Dell, a computer manufacturing company, plans to reduce its workforce in China, marking another step by U.S. businesses in withdrawing from China, the world's second-largest economy.

Dell Announces Job Cuts Affecting Employees in China

In a recent development, Dell Technologies has announced job cuts that will primarily impact its EMC storage unit and Client Solutions Group in Shanghai municipality and Xiamen. This is the third round of lay-offs in recent months, and the exact number of employees affected by the latest job cuts remains unknown.

The affected employees have been asked not to be identified due to confidential rules. They are scheduled to have individual meetings this week, with the last day for the affected employees being October 10. Prior to their last day, employees can apply for any internal vacancies that may be available.

The job cuts are part of a broader trend of American businesses retreating from China's economy. Dell's decision follows a similar trend set by other tech giants such as IBM, Intel, and Qualcomm.

The company has been reducing headcounts across the globe as part of cost-cutting measures such as limiting external hiring and employee reorganizations. As of January 31, Dell Technologies employed roughly 108,000 people, a decrease from around 120,000 employees a year earlier.

However, the scale of the latest job cuts at Dell Technologies is currently unknown. No further details about the impact of these job cuts on specific departments or locations were provided. The notice was received by two people, and no publicly available information was found about the exact number of Dell employees affected by layoffs in China in September 2025.

In response to an inquiry emailed on Friday, Dell did not respond. The company's financial reports disclose this information, but a more detailed explanation remains elusive.

This news comes amidst a challenging economic environment, with many businesses grappling with the impact of the pandemic and geopolitical tensions. Dell Technologies' decision to target some of its employees in China for job cuts is a reflection of these broader trends.

As the situation unfolds, affected employees and the wider tech community will be closely watching Dell's actions and decisions. The company's ability to navigate these challenges and emerge stronger will be a key factor in its long-term success.