Microsoft is gearing up for another phase of layoffs primarily targeting employees with weak performance. A report by CNBC reveals that the global tech giant is focusing on retaining high-performing talent while taking appropriate action against underperforming employees. Although the company has hinted at potential job cuts multiple times the exact number of employees affected has not been disclosed. Microsoft Layoffs  According to a media report Microsoft spokesperson confirmed the layoffs stating “At Microsoft we focus on high-performance talent. We are always working to help people learn and grow. When people are not performing we take the appropriate action.” The report suggests that approximately 1% of Microsoft’s global workforce is being affected in this round of job cuts. With Microsoft employing around 2.28 lakh employees globally (as of June 2024) this means approximately 2300 employees may lose their jobs. This latest round of layoffs is part of a broader trend. Starting in 2023 Microsoft initiated a series of job cuts beginning with the termination of 10000 employees. While the frequency of layoffs has slowed since the initial wave. Tough Time For Tech Industry The layoffs at Microsoft mirror a broader struggle within the global tech industry. Throughout 2024 tech companies worldwide slashed jobs with lakhs of employees being affected. Industry giants like Google and Microsoft had issued warnings about reducing their workforce in response to market conditions and changing business priorities. As 2025 begins no official guidelines or strategies for job reductions have been announced. However with Microsoft’s latest layoffs it appears the company is continuing to streamline its workforce to adapt to its evolving business goals. Employees and observers anticipate further actions as the year progresses. Microsofts focus remains on nurturing and retaining top talent even as it navigates challenging times. For employees this reinforces the importance of aligning with the company’s performance expectations as underperformance is being met with decisive action.