Biopharmas laid off staffers at least 63 times in Q1: Fierce Biotech analysis

At least 63 biopharma layoff rounds were conducted in the first quarter of this year, with cell and gene biotechs accounting for nearly a third of those rounds. The cuts were accompanied by eight biotech closures as the sector faces deep uncertainty tied to recent geopolitical changes.

Apr 1, 2025 - 15:36
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Biopharmas laid off staffers at least 63 times in Q1: Fierce Biotech analysis
At least 63 biopharma layoff rounds were conducted in the first quarter of this year, with cell and gene biotechs accounting for nearly a third of those rounds. The cuts were accompanied by eight biotech closures as the sector faces deep uncertainty tied to recent geopolitical changes.