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East Java Layoffs Reach 5,400 Workers, Triggered by Weakening Exports and Rising Production Costs

The wave of layoffs in East Java Province reached 5,400 workers as of September 1, 2026, due to weakening export demand, global geopolitical uncertainty, and rising production and raw material costs. Jombang Regency had the highest number of job losses, with 1,462 workers losing their livelihoods. This was followed by Madiun Regency with 506 workers, Sidoarjo Regency with 489 workers, Surabaya City with 485 workers, Gresik Regency with 211 worke…
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The wave of layoffs in East Java Province reached 5,400 workers as of September 1, 2026, due to weakening export demand, global geopolitical uncertainty, and rising production and raw material costs. Jombang Regency had the highest number of job losses, with 1,462 workers losing their livelihoods. This was followed by Madiun Regency with 506 workers, Sidoarjo Regency with 489 workers, Surabaya City with 485 workers, Gresik Regency with 211 worke…

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suarasurabaya.net broke the news on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
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