IBM layoffs today (Nov. 5, 2025): Big Blue to cut ‘thousands’ of roles as focus shifts to software and AI
IBM said it will reduce a “low single‑digit percentage” of its ~270,000 global workforce in 4Q 2025. Here’s everything confirmed today, what remains uncertain, and how it may affect employees, customers, and investors. Key takeaways (as of Nov. 5, 2025) What’s new today, Nov. 5 How many jobs, and where? Why now? The strategy behind the cuts Timeline of reporting What this means if you’re an IBM employee or customer The open questions Short quote for context “In the fourth quarter we are executing an action that will impact a low single‑digit percentage of our global workforce.” — IBM spokesperson.