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Exclusive: Qualcomm begins job cuts; India and California among regions impacted

Nov 10, 2026, 1:57 PM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The announced layoffs are a direct operational cost-management move amid weaker handset demand; they likely aim to reduce headcount-related expenses and preserve cash flow, though the scale and timing remain unclear.

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Qualcomm has started planned workforce reductions, with India and California among regions impacted and internal memos describing the cuts as "performance-focused."

  • Qualcomm has begun rolling out planned job cuts across its global operations, affecting employees in India and California.
  • CEO Cristiano Amon told employees in a memo the company would make "performance-focused" workforce reductions and said the cuts are not related to its AI strategy.
  • Reports in India suggested as many as 1,000 workers could be affected, though sources expect the actual number to be significantly lower; Qualcomm is expected to file layoff notices in California under the WARN Act.

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