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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 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 1.49B | 1.66B | 1.64B | 1.33B | 1.20B |
| Gross Profit | 369.08M | 418.77M | 411.71M | 338.00M | 289.50M |
| EBITDA | 84.34M | 94.53M | 96.59M | 78.74M | 50.95M |
| Net Income | 49.69M | 56.05M | 54.20M | 41.98M | 16.95M |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 506.73M | 472.30M | 470.44M | 400.63M | 338.39M |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 69.76M | 83.20M | 65.81M | 57.53M | 50.36M |
| Total Debt | 39.87M | 29.02M | 34.13M | 35.09M | 35.97M |
| Total Liabilities | 258.08M | 249.42M | 270.05M | 242.48M | 209.87M |
| Stockholders Equity | 248.64M | 222.88M | 200.39M | 158.15M | 128.52M |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 32.85M | 67.83M | 41.26M | 34.27M | 60.74M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 39.68M | 76.04M | 44.93M | 36.92M | 66.02M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -13.17M | -8.21M | -3.67M | -2.65M | -5.28M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -39.92M | -52.15M | -37.87M | -24.10M | -21.11M |
SThree plc Technical Analysis
SThree plc Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72 Outperform | £298.68M | 6.37 | 21.08% | 442.65% | -10.24% | -11.60% | |
71 Outperform | £56.77M | ― | 8.52% | ― | 5.83% | 19.29% | |
67 Neutral | £883.67M | 29.96 | 10.00% | 611.51% | -13.50% | -62.86% | |
62 Neutral | £27.73M | 46.32 | 3.66% | 380.43% | 4.14% | -45.24% | |
56 Neutral | HK$4.16B | -1.01 | 10.69% | 5.37% | -6.34% | -55.88% | |
55 Neutral | £116.06M | 29.69 | -3.96% | 1031.08% | -16.16% | -145.46% | |
51 Neutral | £1.04B | ― | -2.60% | 448.77% | -6.95% | -117.14% |
SThree plc Corporate Events
SThree plc, a company involved in the purchase and management of shares, has announced transactions involving its key executives. The company’s Director and Chief Financial Officer, Andrew Beach, and Chief Executive Officer, Timo Lehne, have both engaged in the purchase of partnership shares and have been awarded matching shares under the company’s share incentive plans. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, indicate active participation by top management in the company’s equity programs, potentially aligning their interests with those of shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £420.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc has announced a change in the voting rights held by Allianz Global Investors GmbH, which has decreased from 5.05% to 4.78% as of July 8, 2025. This change in holdings may impact SThree’s shareholder dynamics and influence future corporate decisions, reflecting a shift in stakeholder engagement.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc reported a 14% year-on-year decline in group net fees for the first half of FY25, reflecting challenging market conditions. Despite this, the company saw a modest improvement in Q2, driven by strong contract extensions and improved performance in the USA. The company completed a £20 million share buyback and maintained a robust balance sheet with £48 million in net cash. SThree’s Technology Improvement Programme is progressing well, with significant operational efficiencies expected to yield £6 million in savings. The company remains optimistic about future opportunities, supported by its advanced technology infrastructure and specialist STEM focus.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £420.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc announced leadership changes with the appointment of Imogen Joss as Senior Independent Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee, and Sanjeevan Bala as Employee Engagement NED, effective 1 July 2025. These changes follow the retirement of Denise Collis, who has significantly contributed to the company over her nine-year tenure. The new appointments are expected to continue driving the company’s strategic goals and enhance its commitment to employee engagement.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £420.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc, a UK-based company, has announced a change in its voting rights structure due to an acquisition or disposal of shares by Van Lanschot Kempen Investment Management NV, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The notification indicates that the threshold for voting rights was crossed on June 11, 2025, with Van Lanschot Kempen now holding 9.961350% of the voting rights, down from a previous position of 10.001185%. This adjustment in voting rights could impact the company’s governance and influence the strategic decisions made by its stakeholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £420.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc announced transactions involving its Director and Chief Financial Officer, Andrew Beach, and its Director and Chief Executive Officer, Timo Lehne, who both acquired partnership and matching shares under the company’s share incentive plans. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to aligning management interests with shareholder value, potentially impacting its market positioning and stakeholder confidence.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £420.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc announced that its Chief Financial Officer, Andrew Beach, and Chief Executive Officer, Timo Lehne, have acquired additional ordinary shares through the Dividend Reinvestment Plan. This move, involving the automatic reinvestment of dividends, reflects a commitment to the company and may signal confidence in its future performance. The transactions were conducted on the London Stock Exchange.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £420.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc has announced an update regarding its total voting rights following a share buyback program. The company has canceled certain shares, resulting in an issued share capital of 127,827,457 ordinary shares, with 35,767 held in Treasury, leading to a total of 127,791,690 voting rights. This update is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £430.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc, a staffing and recruitment company, has announced a change in its major holdings. Perpetual Limited, based in Sydney, Australia, has increased its voting rights in SThree plc to 10.038%, crossing the previous threshold of 9.980%. This acquisition of voting rights signifies a notable shift in shareholder influence, potentially impacting the company’s strategic decisions and market positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £430.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc, a company listed on the London Stock Exchange, has announced the successful completion of its share buyback programme. The programme, which was initially announced in December 2024, involved the purchase and cancellation of 7,779,335 ordinary shares at an average price of 257.09 pence per share, totaling approximately £20 million. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing shareholder value and optimizing the company’s capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £420.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc has announced the purchase of 66,850 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange as part of its share buyback programme. The company intends to cancel these shares, which were bought at a weighted average price of 245.77 pence per share. This move is part of SThree’s strategy to manage its capital structure and could potentially enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £430.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc announced transactions involving its Director and Chief Financial Officer, Andrew Beach, and its Director and Chief Executive Officer, Timo Lehne, who both engaged in purchasing partnership shares and were awarded matching shares under the company’s incentive plans. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to aligning management interests with shareholder value, potentially strengthening its market positioning and stakeholder confidence.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £430.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc has executed a share buyback program, purchasing 91,700 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange through Berenberg, with prices ranging from 242.00 to 247.00 pence per share. This move, part of a previously announced buyback program, aims to cancel the purchased shares, potentially enhancing shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:STEM) stock is a Hold with a £430.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SThree plc stock, see the GB:STEM Stock Forecast page.
