Workday Shares Surge 5.6% Amid Restructuring Despite $135M Charge and 400 Job Cuts
Workday (WDAY) stock defied expectations with a 5.6% rally despite announcing significant workforce reductions and restructuring charges. The HR software provider confirmed plans to eliminate approximately 400 positions, representing 2% of its global workforce, primarily targeting non-revenue generating roles in its Global Customer Operations unit.
The company will absorb $135 million in fiscal Q4 charges covering severance, stock compensation, and real estate impacts. Investors rewarded the strategic reset, pushing shares to $170.15 at close. Workday anticipates completing the reorganization by fiscal Q1 2027, positioning the firm for operational efficiency while maintaining growth-focused investments.