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Nike

Footwear and apparel corporation

Layoff History

Date
January 26, 2026
Impact
775 employees
Location
United States of America

Summary

In January 2026, Nike confirmed it will lay off 775 employees, primarily targeting its U.S. distribution operations in Tennessee and Mississippi. This marks the third consecutive year of workforce reductions as the company pivots toward automation and tries to reverse a multi-year sales slump.