On May 20 local time, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated in an internal memo to employees that he does not anticipate any further company-wide layoffs for the remainder of the year. This assurance comes as the social media giant implements a large-scale restructuring plan initiated that same day.
Meta began a global workforce reduction of approximately 10% on that date, affecting around 8,000 positions, while about 7,000 employees were reassigned to newly formed teams focused on artificial intelligence. This represents one of the company's most significant workforce adjustments in recent years. According to the memo, Meta's Chief People Officer, Janelle Gale, indicated that the company is transitioning to a flatter organizational structure, utilizing smaller teams to enhance decision-making speed and execution.
Zuckerberg explicitly stated in the memo that he does not expect more company-wide layoffs for the rest of the year. This statement provides a degree of certainty for employees amidst the ongoing changes. However, sources familiar with the matter have indicated that smaller, department-specific adjustments could still occur later in the year.
This restructuring coincides with Meta's intensified focus and investment in the field of artificial intelligence. The company has raised its 2026 capital expenditure guidance to as much as $145 billion, primarily for AI infrastructure. Zuckerberg previously stated during a company-wide meeting in April that the layoffs are intended to help improve operational efficiency while offsetting the cost pressures associated with significant AI investments.
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