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Hays plc Reports Strategic Progress Amid Challenging Market Conditions

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  • Hays plc faced a tough year with decreased net fees and profits due to market uncertainties.
  • Despite challenges, Hays made strategic progress and plans more cost savings by FY29.
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Hays plc Reports Strategic Progress Amid Challenging Market Conditions

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Hays plc ( (GB:HAS) ) just unveiled an announcement.

Hays plc reported a challenging financial year ending June 2025, with a significant decrease in net fees and profits due to economic and political uncertainties impacting client and candidate confidence. Despite these challenges, the company made strategic progress by improving resource allocation and consultant productivity, achieving structural cost savings, and maintaining strong cash flow. Hays aims to continue focusing on cost efficiencies and is well-positioned for growth when market conditions improve, with plans for further cost savings by FY29.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £70.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:HAS Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:HAS is a Neutral.

Hays plc is currently facing significant financial challenges with declining revenue and profitability, which is reflected in a low valuation score. The technical indicators suggest a bearish trend with negative momentum. While the company shows some strategic efforts to improve, such as appointing BNP Paribas as a Joint Corporate Broker, these are not enough to offset the impact of current market conditions and financial performance issues.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:HAS stock, click here.

More about Hays plc

Hays plc is a global recruitment company with approximately 9,500 employees across 207 offices in 31 countries. The company operates in various industries, focusing on recruitment in 21 professional and skilled specialisms. Its largest sectors include Technology, Accountancy & Finance, Engineering, and Construction & Property, which collectively account for 62% of the Group’s net fees. Hays has a diversified business model, with 62% of its net fees generated from Temp & Contracting and 38% from Permanent placements, and has been expanding its international presence, with 80% of its net fees coming from international business in FY25.

Average Trading Volume: 3,460,966

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £1B

For detailed information about HAS stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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