Economy
Challenger Gray Layoffs Dominated By Ten Firms (VZ)(WMT)(M)(XRX)(LMT)
Published:
Last Updated:
Challenger, Gray & Christmas announced that layoffs disclosed by major US firms last month hit 71,482 in January up from 49,094 in December.
Downsizing at ten companies made up a third of the total:
Verizon (VZ): 13,000 Wal-Mart (WMT): 11,000. New United Motor: 3,698
Xerox (XRX): 2,500 Smurfit Stone: 2,185 Georgia State Prison System: 1,550 Macy’s (M) 1,500
Sam’s Club: 1,500 Birmingham, Al: 1,380 Lockheed Martin (LMT): 1,200
Douglas A. McIntyre
The thought of burdening your family with a financial disaster is most Americans’ nightmare. However, recent studies show that over 100 million Americans still don’t have proper life insurance in the event they pass away.
Life insurance can bring peace of mind – ensuring your loved ones are safeguarded against unforeseen expenses and debts. With premiums often lower than expected and a variety of plans tailored to different life stages and health conditions, securing a policy is more accessible than ever.
A quick, no-obligation quote can provide valuable insight into what’s available and what might best suit your family’s needs. Life insurance is a simple step you can take today to help secure peace of mind for your loved ones tomorrow.
Click here to learn how to get a quote in just a few minutes.
Thank you for reading! Have some feedback for us?
Contact the 24/7 Wall St. editorial team.