Microsoft offers voluntary exit to one-quarter of employees
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Microsoft
US, UK, Canada, India
October 26, 2026
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Microsoft announced a voluntary exit offer for approximately 60,000 employees in the US, UK, Canada, and India. The offer includes financial support and career planning resources, similar to a standard severance package. The company stated this is not a layoff but a response to workforce needs and previous feedback.
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