Cloudflare (NET) stock drops 23% following layoffs and restructuring

On May 7, Cloudflare, Inc. (NET) announced a reorganization plan resulting in a 23% stock decline. The company plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 20%, affecting about 1,100 employees, and expects restructuring charges between $140 million and $150 million. Although Cloudflare reported a 34% year-over-year revenue increase, investors remain cautious due to the high costs and uncertain benefits of transitioning to an AI-first operating model. The full impact of these changes is anticipated to unfold by Q3 2026.