Microsoft had 223,000 employees globally at the end of June, down from 228,000 at the end of 2025.
Microsoft Offers Exit Packages To 60,000 Staff As Company Pours Money Into AI
In short
Microsoft is providing exit packages to 60,000 of its staff as it diverts resources to AI initiatives, a strategic reallocation that reflects the company's focus on AI advancements. This move comes as the workforce shrinks, with 223,000 employees at the end of June, down from 228,000 at the end of 2025.
Key points
- Microsoft is reallocating resources to advance AI capabilities.: Microsoft is reallocating resources to advance AI capabilities.
- The workforce has decreased to 223,000 from 228,000 at the end of 2025.: The workforce has decreased to 223,000 from 228,000 at the end of 2025.
- The company is focusing on AI to support future growth and innovation.: The company is focusing on AI to support future growth and innovation.