Layoffs in Connecticut
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for Connecticut — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
30
WARN Notices
3,560
Employees Affected
26
Companies
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
Recent Activity — Last 90 Days
8 new WARN notices filed affecting 2,059 employees in Connecticut. 63% of all notices are plant closures.
Connecticut Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
3.8%
as of 9/2025
Connecticut Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
1,718 employed
Total Private
1,480 employed
Education and Health Services
371 employed
Professional and Business Services
224 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
157 employed
Manufacturing
153 employed
Financial Activities
118 employed
Information
30 employed
Largest Layoffs in Connecticut
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macys Cheshire Fulfillment Center | 993 | Jan 12, 2026 | Closure |
| Cvs Heath - Aetna | 313 | Feb 3, 2026 | Layoff |
| Stanley Black And Decker | 300 | Mar 3, 2026 | Closure |
| Edgewell Personal Care/schick | 293 | Nov 12, 2025 | Closure |
| Hdr Trumbull, LLC Dba St. Josephs Center | 179 | Jun 9, 2025 | Closure |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in Connecticut
How many layoffs have been reported in Connecticut?
Connecticut has had 30 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 3,560 employees across 26 companies. In the last 90 days, 8 new notices were filed affecting 2,059 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in Connecticut?
The unemployment rate in Connecticut is 3.8%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in Connecticut?
The largest layoffs in Connecticut include Macys Cheshire Fulfillment Center (993 employees), Cvs Heath - Aetna (313 employees), Stanley Black And Decker (300 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the Connecticut labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in Connecticut?
The most affected industries in Connecticut are Healthcare (9 notices), Manufacturing (8 notices), Retail (4 notices).
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