Challenger: US tech companies announced cuts to 38,242 jobs in May, the most since August 2024, taking 2026's total so far to 123,653 cuts, up 65% YoY (Julia Fanzeres/Bloomberg)

Jun 04, 2026 - 12:25
Updated: 2 hours ago
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Data visualization of US technology sector layoffs in May totaling 38,242 positions

Julia Fanzeres / Bloomberg:
Challenger: US tech companies announced cuts to 38,242 jobs in May, the most since August 2024, taking 2026's total so far to 123,653 cuts, up 65% YoY  —  US technology companies in May announced the most job cuts in nearly two years as they ramp up spending on artificial intelligence.

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