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Sprout Social to cut ~20% of workforce (260 employees); Q2 results at high end of guidance
Sprout Social, Inc.
- Workforce reduction of ~20% (~260 employees) approved July 8, 2026; notifications began July 15.
- Estimated pre-tax restructuring charges of $18M-$20M, primarily cash severance, recognized in Q3 2026.
- Severance includes 12 weeks salary + 1 week per year tenure, 6 months healthcare, 90-day equity value cash payment.
- Preliminary Q2 2026 results expected at high end of prior guidance for revenue, non-GAAP operating income, and non-GAAP EPS.
- Company cites need to streamline and invest in AI-powered social intelligence.