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Jan 2023
28m 2s

Amazon lays off 18,000 employees

Bbc World Service
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Amazon plans to cut more than 18,000 jobs, the largest number in the firm's history, as it battles to save costs. Analysts predict more painful spending cuts, saying the company hired too many staff during the past few years. In general, it's a challenging time for businesses in the US. We look at how local owners operate their businesses. And exactly one ... Show More
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