In a year marked by unprecedented challenges and economic uncertainty, major banks in the United States have made difficult decisions to streamline their operations. The result? A staggering tally of over 17,000 employees laid off by these banking behemoths.
The banking industry has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with widespread disruptions to the global economy and plunging interest rates. As a result, banks have had to reevaluate their business strategies, ultimately leading to significant workforce reductions.