Microsoft Slashes 3% of Jobs: Is Xbox in Trouble?

Microsoft initiated layoffs affecting approximately 3% of its global workforce, totaling around 6,000 to 7,000 employees, starting May 13, 2025. This marks the company’s largest job cuts since 2023, when it reduced 10,000 positions. The layoffs span all levels, teams, and regions, with a focus on reducing management layers to increase organizational agility. Notably, Washington state, home to Microsoft’s Redmond headquarters, saw 1,985 job cuts, primarily in software engineering and product management. The move comes despite strong financial performance, with Microsoft reporting a 13% revenue increase and 18% profit growth in the latest quarter. The company cited strategic realignment, particularly investments in artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, as a driving factor. This follows a smaller, performance-based layoff round in January 2025 and reflects broader tech industry trends of cost-cutting amid AI prioritization
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