Brazil has seen 12K job cuts across 88 tracked rounds since January 2020 — roughly 1.2% of all layoffs in our global dataset. The last 12 months alone saw 400 layoffs.
Our dataset tracks 11,823 job cuts across 88 layoff rounds in Brazil since January 2020. This includes government filings, corporate disclosures, and verified news reports.
Which industries are cutting most in Brazil?+
Fintech leads in Brazil layoffs. Scroll up to the industries breakdown for a full picture of which sectors are cutting deepest.
Where does Brazil layoff data come from?+
Our BR data is sourced from mandatory government filings (WARN Act notices for employers over 100 workers), corporate disclosures (SEC 8-K filings, annual reports), and verified news reporting from 40+ trusted outlets. See our methodology for full verification standards.
Are Brazil layoffs rising or falling?+
The last 12 months show 400 layoffs in our dataset. The stat cards above compare the current 12-month period to the prior year — check the trend indicators for direction.
Can I use Brazil layoff data in my article or research?+
Yes. Stats and visualizations on this site can be cited with attribution to the SIVL. For raw data access or embeddable charts, see our embed page or methodology.
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