Robinhood (HOOD) lays off 290 employees, 10% of workforce

Robinhood (HOOD) will reduce its workforce by approximately 290 employees, constituting about 10% of its total staff. The company anticipates incurring $20 million in severance and restructuring charges, including $8 million for share-based compensation. This move aims to enhance productivity and maintain a high-performance culture. Despite the layoffs, Robinhood stock rose over 2% on the announcement. The firm's stock has experienced a 13% decline since January, attributed to a missed revenue estimate and reduced crypto trading activity.