Nike, Meta and GitLab Warn Employees of Future Layoffs Before Naming Targets

Nike announced a restructuring that will reduce its workforce, stating that decisions on specific roles will be made starting in 2027 and beyond, while acknowledging the uncertainty such news creates. The announcement coincided with a modest decline in first-quarter profits and a projected high-single-digit revenue drop for the fiscal year. Earlier in the year Meta revealed a plan to cut 10% of its staff, and GitLab signaled future layoffs, both before identifying the individuals involved.

Observers note that early layoff notices can allow employees to begin job searches while still employed, yet they also generate widespread anxiety and may prompt voluntary resignations that help companies avoid severance costs. Employment experts warn that vague warnings risk losing high-performing talent, while career coaches advise workers to use the period for networking and internal transfers.