Labor & HR

April announced cuts hit 83,387; AI responsible for 26% share

Challenger data: April layoff announcements 83,387 (vs. 60,620 prior month, +38%). AI directly cited in 21,490 reductions. YTD AI layoffs track 49,135.

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