan 20, 2026 | Jan 20, 2026 | |
| Santa Fe Springs | California | 86 | Nov 20, 2025 | Jan 20, 2026 | |
| OPA LOCKA | Florida | 80 | Nov 20, 2025 | Jan 20, 2026 | |
| West Lafayette | Indiana | 64 | Jan 20, 2026 | Jan 20, 2026 | |
| Indianapolis | Indiana | 54 | Nov 18, 2025 | Jan 20, 2026 | |
| St Paul | Minnesota | 1 | - | Jan 20, 2026 | |
| Minneapolis | Minnesota | 1 | - | Jan 20, 2026 | |
| Minneapolis | Minnesota | 1 | - | Jan 20, 2026 | |
| St Paul | Minnesota | 1 | - | Jan 20, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
44 states reported
2026 layoffs by state