"Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) just announced 16,000 job cuts worldwide, the second massive layoff in four months following 14,000 cuts in October. Combined, that's 30,000 corporate roles eliminated in 120 days. This isn't cost-cutting in response to a downturn. It's a permanent recalibration of how tech giants view labor in the age of AI. The pattern across big tech is unmistakable. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Meta (NASDAQ:META), and other hyperscalers are simultaneously restructuring workforces while pouring billions into AI infrastructure."
"What makes this different from prior tech layoffs? The explicit framing. Amazon leadership has publicly stated AI will drive "more automation and corporate job losses." A leaked AWS email revealed "Project Dawn," suggesting a codified restructuring initiative. This isn't reactive. It's strategic. Amazon is trading headcount for compute as it invests heavily in AI capabilities. Reddit sentiment split sharply. Bearish posts in r/wallstreetbets hit sentiment scores of 26-32 (bearish territory), with one thread gaining 3,150 upvotes."
Amazon announced 16,000 job cuts worldwide, following 14,000 cuts in October, totaling 30,000 corporate roles eliminated in 120 days. The layoffs reflect a strategic recalibration toward AI, with leadership stating AI will drive "more automation and corporate job losses" and a leaked AWS email referencing "Project Dawn." Major tech peers including Microsoft and Meta are restructuring workforces while investing billions in AI infrastructure. Reddit sentiment split between bearish and bullish takes. Analysts like Bank of America and Stifel maintained Buy ratings, citing AWS growth prospects. Q3 2025 revenue was $180.17B, net income $21.19B, operating margin 11.1%, and capex was $35.1B.
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