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Aanchal Sugandh

As Autodesk Slashes Jobs, Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold ADSK Stock?

Design software maker Autodesk (ADSK) is back again in the spotlight as it has rolled out a restructuring plan that will eliminate approximately 1,000 roles, or about 7% of its workforce, as management reallocates spending toward cloud platforms and artificial intelligence (AI). 

The reductions will largely affect customer-facing sales teams, aligning with Autodesk’s evolving operating model. Investors responded favorably to this news, pushing shares up 4.8% on Thursday, Jan. 22. The reaction came after a stagnant performance last year and a difficult start to 2026, with the stock down 9.5% year-to-date (YTD).

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