RetailIL

eBay Layoffs

February 2026

eBay announced a layoff affecting 800 employees (6% of its workforce) in February 2026. The company operates in the Retail sector.

People Affected

800

Percentage

Announced Date

Feb 26, 2026

About

eBay, a major e-commerce company, announced on Thursday that it is laying off approximately 800 employees, which represents about 6% of its global workforce of around 12,300. The job cuts are part of a broader restructuring effort to focus on strategic priorities, streamline operations, and reinvest in key areas like artificial intelligence. This move comes as eBay faces intense competition from rivals such as Amazon, Walmart, and newer platforms like TikTok Shop and Temu. The company has been actively investing in AI to enhance its platform and recently announced the acquisition of Depop, a resale app popular with younger consumers, to strengthen its position in the fashion market. These layoffs reflect eBay's ongoing efforts to adapt and compete in the rapidly evolving online retail industry.