Headcount Grew Despite AI Use by 35,000 Employees

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More than 35,000 Applied Materials employees worldwide use AI. Meanwhile, its full-time headcount in the third quarter of fiscal 2026 increased 7.8% year on year.

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Headcount Grew Despite AI Use by 35,000 Employees

Applied Materials has expanded its use of artificial intelligence across the company. More than 35,000 people now use artificial intelligence (AI). Its use spans scientific discovery, research and development, factories, supply chains, service and administrative functions.…

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