Layoffs in Kentucky
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for Kentucky — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
7
WARN Notices
365
Employees Affected
5
Companies
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
Recent Activity — Last 90 Days
7 new WARN notices filed affecting 365 employees in Kentucky. 71% of all notices are plant closures.
Kentucky Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
4.7%
as of 9/2025
Kentucky Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
2,071 employed
Total Private
1,748 employed
Education and Health Services
321 employed
Manufacturing
256 employed
Professional and Business Services
227 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
209 employed
Financial Activities
96 employed
Information
20 employed
Largest Layoffs in Kentucky
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hgs Cx Technologies Inc. | 92 | Feb 4, 2026 | Layoff |
| Battelle Memorial Institute E3 | 84 | Jan 5, 2026 | Closure |
| T-mobile Usa, Inc. | 74 | Jan 31, 2026 | Layoff |
| Parsons Corporation | 42 | Jan 12, 2026 | Closure |
| Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass | 33 | Jan 19, 2026 | Closure |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in Kentucky
How many layoffs have been reported in Kentucky?
Kentucky has had 7 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 365 employees across 5 companies. In the last 90 days, 7 new notices were filed affecting 365 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in Kentucky?
The unemployment rate in Kentucky is 4.7%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in Kentucky?
The largest layoffs in Kentucky include Hgs Cx Technologies Inc. (92 employees), Battelle Memorial Institute E3 (84 employees), T-mobile Usa, Inc. (74 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the Kentucky labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in Kentucky?
The most affected industries in Kentucky are Aerospace & Defense (4 notices), Construction (1 notices), Professional Services (1 notices).
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