UPS says it will shed 30,000 jobs in major cost-cutting drive

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by John PowerJanuary 28, 2026 at 05:24 AM

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UPS announced plans on January 28, 2026, to eliminate up to 30,000 jobs as part of a cost-cutting initiative targeting $3 billion in savings by 2026. The job reductions, primarily through attrition and voluntary buyouts, aim to reduce the company's reliance on Amazon deliveries and focus on more profitable shipments. The company will also close 24 buildings in the first half of the year and evaluate further closures. This follows $3.5 billion in savings achieved in 2025 through similar measures, including reduced labor hours and building closures. The Teamsters union criticized the planned job cuts, emphasizing the value and contributions of its members.

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