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SThree plc
(LSE:STEM)
SThree plc (STEM) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
SThree plc Business Overview & Revenue Model
SThree plc Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | TTM | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 1.38B | 1.49B | 1.66B | 1.64B | 1.33B | 1.20B |
| Gross Profit | 339.40M | 369.08M | 418.77M | 411.71M | 338.00M | 289.50M |
| EBITDA | 43.09M | 84.34M | 94.53M | 96.59M | 78.74M | 50.95M |
| Net Income | 28.79M | 49.69M | 56.05M | 54.20M | 41.98M | 16.95M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 443.28M | 506.73M | 472.30M | 470.44M | 400.63M | 338.39M |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 47.88M | 69.76M | 83.20M | 65.81M | 57.53M | 50.36M |
| Total Debt | 43.55M | 39.87M | 29.02M | 34.13M | 35.09M | 35.97M |
| Total Liabilities | 227.01M | 258.08M | 249.42M | 270.05M | 242.48M | 209.87M |
| Stockholders Equity | 216.26M | 248.64M | 222.88M | 200.39M | 158.15M | 128.52M |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 18.09M | 32.85M | 67.83M | 41.26M | 34.27M | 60.74M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 24.98M | 39.68M | 76.04M | 44.93M | 36.92M | 66.02M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -12.69M | -13.17M | -8.21M | -3.67M | -2.65M | -5.28M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -55.33M | -39.92M | -52.15M | -38.54M | -24.97M | -21.59M |
SThree plc Technical Analysis
SThree plc Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75 Outperform | £233.00M | 8.41 | 12.99% | 6.36% | -13.93% | -48.74% | |
71 Outperform | £52.78M | 13.87 | 44.68% | ― | 1.44% | ― | |
71 Outperform | £29.00M | 12.90 | 6.45% | 3.26% | 2.40% | 1101.69% | |
64 Neutral | £731.45M | 61.11 | 4.81% | 7.39% | -12.54% | -76.55% | |
63 Neutral | $10.79B | 15.43 | 7.44% | 2.01% | 2.89% | -14.66% | |
53 Neutral | £85.51M | -5.82 | -11.22% | 12.88% | -14.31% | -361.93% | |
46 Neutral | £871.53M | -111.02 | -1.52% | 2.28% | -4.92% | -58.06% |
SThree plc Corporate Events
SThree plc has announced its total voting rights as of November 30, 2025, which consist of 127,822,300 voting rights. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their reporting obligations under the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules, potentially impacting their investment decisions and the company’s shareholder dynamics.
SThree plc has announced that its non-executive Chair, James Bilefield, has been appointed as a non-executive director and Chair designate of HBX Group International plc. This strategic move is expected to strengthen SThree’s leadership presence and influence in the market, as HBX Group is listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange, potentially offering new opportunities and collaborations.
SThree plc has announced the appointment of Rosie Shapland as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective 27 November 2025. Rosie, with over 30 years of audit experience and a background in chairing audit and risk committees for UK-listed companies, will bring significant expertise in accounting, financial reporting, and governance to SThree. She will succeed Elaine O’Donnell as Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee following Elaine’s resignation due to other business commitments. This transition is part of SThree’s ongoing succession planning and aims to strengthen the Board’s strategic execution.
SThree plc has announced transactions involving its senior management, specifically Andrew Beach, the Chief Financial Officer, and Timo Lehne, the Chief Executive Officer, under the company’s Share Incentive Plan and Global All Employee Plan. These transactions, involving the purchase of partnership shares and the award of matching shares, reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to aligning management interests with shareholder value and enhancing employee participation in the company’s growth.
SThree plc has announced its total voting rights in accordance with the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules. As of 31 October 2025, the company has an issued share capital of 127,858,067 ordinary shares, with 35,767 held in treasury, resulting in 127,822,300 voting rights. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the FCA’s transparency rules.
SThree plc has announced transactions involving its senior management, specifically the purchase of partnership shares and the award of matching shares under the company’s Share Incentive and Global All Employee Plans. These transactions, involving CFO Andrew Beach and CEO Timo Lehne, took place on the London Stock Exchange and reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to aligning management interests with shareholder value.
SThree plc, a company involved in staffing and recruitment, has announced a significant change in its board of directors. Elaine O’Donnell, a non-executive director at SThree plc, has been appointed as the non-executive Chair of The Beauty Tech Group PLC, a company listed on the London Stock Exchange. This move is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership and governance, potentially impacting its strategic direction and stakeholder relations.
SThree plc announced that a Special Resolution was passed at their General Meeting, authorizing the regularization of procedural requirements related to dividends and buy-backs, the release of claims against shareholders and directors, and the purchase of ordinary shares from brokers. This resolution, overwhelmingly supported by shareholders, with 99.98% votes in favor, is expected to streamline the company’s financial operations and potentially enhance shareholder value.
SThree plc announced its total voting rights as of 30 September 2025, with an issued share capital consisting of 127,858,067 ordinary shares and 127,822,300 total voting rights. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules, impacting how they manage their interests in the company.
SThree plc has announced a transaction involving the issuance of ordinary shares to its CEO, Timo Lehne, as consideration for the purchase of minority interests he held. This transaction, conducted off-market, involves a total of 7,404 shares at a price of £1.39 each, amounting to £10,292. This move reflects the company’s strategic efforts to consolidate its ownership structure and potentially strengthen its leadership alignment, which could have implications for its market positioning and stakeholder interests.
SThree plc reported a 12% year-on-year decline in group net fees for Q3 FY25, with a modest sequential improvement driven by growth in the US market. Despite challenges in new business activity and macroeconomic uncertainties, the company remains committed to its FY25 profit guidance and plans further investments in AI and cost optimization to enhance future scalability and efficiency. The company is also set to initiate a share buyback program in FY26, aiming to strengthen its market position and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the STEM recruitment industry.
SThree plc announced transactions involving its Chief Financial Officer, Andrew Beach, and Chief Executive Officer, Timo Lehne, who both participated in the company’s share incentive plans. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect the company’s commitment to aligning management interests with shareholder value, potentially impacting executive motivation and stakeholder confidence.