SThree PLC (GB:STEM)
LSE:STEM
STEM Stock Chart & Stats
184.00 p
-5.00 p(-1.76%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
184.00 p
-5.00 p(-1.76%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range132.20 p - 258.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume13.37K
Average Volume (3M)785.24K
Market Cap
£188.21M
Enterprise Value205.38M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£67.96M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£84.45M
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.2
Beta1.02
Next Earnings
Jul 27, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield6.35%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.08
Shares Outstanding125,852,960
10 Day Avg. Volume338,111
30 Day Avg. Volume785,241
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.20
Price to Book (P/B)0.92
Price to Sales (P/S)0.17
P/FCF Ratio3.83
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£250.00Price Target Upside35.87% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.05
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.03B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationRobust free cash flow (~£56m in 2025, ≈94% of net income) shows strong cash conversion. This durable cash generation funds dividends, working capital and discretionary investment, providing resilience through cycles and reducing reliance on external financing.
Serviceable Balance SheetDebt around 0.36x equity and a sizable equity base (~£235m) leave the balance sheet serviceable. Manageable leverage provides flexibility to fund operations, maintain dividends or pursue selective M&A, though the recent rise in debt requires monitoring if earnings stay weak.
Specialist STEM Staffing ModelA focused STEM staffing model creates structural competitive advantage: deep sector expertise, client relationships and recurring contract revenue support steadier fee streams and pricing power versus generalist recruiters, helping sustain margins and client stickiness over time.
Bears Say
Revenue Decline TrendTop-line weakness (2025 revenue down ~5.5%, multi-year growth trend negative) signals softer client demand in key end markets. Persistent revenue declines erode scale, limit operating leverage benefits and constrain the company's ability to rebuild margins or invest in growth initiatives over the medium term.
Margin CompressionSignificant margin compression (net margin down to ~1.4%, gross margin slipping) reflects pressure on spreads and pricing. Narrower margins reduce the firm's buffer for cyclical swings, limit reinvestment capacity and make dividend and payout sustainability more sensitive to future revenue volatility.
Falling Returns On CapitalReturn on equity has collapsed to ~7.5%, indicating declining capital efficiency. Persistently lower ROE means capital is less productive, which can reduce shareholder return potential and increase pressure on management to improve margins, restructure or pursue higher-return investments.
SThree plc News
STEM FAQ
What was SThree PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
SThree PLC lowest share price was 132.20 p and its highest was 258.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is SThree PLC’s market cap?
SThree PLC’s market cap is £188.21M.
When is SThree PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
SThree PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 27, 2026 which is in 105 days.
How were SThree PLC’s earnings last quarter?
SThree PLC released its earnings results on Jan 27, 2026. The company reported 0.081 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.081 p.
Is SThree PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts SThree PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does SThree PLC pay dividends?
SThree PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 5.1 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 6.35%. See more information on SThree PLC dividends here
What is SThree PLC’s EPS estimate?
SThree PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does SThree PLC have?
SThree PLC has 125,852,960 shares outstanding.
What happened to SThree PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
SThree PLC reported an EPS of 0.081 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.457%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of SThree PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:STEM
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
SThree plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£250.00 (35.87% Upside)
£250.00 (35.87% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £18.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-54.70%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
7.83%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-4.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
SThree PLC
SThree plc provides specialist contract and permanent staffing services for technology, engineering, life sciences, banking and finance, and other sectors. It offers permanent, contract, project, retained, and executive search recruitment solutions, as well as support and mobility services. The company provides its services under the Computer Futures, Progressive, Huxley Associates, Real Staffing Group, Global Enterprise Partners, JP Gray, Madison Black, and Newington International brands. It has operations in the United Kingdom, Germany, the United States, the Netherlands, Japan, Dubai, Belgium, France, Ireland, Luxembourg, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and internationally. SThree plc was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
STEM Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
250.00 p
▲(35.87% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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