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UPS says it will shed 30,000 jobs in major cost-cutting drive

UPS says it will shed 30,000 jobs in major cost-cutting drive

Summary

UPS, a major package-delivery company based in Georgia, plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs to save money and increase profits. The company aims to achieve $3 billion in savings by 2026 through measures such as reducing reliance on Amazon, offering voluntary buyouts, and closing some buildings.

Key Facts

  • UPS will cut up to 30,000 jobs to save money and increase profits.
  • The company aims to save $3 billion by 2026.
  • UPS plans to reduce its dependency on Amazon deliveries.
  • Voluntary buyouts and job cuts through attrition will be offered.
  • 24 buildings will close in the first half of the year, with more closures possible later.
  • The company previously saved $3.5 billion in 2025 through similar measures.
  • Teamsters union president criticized the job cuts.
  • UPS expects revenues to reach $89.7 billion in 2026.

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