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Estee Lauder to Cut Up to 7,000 Jobs Amid Sales Slump and Tariff Concerns

The cosmetics firm Estee Lauder plans to reduce its workforce by up to 7,000 positions due to ongoing financial challenges and economic uncertainties.

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  1. Estée Lauder sinks nearly 20% on weak quarterly sales; plans to slash up to 7,000 jobs

    The restructuring plan signals the urgent need for Estée Lauder to regain its footing in a challenging market, where it has struggled to keep pace with competitors and evolving consumer preferences.

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  2. Estée Lauder to cut thousands of jobs, warning of tariff impact

    Estée Lauder's decision to implement extensive job cuts underscores the heightened anxiety businesses face due to the unpredictable impact of tariffs, revealing an urgent need for firms to adapt to a rapidly changing economic landscape.

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  3. Estee Lauder to cut up to 7,000 jobs

    Estee Lauder's decision to cut thousands of jobs reflects the harsh realities of the cosmetics industry as it grapples with declining sales and the need for a robust turnaround strategy.

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  4. Estee Lauder to cut up to 7,000 jobs as sales slide

    The drastic job cuts and lowered profit expectations reflect a troubling trend for Estee Lauder as it grapples with economic challenges and geopolitical tensions that threaten its market position.

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Feb 4th, 2025, 3:51 PM ET

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Estee Lauder announced plans to eliminate up to 7,000 jobs, over 10% of its workforce, as it faces declining sales and tariffs affecting its business. The company revealed a loss of $590 million in Q2 and trimmed its profit outlook considerably, attributing these challenges to weaker demand in Asia and competitive pressures. CEO Stéphane de La Faverie stated the restructuring, expected to incur charges between $1.2 billion and $1.6 billion, aims to create a leaner operating model. The share price has fallen significantly in response to these developments, signaling investor concerns about the company's future.


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