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Impact of Firm Size on Employee Layoffs
Table: Employee Layoffs by Firm Size
| Firm Size | Number of Employees Laid Off (Average) | Physical Capital (AFN million) | Services Sector (AFN million) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 5-19 employees: 3.4, AFN 2.5–5 million | Physical capital: 4.1; AFN 1–2 million | Services sector: 3.6 |
| Medium | 20-99 employees: 7.8 | Physical capital: 9.2; AFN 2–5 million | Services sector: 8.1 |
| Large | >100 employees: 23.4 | Physical capital: 27.3; AFN 10 million | Services sector: 24.6 |
Key Findings
- Small firms tend to lay off fewer employees (average of 5-19) compared to medium and large firms.
- Physical capital tends to be more affected in larger firms, with an average of AFN 10 million laid off in the case of large firms.
- Services sector is also more affected in large firms, with an average of AFN 5 million laid off.
Note: The numbers in parentheses are averages based on the text and may not be exact figures.