Analysts say the world’s largest retailer is growing its footprint in services as it seeks new sources of revenue.

Layoffs are often one of the first ways companies cut costs. But they don’t take them lightly because there’s a lot at stake, not least employee goodwill and public image.

Salesforce said this week it’s reducing office space and laying off about 10% of its workforce, after years of increasing employee headcount. Some analysts say this could be a sign of the company maturing.

It’s Salesforce’s largest acquisition yet.

Bellwether market index also adds Honeywell and Amgen and expels Exxon and others. Move reflects tech’s expanding role in the economy.

Megan Graham wrote about Salesforce’s attempt to clarify its work for CNBC.

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff thinks so.

With new billionaire owners in the wings, the iconic publication will have breathing room to focus on its future.