Desjardins Group, a Canadian lender, stated on Thursday that it would reduce almost 400 positions, largely at its retail branches in Quebec, following the country’s major banks in citing an uncertain economic situation.
Desjardins stated that the move comes amid a difficult economic environment and cost-cutting efforts.
According to the bank, the affected employees are primarily located in Montreal and Lévis at the bank’s retail locations.
Desjardins is the most recent Canadian bank to announce layoffs, joining Bank of Nova Scotia, Royal Bank of Canada, and Bank of Montreal.
In a high-interest-rate environment that has taxed customers and prompted lenders to set aside more money in case of loan defaults, Canadian banks are struggling to increase earnings.
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