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Ericsson Proposes Up to 1,600 Job Cuts in Sweden, Opens Union Talks

Management says the proposal would bolster competitiveness by sustaining investment in programmable network technology.

Overview

  • Ericsson filed a formal notice with the Swedish Public Employment Service covering potential redundancies.
  • Negotiations with relevant Swedish trade unions have begun, and the company has not detailed timelines or final decisions.
  • The plan is part of broader global efforts to improve the cost base while protecting core R&D and network initiatives.
  • Ericsson reported about 89,898 employees at the end of Q3 2025, down from nearly 96,000 a year earlier.
  • Ericsson shares rose in early trading after the announcement, according to Benzinga.