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PayPal Plans Job Cuts as New CEO Pushes Turnaround Strategy

San Jose, 5 May 2026 – PayPal Holdings is preparing further cost reductions, including possible job cuts, as new Chief Executive Officer Enrique Lores moves to reshape the payments company and restore confidence in its long-term growth strategy.

The planned cuts form part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at simplifying PayPal’s operations, sharpening accountability and improving profitability after a period of slower growth and intensified competition in digital payments. The company is targeting at least US$1.5 billion in gross run-rate cost savings over the next two to three years, with part of the savings expected to be reinvested into artificial intelligence, product development and financial services expansion.

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  • Tim Clark is a Senior Geopolitical Analyst for The Ledger Asia, specializing in the intersection of international relations and market stability. With over a decade of experience, Tim provides deep-dive insights into Indo-Pacific security, global supply chain resilience, and the strategic competition between major powers.

    Previously a consultant for leading international think tanks, he focuses on how shifting diplomatic landscapes and maritime disputes impact corporate governance and trade policy. At The Ledger Asia, Tim’s analysis equips readers with the clarity needed to navigate the complex regulatory and economic environments of Southeast Asia and beyond.

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