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California hammered as national job cuts jump to a five-year high

California has seen a significant rise in job cuts, with 173,022 layoffs reported through November, marking a 14% increase from the previous year. This surge is part of a larger national trend where layoffs have reached 1.17 million, the highest since the pandemic, particularly driven by restructuring in the tech sector as companies invest in artificial intelligence.

SAUSALITO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 20: An aerial view of the Golden Gate Bridge in front of the San Francisco skyline on October 20, 2025 in Sausalito, California. During a television interview with Fox News’ Maria Bartiromo, U.S. President Donald Trump said he is considering sending National Guard troops to San Francisco. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

SAUSALITO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 20: An aerial view of the Golden Gate Bridge in front of the San Francisco skyline on October 20, 2025 in Sausalito, California. During a television interview with Fox News’ Maria Bartiromo, U.S. President Donald Trump said he is considering sending National Guard troops to San Francisco. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

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Key Highlights

  • California announced 173,022 job cuts through November, a 14% increase from last year.
  • National layoffs reached 1.17 million in 2025, the highest since 2020.
  • Tech companies accounted for 154,000 of the layoffs due to AI investments.
  • Job cuts are at their highest level in five years across the U. S.
  • The trend reflects significant restructuring in the tech and entertainment industries.
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  1. California hammered as national job cuts jump to a five-year high

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