Worldwide Layoff Report: Week of November 10–14, 2025
This report compiles the latest global layoff announcements and workforce impacts for the week of November 10–14, 2025, based on monthly trackers, news disclosures, and company filings. Since many layoffs unfold over several weeks or months, this report focuses on announcements or effective reductions that occurred during — or directly affect — this period.
Total estimated layoffs for November (so far): 10,000+
Global job cuts year-to-date (2025): 1.1 million+, with the United States accounting for the largest share.
Consistent global layoff drivers:
- AI integration and automation
- Restructuring for efficiency and competitiveness
- Weak economic indicators across the U.S., Europe, and Asia
- Cost optimization across tech, manufacturing, and services
Country-Wise Breakdown
United States
The U.S. continues to lead global layoff activity this week, particularly in tech and manufacturing. October’s surge of 153,000 job cuts is still impacting November as companies realign operations for an AI-centric environment.
Major Layoffs This Week
| Company | Employees Affected | Location(s) | Reason(s) | Announcement / Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salesforce | 262 | San Francisco, CA | Streamlining operations amid competition | Effective Nov 3 (ongoing) |
| 100+ (design team cuts) + ~50 permanent | Sunnyvale, CA and multiple U.S. offices | Cloud and platform restructuring | Early–Mid November | |
| Paycom | 500+ | Oklahoma City, OK | Cost optimization and performance adjustments | November |
| Handshake | ~100 (15% of U.S. staff) | San Francisco, CA | Rightsizing for sustainable growth | November |
| Smartsheet | 120+ | San Francisco, CA | Efficiency improvements, focusing on core products | November |
| Oracle | 101 + 254 = 355 | Seattle, WA; San Francisco, CA | Cost reduction during AI infrastructure expansion | November |
| Rivian | 600 (4% workforce; third round in 2025) | U.S. manufacturing and corporate sites | Scaling realignment | October announcement, November impact |
| Meta | ~600 | Multiple U.S. sites | Raising performance bar; AI teams reorganized | October announcement, November implementation |
| Applied Materials | ~1,400 (4% global) | U.S. sites | Organizational redesign for competitiveness | October announcement, November rollout |
| American Airlines | Hundreds | Fort Worth, TX | Management and support restructuring | November |
Subtotal (United States): Approximately 4,000+ employees affected this week
Israel
Layoffs in Israel remain tied to global tech restructuring, mainly affecting companies with U.S. headquarters.
| Company | Employees Affected | Location(s) | Reason(s) | Announcement / Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZipRecruiter | ~80 | Tel Aviv | Restructuring development operations | November |
| Fiverr | ~250 (30% of workforce) | Tel Aviv | Pivot toward leaner, AI-first operations | September announcement, November effect |
Subtotal (Israel): Approximately 330 employees
India
Indian layoffs this week stem mostly from U.S.-based firms optimizing international operations.
| Company | Employees Affected | Location(s) | Reason(s) | Announcement / Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GupShup | 100+ | India operations | Streamlining as market conditions shift | November |
Subtotal (India): Approximately 100 employees
Europe (Multi-Country)
European layoffs reflect broader economic pressures, especially in food delivery, manufacturing, and customer service roles.
| Company | Employees Affected | Location(s) | Reason(s) | Announcement / Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Just Eat | ~450 | Multiple European countries | Cost-cutting linked to slowing economy and U.S. tariffs | October announcement, November implementation |
Subtotal (Europe): Approximately 450 employees
Global / Multi-Country Layoff Impacts
Large multinational corporations continue phased layoffs across regions, with significant progress visible in November.
| Company | Employees Affected | Location(s) | Reason(s) | Announcement / Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exxon Mobil | 2,000 (3–4% global; half in Europe) | Global | Aligning workforce with innovation and operating model | Ongoing into November |
| Nestlé | Up to 16,000 over two years (6% global workforce) | Global | Reorganization to focus on high-return opportunities | October announcement; phased November implementation |
| Panasonic | 10,000 (5,000 Japan; 5,000 overseas) | Japan and global | Efficiency improvements in sales and indirect roles | May announcement; November progress |
Active global cuts impacting this week: Approximately 5,000
Summary Insights for the Week (November 10–14, 2025)
Estimated Layoffs This Week
Approximately 9,000–10,000 globally (conservative estimate)
Key Trends
- AI and automation drive more than 40% of tech layoffs worldwide
- The United States remains the highest contributor to global reductions
- European layoffs rise due to tariffs, consumer slowdown, and energy costs
- Cross-border restructuring by companies like Meta, Oracle, Nestlé, and Panasonic amplifies international impacts
- Global projections indicate an additional 300,000–400,000 layoffs by December 2025 due to year-end restructuring and policy shifts
Notes
This report has been compiled using World Report Press Archives and multiple verified industry trackers. Figures may change as more companies announce year-end workforce adjustments.
