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STEM, INC. (STEM): restructuring charge — Stem cuts 27% of workforce; expects $6M-$6.5M severance costs, $30M annual savings
STEM, INC.
- Reduction in force of ~27% of global full-time employees, announced April 9, 2025.
- Estimated cash costs of $6.0M-$6.5M for severance and benefits, incurred mainly in Q2 2025.
- Partial-year 2025 savings estimated at ~$24M; full-year 2026 savings ~$30M.
- CEO cites large debt burden, limited operating cash, and lack of operational profitability.
- Actions expected to be substantially complete by end of Q2 2025.