Unity Software (NYSE:U) stock gained 3.6% in yesterday’s extended trading session after it disclosed plans to lay off about 1,800 employees, or 25% of its workforce. The move is in line with the company’s efforts to streamline operations and drive future profitability.
The company provides a software platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D content.
The latest cut would mark the fifth round of reductions undertaken by the company as it struggles to improve financial performance. In November 2023, Unity closed offices in nearly 14 locations and slashed 265 positions globally. Before this, the company laid off 600 workers in May 2023 and reduced its real estate footprint by 35%.
Is Unity a Buy, Sell, or Hold?
While the management remains committed to cutting costs and improving financials, Unity continues to benefit from the increasing use of artificial intelligence and augmented reality. Unity’s comprehensive suite of 2D, 3D, and virtual reality development tools helps developers design high-quality games.
On TipRanks, Unity stock has a Moderate Buy consensus rating based on eight Buys, eleven Holds, and two Sells. Meanwhile, the average stock price target of $32.57 implies 16.4% downside potential. Shares of the company have lost about 3% over the past six months but gained over 33% in the past year.
