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Tech layoffs exceed 200,000 in 2026, surpassing 2024 record
Market overview
The ongoing wave of tech layoffs, driven by AI investments and cost-cutting, is projected to exceed the 2024 record of 180,000. This reflects the sustained impact of AI on workforce reductions across the sector.
macro prediction market
- Implied probability (Yes)
- 80%
- Closes
- 2026-12-31
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Resolution criteria
Annual layoff data from Challenger, Gray & Christmas confirms total U.S. tech layoffs in 2026 exceed 200,000, surpassing the 2024 record of 180,000.
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