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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 - 247.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume13.37K
Average Volume (3M)785.24K
Market Cap
£235.09M
Enterprise Value220.55M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£67.96M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£84.45M
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.3
Beta0.97
Next Earnings
Jul 21, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield6.35%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.14
Shares Outstanding122,602,820
10 Day Avg. Volume338,111
30 Day Avg. Volume785,241
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.19
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 TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.05
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.25B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Free Cash FlowRobust free cash flow (c.£56m in 2025, ~94% of net income) provides durable internal funding for dividends, buybacks, and investment. High cash conversion cushions the business through cyclical revenue swings and reduces reliance on external financing over the medium term.
Specialist STEM Staffing FranchiseA focused STEM staffing model targets high-demand, specialized skill sets across tech, life sciences and engineering. Niche expertise and specialist brands drive client relationships and recurring contract placements, supporting more stable long-run revenue per placement and pricing advantages versus generalist peers.
Serviceable Balance SheetLeverage remains moderate (debt ~0.36x equity) and equity is sizable, leaving financial flexibility to fund operations and navigate downturns. While debt rose from 2024, the capital structure still supports investment and shareholder returns without immediate refinancing stress in typical scenarios.
Bears Say
Recent Revenue WeaknessRevenue contraction in 2025 signals softer demand for staffing services and reduces operating leverage. Sustained top-line declines erode scale advantages, limit ability to cover fixed costs, and increase pressure on margins and earnings durability unless demand in STEM hiring recovers.
Compressed MarginsSharp margin compression and lower gross spreads indicate pricing pressure or mix shifts in staffing operations. Reduced margins constrain reinvestment and shareholder distributions, and make profitability highly sensitive to small revenue swings, weakening long-term return stability.
Cyclicality & Working-capital SensitivityBusiness remains cyclical with modest operating-cashflow-to-revenue, meaning cash generation can reverse quickly if placements fall or receivables extend. Working-capital swings in downturns can strain liquidity and magnify earnings volatility despite strong FCF in better periods.
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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 247.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is SThree PLC’s market cap?
SThree PLC’s market cap is £235.09M.
When is SThree PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
SThree PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 21, 2026 which is in 4 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 Overvalued.
Does SThree PLC pay dividends?
SThree PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 9.2 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 122,602,820 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
Neutral
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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 is a global recruitment consultancy that delivers specialized permanent and contract staffing services for a wide array of sectors, including technology, engineering, life sciences, and banking and finance. The company's service offerings are extensive, covering permanent placements, contract roles, project-based assignments, retained searches, and executive recruitment, complemented by support and mobility services. It operates under several distinct brands, including Computer Futures, Progressive, Huxley Associates, Real Staffing Group, Global Enterprise Partners, JP Gray, Madison Black, and Newington International. Established in 1986 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, SThree plc boasts a significant international footprint with operations spanning the UK, Germany, the US, the Netherlands, Japan, Dubai, Belgium, France, Ireland, Luxembourg, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and other global markets.