Groupon cuts up to 400 jobs, raises FY2026 EBITDA guidance, COO resigns

Groupon, Inc.

Board approved restructuring to cut up to 400 positions globally, primarily by end of Q3 2026.
Pre-tax charges estimated at $7M-$13M; annualized cost savings of $20M-$25M.
FY2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance raised from $70M-$75M to $75M-$80M.
COO Jiri Ponrt resigns effective July 10, 2026; departure voluntary, no severance.
Company plans to reinvest up to 50% of 2026 gross savings in marketing, AI, talent.

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Departed

Jiri Ponrt

Chief Operating Officer

GRPN · Groupon, Inc.

Effective: 2026-07-10
Filed: May 26, 2026 12:00 UTC

On May 21, 2026, Jiri Ponrt, Chief Operating Officer of the Company, notified the Company of his decision to resign from his employment with the Company, effective July 10, 2026.

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Jiri Ponrt resigned as Chief Operating Officer at Groupon, Inc..

On May 21, 2026, Jiri Ponrt, Chief Operating Officer of the Company, notified the Company of his decision to resign from his employment with the Company, effective July 10, 2026.

SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 0.95 SEC evidence

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