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Major Journalism Job Cuts in 2025 Signal Industry Shift

Source: 2025 journalism job cuts tracked: 150 journalists laid off at NBC News (2025-11-20)

In 2025, the journalism industry continues to face significant upheaval, with over 150 layoffs at NBC News alone, amid a broader trend of widespread redundancies across UK and US media outlets. This year’s job cuts reflect ongoing macroeconomic challenges, declining advertising revenues, and shifting digital consumption patterns. Notably, major publishers like People Inc (formerly Dotdash Meredith), Business Insider, Reach, ITV, Press Association, and MSNBC have announced substantial layoffs, contributing to a cumulative loss of approximately 4,000 jobs in 2024 and over 8,000 in 2023. These layoffs are driven by declining Google referral traffic, increased competition from AI-driven content, and changing consumer preferences for digital news consumption. Despite these challenges, the industry is also witnessing strategic transformations, including investments in AI-powered journalism tools, diversification into multimedia formats, and a focus on niche and local news to retain audience engagement. The layoffs underscore the urgent need for media organizations to innovate and adapt in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, emphasizing quality journalism amid economic pressures. As of November 2025, the trend shows no signs of abating, prompting industry leaders to explore sustainable models that balance profitability with journalistic integrity.

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