Meta headcount climbs 1 percent to 77986 even as costs are cut

Published on 30 April 2026

Zuckerberg shifts money to infrastructure and top talent

Meta says its headcount rose to 77,986 as of March 31, 2026, up 1% year on year, even while it continues workforce recalibration and cost-cutting. CEO Mark Zuckerberg points to a push for stronger infrastructure and a reward system for high-impact contributors—aimed at accelerating innovation and scaling advanced models.

Meta reported 77,986 employees as of March 31, 2026
Headcount increased 1% year on year amid cost-cutting
Zuckerberg emphasized infrastructure upgrades and rewarding top contributors
The goal is faster innovation and scaling advanced models

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Meta headcount climbs 1 percent to 77986 even as costs are cut

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