In 2026, there were a total of 2,536 layoff events across 1,299 companies, impacting 226,260 employees. Explore a detailed breakdown by state, industry, and month using interactive charts and maps — from peak months to high‑impact states.
2,536
Total Events
226,260
Employees Affected
1,299
Total Companies
211
Avg Events / Month
| Company Name | City | State | Affected Employees | Notice Date | Layoff Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemoore | California | 268 | Oct 23, 2025 | Jan 9, 2026 | |
| Vernon Hills | Illinois | 42 | Nov 7, 2025 | Jan 9, 2026 | |
| Chicago | Illinois | 219 | Nov 7, 2025 | Jan 9, 2026 | |
| Bloomfield Hills, Michigan | Michigan | 105 | - | Jan 9, 2026 | |
| Golden Valley | Minnesota | 1 | - | Jan 9, 2026 | |
| Maple Grove | Minnesota | 1 | - | Jan 9, 2026 | |
| Tennessee | 108 | Oct 27, 2025 | Jan 9, 2026 | ||
| Milwaukee | Wisconsin | 27 | Nov 9, 2025 | Jan 9, 2026 | |
| Kentucky | 15 | Oct 20, 2025 | Jan 8, 2026 | ||
| Houston | Texas | 202 | Jan 14, 2026 | Jan 8, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
45 states reported
2026 layoffs by state