Microsoft profits soar after announcing thousands of layoffs

Microsoft's profits surged days after announcing layoffs, as the company said it would offer buyouts to 60,000 workers to curb costs.

AI-written summary · The Chestnut Post · October 29, 2026 at 10:15 AM EDT · How we use AI

Microsoft reported a sharp rise in profits days after announcing thousands of layoffs, according to BBC News.

The Windows developer also said this week that it would offer buyouts to 60,000 workers as part of efforts to reduce costs.

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