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Nestlé Announces 16,000 Job Cuts in Major Restructuring Effort

Global food giant Nestlé will cut approximately 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years as part of an expanded cost-reduction program. The company’s new CEO announced the restructuring amid slowing growth and pressure from investors. Nestlé shares reportedly surged following the announcement.

Major Workforce Reduction at Global Food Giant

Nestlé, the Swiss-based multinational food and drink processing corporation, will eliminate approximately 16,000 positions globally over the next two years, according to reports from company leadership. The job cuts represent one of the largest restructuring efforts in the company’s recent history and come just six weeks after the dismissal of its previous chief executive.