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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Technology
Dan Milmo Global technology editor

Dell to cut 5% of global workforce as ‘uncertain future’ looms

Dell logo on smartphone on top of laptop keyboard
Dell is one of a number of technology companies that have implemented cost-cutting plans recently. Photograph: Nikolas Kokovlis/NurPhoto/Rex/Shutterstock

Dell is to cut 6,650 jobs, or 5% of its global workforce, as the PC maker becomes the latest US tech firm to reduce costs amid economic uncertainty.

Dell told employees that market conditions were deteriorating and that initial attempts to save money, such as a hiring freeze and travel curbs, were not enough.

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