Thread regarding CVS layoffs

Key Discussion Points on Cost-Saving Measures: 401K Matching Suspended and Stock Dividend Reduced

Last week the Top-Level Leadership decided to halt 401K Matching for the next two years (Until the end of 2026) as a cost-saving measure.

Discussion Points Covered:
• Cut Stock dividend to $0.665 from last year $2.26 per Share
• Cost Savings: Immediate reduction in expenses, helping the company navigate financial challenges.
• Resource Allocation: Freeing up funds to invest in other critical areas.
• Short-term Stability: Helps in maintaining cash flow and operational stability.
• Risk Management: Mitigates financial risks during uncertain economic times.
• Strategic Flexibility: Allows for more financial maneuverability in decision-making.

Has anyone else caught wind of this?

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Post ID: @OP+1v6SwjaV

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If that were true, they should notify those that have the 401k. Not keep us wondering…

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Post ID: @ujq+1v6SwjaV

They don't need to match 401ks for outsourced jobs.
Read between the lines.
Also if you are near retirement hoping for that package...resign..not gonna happen

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Post ID: @mrq+1v6SwjaV

Company is in survival mode, not growth. A drowning man will pull others down with him.

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Post ID: @auk+1v6SwjaV

I worked for a healthcare system that dropped 401k matching and they hemorrhaged staff. Could not keep anyone of value…

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Post ID: @lcg+1v6SwjaV

No way that’s gonna happen

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Post ID: @qqw+1v6SwjaV

Source?

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Post ID: @ety+1v6SwjaV

Cutting dividend will result in further decline in stock.

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Post ID: @rwc+1v6SwjaV

Why not? They already fleece the colleagues by charging excessive fees for “administrative expenses “ involved.

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Post ID: @aeo+1v6SwjaV

Stop using McKinsey for every other stupid consulting engagement. We’ll save millions. Haven’t seen a single good thing come out of this Big 3 consultants.

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Post ID: @nyj+1v6SwjaV

If they actually eliminate the 401k match I don’t think there would be any more layoffs, no need to since there would be a mass exodus.

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