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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Springs | California | 53 | Mar 25, 2026 | Aug 1, 2026 | |
| Barstow | California | 650 | May 24, 2026 | Aug 1, 2026 | |
| Georgia | 62 | Jun 1, 2026 | Aug 1, 2026 | ||
| Newtown | Pennsylvania | 220 | - | Aug 1, 2026 | |
| Tennessee | 75 | Jun 15, 2026 | Aug 1, 2026 | ||
| Torrance | California | 1 | Jun 1, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Orange | California | 40 | Jun 1, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Oxnard | California | 6 | May 29, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Fresno | California | 48 | May 29, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Oakland | California | 117 | May 20, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
45 states reported
2026 layoffs by state
