Pinterest to Cut Under 15% of Workforce, Shift Spending to AI
Pinterest will lay off less than 15% of employees and record $35M–$45M in pretax charges as it reallocates resources to AI roles and products.
Overview
Pinterest said in a securities filing that it will lay off less than 15% of its workforce and reduce office space, and expects to complete restructuring by Sept. 30, 2026, incurring $35 million to $45 million in pretax charges.
The move is part of a planned shift to an "AI-forward strategy," with Pinterest reallocating resources to AI-proficient roles, AI-powered products and changes to its sales and go-to-market approach, the filing said.
A Pinterest spokesperson said in a company statement that leaders made the "difficult decision to say goodbye to some of our team members" while prioritizing hiring for AI-focused teams and capabilities.
Pinterest had about 4,666 full-time employees at the end of 2024, which means roughly 700 workers could be affected, according to FactSet and company confirmations, while shares fell more than 9% midday trading.
The restructuring follows recent AI product rollouts including Pinterest Assistant and AI-powered boards, and the company said it will finish the layoffs and office reductions by Sept. 30, 2026, as the industry increasingly reallocates headcount toward AI roles.
Analysis
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