2026 Layoffs: 3,860 WARN Act Notices Filed, 340,316 Employees Affected
Track mass layoffs in 2026 as they happen. LayoffAlert monitors official WARN Act filings across 44 states to provide the most up-to-date layoff data available. This page updates automatically with the latest filings.
2026 Layoff Statistics: Month-by-Month
Through October 2026, 3,860 WARN Act notices have been filed across 44 states, affecting 340,316 employees. The chart below shows layoff activity by state and month for 2026 year-to-date.
Mass Layoffs by State - Last 24 Months
Employees affected per month, stacked by state
Year-over-Year Comparison
At this point in 2025, LayoffAlert had tracked 3,362 WARN Act notices affecting 301,891 employees for the full year. The 2026 pace will be clearer as more months of data accumulate. See our complete 2025 year in review →
Chart data: LayoffAlert.org WARN Act filings database, updated daily.
Biggest Layoffs of 2026
The table below shows the top companies by number of employees affected in WARN Act filings during 2026, based on official notices tracked by LayoffAlert.org. This list updates automatically as new filings are processed.
Click any company name to view their full WARN Act filing history on LayoffAlert.org, including notices from previous years.
2026 Layoffs by State
LayoffAlert.org tracks WARN Act filings from 44 states. The table below shows the state-by-state breakdown of 2026 layoff activity.
Click any state to see all WARN Act notices filed there, including company details, locations, and employee counts.
Most Recent 2026 WARN Act Filings
The most recent WARN Act layoff notices filed in 2026, updated daily from official state labor department filings.
| Company | State | City | Employees | Effective Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sealy Mattress Manufacturing C... | NC | Trinity | 114 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| Altera Digital Health, Inc. | NY | 3 Huntington Quadrangle 2nd Floor North Melville | 133 | Dec 31, 2026 | layoff |
| Starbucks | WA | Seatac, Seattle | 135 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| The Washington Post | VA | Springfield | 118 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| SYPartners, LLC | NY | 395 Hudson Street 8th Floor New York | 31 | Dec 31, 2026 | layoff |
| Novo Nordisk | NJ | Plainsboro | 108 | Dec 31, 2026 | layoff |
| Elevance Health, Inc. | LA | Metairie | 216 | Dec 31, 2026 | layoff |
| PMG Indiana | IN | Columbus | 150 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| Elevate Textiles, Inc. | NC | Burlington | 150 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| DHL Supply Chain | NC | Rural Hall | 81 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| Mars Petcare US, Inc. | NC | Henderson | 149 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| OneMain Financial | MN | Mendota Heights | 78 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| Northern Iron LLC | MN | Saint Paul | 86 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| Servatron, Inc. | WA | Spokane Valley | 124 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| CNH Industrial America LLC | IA | Burlington | 5 | Dec 31, 2026 | amendement - change in number |
| AllianceBernstein L.P. | NY | New York | 6 | Dec 31, 2026 | layoff |
| Qualicaps, Inc. | NC | Whitsett | 91 | Dec 31, 2026 | closure |
| Thermo Fisher Scientific | MA | Franklin | 103 | Dec 31, 2026 | layoff |
| Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods L... | NJ | Elmwood Park | 168 | Dec 30, 2026 | layoff |
| Leprino Foods Company | CA | F Street Lemoore | 100 | Dec 30, 2026 | closure |
2026 Layoff Trends and Analysis
Early indicators suggest 2026 will be another significant year for workforce reductions. Challenger, Gray & Christmas reported approximately 108,000 announced job cuts in January 2026 alone — a 118% increase compared to January 2025 and the highest January total since the pandemic.
A ResumeBuilder survey found that 58% of companies plan layoffs in 2026, citing AI adoption, economic uncertainty, and restructuring as primary drivers. The pattern of continuous, smaller-scale layoffs that defined 2025 — what analysts have called "forever layoffs" — appears to be continuing into the new year.
Key Drivers to Watch in 2026
- AI displacement — Companies continuing to restructure around AI tools, replacing mid-level professional roles
- Federal workforce reductions — Ongoing DOGE-led government cuts that began in 2025
- Tariff uncertainty — Trade policy changes impacting manufacturing, retail, and supply chains
- Post-pandemic correction — Final stages of right-sizing at companies that over-hired during 2020-2021
This section will be updated throughout the year as new data and analysis becomes available. For a comprehensive look at how 2025 unfolded, see our 2025 Layoffs in Review.
Sources: Challenger, Gray & Christmas, ResumeBuilder Survey.
What to Do If You've Been Laid Off in 2026
If you've been affected by a layoff in 2026, here are the most important steps to take:
- File for unemployment benefits immediately. Most states allow you to file online through your state's Department of Labor website. Benefits typically replace 40-60% of your prior wages.
- Review your WARN Act rights. If your employer has 100+ employees and laid off 50+ workers, they were required to give you 60 days advance notice (or pay in lieu of notice). If they didn't, you may be entitled to back pay. See our WARN Act guide.
- Negotiate your severance package. Severance agreements are negotiable. Consider having an employment attorney review your agreement before signing — especially if it includes a non-compete clause or waiver of legal claims.
- Secure your health insurance. Under COBRA, you can continue your employer-sponsored health coverage for up to 18 months (though you'll pay the full premium). ACA marketplace plans may be more affordable — job loss qualifies you for a Special Enrollment Period.
- Update your professional presence. Refresh your LinkedIn profile and resume immediately. Highlight specific accomplishments and measurable results rather than job duties. Reach out to your network early — most roles are filled through referrals before they're publicly posted.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2026 Layoffs
How many layoffs have there been in 2026?
As of Oct 26, 2026, LayoffAlert.org has tracked 3,860 official WARN Act notices filed in 2026, affecting 340,316 employees across 44 states. This page updates automatically as new filings are recorded. WARN Act figures represent a subset of total layoffs, since only larger reductions trigger filing requirements.
Which companies have had the biggest layoffs in 2026?
Based on WARN Act filings tracked by LayoffAlert.org, the largest layoffs in 2026 by employee count span multiple industries. See the full ranked table above for the top companies by employees affected, updated daily.
Are layoffs increasing in 2026 compared to 2025?
Early indicators suggest elevated layoff activity in 2026. Challenger, Gray & Christmas reported 108,000 announced job cuts in January 2026 — a 118% year-over-year increase. A ResumeBuilder survey found 58% of companies plan layoffs in 2026. See our 2025 year in review for comparison data.
What is causing layoffs in 2026?
Key drivers include AI-driven workforce restructuring as companies replace or consolidate professional roles using automation, ongoing federal government workforce reductions, tariff-related economic uncertainty impacting manufacturing and retail, and final stages of post-pandemic corrections at companies that over-hired during 2020-2021.
How can I track upcoming layoffs?
WARN Act notices are filed 60 days before a mass layoff takes effect, making them an early warning system for upcoming job cuts. LayoffAlert.org aggregates these official filings from state labor departments across 44 states, updated daily. Browse by state or search by company to find the latest filings. You can also see our WARN Act guide to understand what triggers a filing.
Sources & Methodology
LayoffAlert.org collects and aggregates WARN Act notices from state labor departments. Our database currently tracks filings from 44 states and is updated daily. WARN Act data represents a subset of total layoff activity, since only employers with 100+ employees conducting layoffs of 50+ workers are required to file.
External Sources
- Challenger, Gray & Christmas — Monthly and annual job cut reports tracking employer-announced layoffs nationwide.
- ResumeBuilder — Survey data on employer layoff plans for 2026.
- Fortune — Reporting on the "forever layoffs" structural trend.
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