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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson | California | 44 | Jan 26, 2026 | Dec 1, 2026 | |
| Wilmington | California | 111 | Jan 26, 2026 | Dec 1, 2026 | |
| San Francisco | California | 198 | Apr 10, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | |
| Kentucky | 215 | Oct 15, 2025 | Sep 30, 2026 | ||
| Meadville | Pennsylvania | 67 | - | Sep 30, 2026 | |
| Burlington | Iowa | 13 | Feb 27, 2026 | Sep 25, 2026 | |
| Madera | California | 59 | Jan 27, 2026 | Sep 18, 2026 | |
| Cary | North Carolina | 105 | Mar 19, 2026 | Sep 18, 2026 | |
| Monroe | North Carolina | 63 | Feb 11, 2026 | Sep 1, 2026 | |
| Carmel | Indiana | 77 | Mar 10, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
44 states reported
2026 layoffs by state
