Amazon Announces Global Layoffs, Cutting Nearly 1,000 Jobs in 2026

Amazon announced in 2026 that it will cut nearly 1,000 jobs globally as part of a cost‑optimization strategy. The e‑commerce giant said the layoffs would affect several regions, with India among the impacted markets. While the company did not disclose the exact number of Indian employees affected, it confirmed that the cuts would be spread across multiple business units. Amazon also stated that it would provide severance packages and outplacement support to those whose positions are being eliminated.