Netflix to lay off about 1,000 employees in biggest cuts since 2022

Streaming company faces tough competition for viewers and engagement from legacy rivals and YouTube

Netflix to lay off about 1,000 employees in biggest cuts since 2022

TL;DR

  • Netflix is laying off about 1,000 employees, or 6% of its workforce.
  • The cuts are the largest since 2022 and primarily affect product, tech, legal, and HR teams.
  • The company faces tough competition from legacy rivals and YouTube, impacting viewer engagement.
  • Netflix is exploring new revenue streams like an ad tier, live programming, and gaming.
  • Despite layoffs, Netflix remains on track to meet its full-year forecast.