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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Leandro | California | 147 | Apr 15, 2026 | Jun 12, 2026 | |
| Bakersfield | California | 49 | Apr 10, 2026 | Jun 11, 2026 | |
| New Caney | Texas | 168 | Apr 15, 2026 | Jun 11, 2026 | |
| Oakland | California | 21 | Apr 10, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | |
| El Segundo | California | 34 | Apr 10, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | |
| Carson | California | 6 | Apr 10, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | |
| Wilmington | California | 10 | Apr 10, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | |
| Chicago | Illinois | 29 | Oct 1, 2025 | Jun 10, 2026 | |
| Chicago | Illinois | 26 | Oct 1, 2025 | Jun 10, 2026 | |
| Chicago | Illinois | 37 | Oct 1, 2025 | Jun 10, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
44 states reported
2026 layoffs by state
