Meta (NASDAQ:META) is about to shake things up with another round of performance-based layoffs, starting February 10, 2025. According to a leaked internal memo, employees across the globe will find out via email whether they’re affected. The memo details how workers will lose access to company systems right after getting the news and will receive their severance packages in the same email. Employees in Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands are exempt due to local laws, but the rest of the world is in for some tough days ahead.

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This move follows CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s push to tighten up performance standards, cutting low performers to make room for Meta’s future growth. While these cuts may disrupt daily operations, the company assures the remaining staff that support will be available during the transition. Affected employees will still get their February stock vesting, any bonus they’re eligible for, and the chance to reapply for roles once the dust settles.

For investors, this is all part of Meta’s ongoing shift to a leaner, more efficient operation. The company’s ability to rebound and maintain its position in the tech world while cutting costs will likely play a big role in its future stock performance. This isn’t just about trimming fatit’s about positioning itself for sustainable growth, and we’ll be watching to see if this shake-up leads to a stronger, more competitive Meta down the road.

This article first appeared on GuruFocus.