Analyze the sentiment of this statement extracted from a financial news article. Provide your answer as either negative, positive, or neutral.
Text: In addition , a further 29 employees can be laid off until further notice and the whole workforce can be laid off for short periods if needed .
Answer:
Analyze the sentiment of this statement extracted from a financial news article. Provide your answer as either negative, positive, or neutral.
Text: In addition , a further 29 employees can be laid off until further notice and the whole workforce can be laid off for short periods if needed .
Answer:+negative