Oracle has begun laying off thousands of employees as it shifts resources toward artificial intelligence investments, according to CNBC. The job cuts come amid investor concerns over rising debt and declining cash flow tied to the company’s aggressive AI expansion.
The report said Oracle’s stock has fallen 25 percent this year, reflecting market unease about competition from generative AI and the company’s heavy spending on data centers. Oracle has increasingly relied on borrowing, including plans announced in January to raise $50 billion.
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Despite pressure, executives maintain that demand for AI infrastructure remains strong. According to company statements, contracted future revenue has surged following major deals, including one with OpenAI.
Analysts told CNBC that deeper cuts could improve cash flow significantly. Oracle has not publicly commented on the layoffs.
The move highlights growing tension in the tech sector as firms balance workforce costs with massive AI investments under President Donald Trump’s economic environment.
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