Dow plans to lay off 4,500 employees, citing AI and automation
- Posted on January 29, 2026
- By Houston Chronicle
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Dow plans to lay off 4,500 employees, citing AI and automation
The chemical giant Dow, which announced sweeping layoffs Thursday, is one of the largest employers in the region, with facilities in Houston, Freeport, Bayport, Deer Park, La Porte and Texas City.
