eBay has recently reduced its workforce by 800 positions, shortly after investing $1.2 billion in Depop

eBay is reducing its workforce once more as the company redefines its business strategy in preparation for 2026.

As reported by Bloomberg, the e-commerce giant has confirmed plans to cut approximately 800 positions, which accounts for around 6 percent of its full-time workforce. The decision arises as the company based in San Jose refines its internal structure and reallocates its spending priorities.

“We are implementing measures to reinvest throughout our organization and align our structure with our strategic priorities, which will impact certain positions within our workforce,” the company stated. “We appreciate the efforts of the employees affected and are dedicated to providing them with support and dignity.”

The layoffs come shortly after eBay revealed its intention to acquire Depop, the resale fashion platform favored by Gen Z and millennial consumers, from Etsy in a $1.2 billion all-cash transaction. The acquisition indicates eBay’s ongoing commitment to recommerce and appealing to younger consumer demographics, despite a reduction in workforce in other areas.

Simultaneously, eBay has reported fourth-quarter earnings that exceeded expectations. Revenue increased by 15 percent year over year to $3 billion, exceeding analyst expectations and demonstrating renewed momentum in certain areas of its marketplace business.

This is not the first instance of job cuts recently. In early 2024, the company cut its workforce by approximately 1,000 employees, which is about 9 percent. In the previous year, the company cut approximately 500 positions, which accounted for nearly 4 percent of the workforce.

eBay is proceeding with a wider reset, affecting an additional 800 positions, as it seeks to balance growth investments with cost management.