WorldCom to Cut 6% to 7% of Workforce: Report

WorldCom

(WCOM)

will cut up to 6,000 jobs, or roughly 6% to 7% of its workforce, in a move to lower costs, according to published reports this afternoon.

The cuts will affect all areas of the company. A WorldCom representative couldn't be reached for comment.

WorldCom, which is based in Clinton, Miss., provides communications and network services.