Amazon laid off 30,000 workers while CEO Andy Jassy got a 30% pay bump

Amazon said it has eliminated at least 30,400 jobs since Jan. 1, 2025.

At the same time, CEO Andy Jassy’s total compensation rose to about $2.1 million from nearly $1.6 million in 2024.

The contrast highlights Amazon’s aggressive cost-cutting and restructuring strategy.

The company’s moves also point to a broader push for AI-driven efficiency and organizational change.