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Hays plc
(LSE:HAS)
Hays plc (HAS) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Hays plc Business Overview & Revenue Model
Hays plc Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | TTM | Jun 2024 | Jun 2023 | Jun 2022 | Jun 2021 | Jun 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 6.78B | 6.95B | 7.58B | 6.59B | 5.65B | 5.93B |
| Gross Profit | 205.30M | 292.60M | 426.80M | 421.40M | 292.30M | 346.30M |
| EBITDA | 52.00M | 87.10M | 218.90M | 232.90M | 116.70M | 150.30M |
| Net Income | -14.20M | -4.90M | 138.30M | 154.20M | 61.50M | 47.50M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 1.72B | 1.78B | 1.90B | 2.08B | 1.87B | 1.94B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 154.00M | 121.80M | 145.60M | 296.20M | 410.60M | 484.50M |
| Total Debt | 291.00M | 244.30M | 199.80M | 185.10M | 201.10M | 228.70M |
| Total Liabilities | 1.23B | 1.22B | 1.23B | 1.28B | 1.00B | 1.09B |
| Stockholders Equity | 483.10M | 557.60M | 670.30M | 796.20M | 871.80M | 853.40M |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 80.40M | 72.40M | 134.90M | 146.80M | -13.70M | 327.00M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 93.10M | 95.80M | 164.00M | 171.20M | 5.10M | 352.80M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -18.40M | -20.20M | -30.10M | -24.40M | -18.80M | -25.80M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -64.10M | -98.80M | -280.70M | -269.40M | -56.40M | 28.30M |
Hays plc Technical Analysis
Hays plc Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72 Outperform | £306.87M | 6.51 | 21.08% | 5.53% | -10.24% | -11.60% | |
69 Neutral | £56.06M | ― | 8.52% | ― | 5.83% | 19.29% | |
65 Neutral | $10.77B | 15.80 | 5.51% | 1.90% | 3.03% | -26.66% | |
64 Neutral | £843.25M | 29.47 | 10.00% | 6.37% | -13.50% | -62.86% | |
60 Neutral | £1.09B | ― | -2.60% | 0.03% | -6.95% | -117.14% | |
60 Neutral | £24.43M | 40.79 | 3.66% | 2.58% | 4.14% | -45.24% | |
56 Neutral | £120.85M | 29.69 | -3.96% | 14.20% | -16.16% | -145.46% |
Hays plc Corporate Events
Hays plc has announced its issued share capital as of June 30, 2025, comprising 1,600,433,092 Ordinary shares, with 8,507,593 held in treasury, resulting in total voting rights of 1,591,925,499. This figure is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, impacting how they manage their interests in the company.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £1.04 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc has been notified of a change in major holdings by BlackRock, Inc., which has increased its voting rights in the company to 5.16%. This change in holdings indicates a strengthened position for BlackRock in Hays plc, potentially influencing future company decisions and impacting stakeholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £1.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc has announced a transaction involving the on-market purchase of ordinary shares by Michael Findlay, the Non-Executive Chair. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects a strategic move within the company’s leadership, potentially impacting stakeholder perceptions and the company’s market positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £1.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc has announced a change in its shareholder structure, with BlackRock, Inc. adjusting its voting rights to below 5% as of June 17, 2025. This adjustment in holdings may influence Hays plc’s shareholder dynamics and potentially impact its governance and strategic decisions, although the exact implications for stakeholders remain unspecified.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £1.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc anticipates a pre-exceptional operating profit of approximately £45 million for FY25, largely due to challenging conditions in the permanent recruitment markets. The company reports a 9% year-on-year decline in group net fees for Q4, with significant drops in permanent and temporary recruitment. Regional performance varies, with Germany and the UK experiencing notable declines, while North America shows some growth. Despite these challenges, Hays remains committed to its strategic initiatives aimed at improving net fee productivity and back-office efficiency, which are expected to drive profit recovery when market conditions improve.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £1.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc announced a transaction involving Deborah Dorman, a member of its Executive Leadership Team, who acquired 65,703 ordinary shares following the vesting of an award under the Restricted Share Plan. Subsequently, 30,958 of these shares were sold on the London Stock Exchange. This transaction reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to aligning executive incentives with shareholder interests, potentially impacting market perceptions and stakeholder confidence.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £1.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc announced that as of May 31, 2025, its issued share capital consisted of 1,600,433,092 ordinary shares, with 8,532,490 held in treasury, resulting in 1,591,900,602 total voting rights. This figure is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification obligations under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, impacting how they manage their shareholdings in the company.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £1.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc has announced that BlackRock, Inc., a major shareholder, has adjusted its voting rights holdings in the company, now holding below 5% of the total voting rights. This change in BlackRock’s stake could influence Hays’ shareholder dynamics and potentially impact its strategic decisions, given BlackRock’s significant role in global investment management.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Hold with a £1.15 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc provided an update on the voting results from its 2024 Annual General Meeting, where resolutions 13, 16, and 17 were passed despite receiving over 20% opposition from shareholders. The Board engaged with major shareholders to address concerns about share allotment and pre-emption rights, but no changes to the current approach are planned, although ongoing dialogue will continue.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HAS) stock is a Buy with a £125.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hays plc stock, see the GB:HAS Stock Forecast page.
Hays plc has announced the re-appointment of PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) as its external auditor following a competitive audit tender process. This decision, aligned with UK legislation requiring audit tenders every 10 years, will take effect from the financial year ending June 2027, pending shareholder approval at the 2026 Annual General Meeting. The re-appointment of PwC, initially appointed in 2016, reflects the company’s adherence to regulatory standards and aims to ensure continued financial transparency and accountability.
Hays plc has announced its issued share capital as of April 30, 2025, which consists of 1,600,433,092 ordinary shares, with 8,532,490 held in treasury, resulting in 1,591,900,602 total voting rights. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, impacting how they manage their interests in the company.
Hays plc announced the acquisition of ordinary shares by its CFO, James Hilton, and Ajanta Hilton, a person closely associated with him. The transactions were conducted following the re-investment of dividends paid to shareholders on April 9, 2025, and took place on the London Stock Exchange. This move reflects internal confidence in the company’s performance and could signal positive expectations for future growth, potentially impacting stakeholder perceptions.
Hays plc reported a 9% year-on-year decline in group net fees for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, with temporary and contracting fees down 6% and permanent fees down 14%. Despite challenging market conditions, particularly in Germany and EMEA, Hays is making strategic moves to improve profitability and resilience, including enhancing consultant productivity and implementing cost-saving initiatives. The company remains optimistic about future recovery, driven by strong net fee growth with large enterprise clients and ongoing structural improvements.
Hays plc announced a transaction involving Joe Hurd, an Independent Non-Executive Director, who acquired ordinary shares through the reinvestment of dividends. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s ongoing engagement with its stakeholders and the reinvestment strategy that may impact shareholder value.
Hays plc announced transactions involving managerial personnel, including the purchase of ordinary shares by Nicholas Ford and David Brown. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect strategic moves within the company, potentially impacting its stock value and stakeholder interests.