SThree plc has announced the purchase of 93,400 of its own ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange as part of its share buyback programme. The shares were bought at a weighted average price of 240.15 pence and will be cancelled, potentially impacting the company’s share value and market perception.
SThree plc has announced the purchase of 92,864 of its ordinary shares as part of its share buyback programme, with the intention to cancel these shares. This move is part of a strategy to manage the company’s capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
SThree plc has announced a share buyback transaction as part of its ongoing Buyback Programme, purchasing 65,806 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at prices ranging from 240.50 to 243.00 pence per share. This move is in line with the company’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
SThree plc, a company engaged in a share buyback programme, announced the purchase of 76,594 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange. The shares were bought at prices ranging from 238.00 to 245.50 pence, with a weighted average price of 241.36 pence per share. The company plans to cancel these purchased shares, which is a strategic move to potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
SThree plc announced the purchase of 58,779 of its ordinary shares as part of its share buyback programme on the London Stock Exchange, with the intention to cancel these shares. This move is part of a broader strategy to manage the company’s capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
SThree plc, a company involved in a share buyback program, announced the purchase of 19,020 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange through Berenberg, with prices ranging from 242.50 pence to 245.50 pence per share. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its share capital, potentially enhancing shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
SThree plc has announced the purchase of 60,846 of its own ordinary shares as part of its share buyback programme, executed through Berenberg on the London Stock Exchange. The shares were bought at prices ranging from 243.50 pence to 247.50 pence, with a weighted average price of 244.69 pence, and the company intends to cancel these shares. This move is part of SThree’s strategic financial management, potentially enhancing shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation, which can positively impact earnings per share and market perception.
SThree plc has announced an update regarding its share capital following a share buyback program. As of April 29, 2025, the company’s issued share capital consists of 128,690,549 ordinary shares, with 35,767 held in Treasury, resulting in a total of 128,654,782 voting rights. This update is crucial for shareholders to determine their required notifications under the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules.
SThree plc, a company operating a share buyback programme, announced the purchase of 95,850 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange through Berenberg. The shares were bought at prices ranging from 242.00 to 247.00 pence, with a weighted average price of 244.01 pence per share. The company plans to cancel the purchased shares, which is a strategic move that could potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
SThree plc announced the results of its Annual General Meeting, where all resolutions were passed with the required majority. The resolutions included the approval of the Annual Report, the declaration of a final dividend, and the re-election of several directors. The successful passage of these resolutions reflects strong shareholder support and positions the company for continued stability and strategic growth.
SThree plc has announced a continuation of its share buyback program, initially declared in December 2024. The company has purchased 97,300 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at prices ranging from 239 to 244 pence per share. This move is part of a broader strategy to utilize the maximum capacity under the existing authority granted at the 2024 AGM, with plans to cancel the purchased shares. This action may impact the company’s share value and indicates a strategic focus on enhancing shareholder value.
SThree plc has announced the appointment of Paula Coughlan as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective from April 30, 2025, following the planned retirement of Denise Collis. Paula brings extensive experience from her roles at Currys PLC, McDonald’s, and PepsiCo, and her expertise in leading transformation programs and organizational design is expected to strengthen SThree’s board as it continues to execute its strategic initiatives.
SThree plc has announced the purchase of 89,800 of its ordinary shares as part of its share buyback programme, which was initially announced in December 2024. The shares were bought on the London Stock Exchange at prices ranging from 237.00 to 240.00 pence, with a weighted average price of 238.18 pence. This move is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, and the purchased shares are intended to be canceled.
SThree plc has announced the purchase of 79,440 of its own ordinary shares as part of a share buyback program initiated in December 2024. The shares were bought on the London Stock Exchange at prices ranging from 234.00 to 237.50 pence, with a weighted average price of 235.40 pence. This move is part of SThree’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.