Microsoft offers up to 39 weeks pay and five years healthcare in 2026 buyout
Microsoft is offering eligible U.S. employees a voluntary buyout package in 2026 that provides up to 39 weeks of pay plus five years of healthcare coverage. The program targets long-serving workers, potentially affecting workforce size and incurring significant restructuring expenses.
1. Buyout Package Details
Microsoft detailed a voluntary retirement offer for U.S. employees in 2026, granting up to 39 weeks of salary and five years of post-employment healthcare for eligible long-service staff.
2. Financial and Operational Impact
The buyout could shrink headcount and reduce ongoing payroll, but will generate one-time restructuring charges that may weigh on next quarter’s results.