eBay to Cut About 1,000 Jobs in Second Layoff Round of 2026
eBay is cutting about 1,000 jobs, roughly 9% of its workforce, its second round of layoffs in 2026 after 800 cuts in February. Staff will be told in coming days.
USAIn brief
- eBay plans to cut about 1,000 jobs, around 9% of its workforce, Reuters reported on 21 October 2026.
- It is the company's second round of layoffs this year, after about 800 cuts in February.
- CEO Jamie Iannone said in a memo that the company must focus resources on key growth areas.
- eBay had about 12,300 employees worldwide at the end of 2025, including about 7,200 in the US.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Organization | eBay |
| Official source | FOX Business – eBay to cut about 1,000 jobs, citing Reuters ✓ fox5ny.com |
Online marketplace eBay is cutting about 1,000 jobs, around 9% of its workforce, in its second round of layoffs in 2026. Reuters first reported the move on 21 October 2026, based on an internal memo from chief executive Jamie Iannone, and an eBay spokesperson confirmed it.
Affected employees are due to be told in the coming days.
Key facts
| Detail | Figure |
|---|---|
| Jobs to be cut | About 1,000 |
| Share of workforce | About 9% |
| Earlier 2026 cuts | About 800 (around 6%) in February |
| Staff at end of 2025 | About 12,300 worldwide |
| Of whom in the US | About 7,200 |
| Headquarters | San Jose, California |
Why eBay is cutting jobs
In his memo, Iannone said the company's strategy is working but that eBay must choose carefully where to put its money and people. The company said the aim is to simplify how it operates and focus on its main growth areas.
Those areas include luxury goods, collectibles and refurbished items. In July, eBay also completed its roughly $1.4 billion purchase of the resale app Depop from Etsy.
The memo did not say which departments, countries or offices will be hit, and there are no public details yet on severance pay. eBay is due to report its third-quarter results next week, which may give more detail on the cost of the restructuring.
Together with February's round, the two cuts add up to roughly 1,800 roles removed in 2026, a large share of a company that employed just over 12,000 people at the start of the year.
Part of a wider wave of US layoffs
eBay joins a long list of large employers trimming staff in 2026 even while their businesses are growing. Many tech firms are shifting budgets towards AI and away from older teams. In finance, Barclays has announced 5,000 job cuts linked to AI efficiency.
Not all the news is negative: on the operations side, Amazon plans to hire 300,000 holiday workers across the US.
What it means for job seekers
- If you work at eBay, watch for your notification, read your severance terms carefully and ask about benefits continuation.
- Laid-off tech workers should update LinkedIn quickly; many recruiters track layoff lists for experienced e-commerce talent.
- E-commerce skills are still in demand at retailers, marketplaces and payment firms, especially in trust and safety, data and product roles.
- Check unemployment benefits in your state as soon as your last day is confirmed, so there is no gap in income.
Frequently asked questions
How many jobs is eBay cutting?
About 1,000, roughly 9% of its staff, according to an internal memo reported by Reuters and confirmed by an eBay spokesperson.
Has eBay had layoffs before in 2026?
Yes. eBay cut about 800 roles, around 6% of its workforce, in February 2026.
Which eBay teams are affected?
eBay has not said which teams or locations are affected. Staff will be notified in the coming days.
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