eBay to lay off about 9 per cent of its workforce

Jobs to be cut, around

1,100 of 12,300 employees

The cuts will eliminate around 1,100 jobs, based on the 12,300 employees eBay had at the end of last year.

Two rounds in 2026

1. Feb

   About 6 per cent of the workforce, or 800 employees, let go

2. Oct 21

   About 9 per cent, or around 1,100 jobs, to go

It is the company’s second round this year. In February, eBay let go about 6 per cent of its workforce.

CEO Jamie Iannone told staff in a memo that the company wants to simplify operations and shift resources to its fastest-growing areas, such as authenticated luxury goods and collectibles.