List of Companies Laying off Employees in July
Summary
Many U.S. companies plan to lay off workers in July, according to government data that tracks large layoffs. These job cuts mainly affect tech, manufacturing, and other sectors as businesses adjust to economic uncertainties and invest in automation and AI.Key Facts
- The WARN Act requires companies with 100+ employees to give 60 days’ notice before major layoffs or closures.
- In 2026 so far, over 230,000 workers have been affected by more than 2,600 layoff events.
- July layoffs are concentrated in software, cloud computing, cybersecurity, manufacturing, and hospitality.
- Companies listed for July layoffs include Sony Interactive Entertainment, Cisco, Whirlpool, and General Dynamics.
- Layoffs are driven by companies seeking efficiency, automation investments, and reactions to economic uncertainty like inflation and tariffs.
- Despite layoffs, the U.S. unemployment rate was 4.3% as of May, showing a generally stable labor market.
- Job growth has slowed and hiring is more selective, leading to a “low-hire, low-fire” economy.
- Layoffs reflect a shift away from rapid job market growth, not a broad economic collapse.
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