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SThree Plc(LSE) STEM

Market Cap£348.67MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2005)+235%
5 Year-48%
1 Year+56%
1 Month+1%
£2.88
-2.21%
-0.06Today
SThree Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 288.002026-09-11
SThree Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+1.05%GBX 285.002026-09-04
1 month+1.41%GBX 284.002026-08-12
3 month+68.62%GBX 170.802026-06-12
Year to date+50.79%GBX 191.002025-12-31
1 year+55.51%GBX 185.202025-09-11
3 year-19.89%GBX 359.502023-09-12
5 year-47.54%GBX 549.002021-09-10
Since inception+234.96%GBX 0.862005-11-11

SThree Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£348.67MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

£2.63B

Net Income (TTM)

£41.83M

EPS (TTM)

£0.10

P/E Ratio

28.29

Dividend

£0.14

Beta (Volatility)

-0.06 (Low)

Price

£2.88

Volume

384,099

Open

£3.03

Previous Close

£2.88

Daily Range

£2.78 - £3.03

52-Week Range

£1.32 - £3.24

Estimated Earnings Date

Jan 26, 2027

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About SThree Plc

SThree plc is a global recruitment consultancy specializing in permanent and contract staffing services across various sectors, including technology, engineering, life sciences, and finance. Established in 1986 and headquartered in London, the company operates under multiple brands and has a significant international presence.

Products and Services
  • Permanent placements and contract roles
  • Project-based assignments and retained searches
  • Executive recruitment and mobility services
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue growth of 763 million GBP in Q2 2024, up from 729 million GBP in Q4 2023
  • Net income increased to 28 million GBP in Q2 2024, reflecting strong operational performance
  • Expansion into new markets continues to drive demand for specialized staffing solutions
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of 2.5 billion GBP, showcasing consistent growth
  • Net profit margin of 1.04% TTM, indicating effective cost management
  • Dividend yield of 4.86% TTM, appealing for income-focused investors
SThree plc has demonstrated resilience and adaptability in the competitive staffing industry. The company's diverse service offerings and strong market presence position it well for future growth. Recent financial performance highlights a robust revenue trajectory and effective cost management strategies, contributing to a solid net profit margin. The attractive dividend yield further enhances its appeal to potential investors. With ongoing expansion into new markets and sectors, SThree plc is poised to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the recruitment landscape.
AI Generated • Sep 11, 2026

Industry

Professional Services

Employees

2,646

CEO

Timo Lehne

Headquarters

London, GL EC2N 4BQ, GB

STEM Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

22.76%

Operating Margin

1.69%

Net Income Margin

1.04%

Return on Equity

5.85%

Return on Capital

8.42%

Return on Assets

3.08%

Earnings Yield

3.53%

Dividend Yield

4.97%

Payout Ratio

1.40%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£348.67MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

121.07M

Volume

384.10K

Avg. Volume

459.07K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£624.44M

Operating Income

£59.65M

EBITDA

£88.77M

Operating Cash Flow

£67.32M

Capital Expenditure

-£9.88M

Free Cash Flow

£57.43M

Cash & ST Invst.

£42.99M

Total Debt

£49.01M

SThree Plc Performance Analysis

SThree Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-11-30GBP 1,639,446,00023.2%
20232023-11-30GBP 1,663,167,0001.4%
20242024-11-30GBP 1,492,906,000-10.2%
20252025-11-30GBP 1,302,204,000-12.8%
SThree Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-11-30-4.4%
Q22025-05-31-11.1%
Q42025-11-300.7%
Q22026-05-31-8.4%
SThree Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-11-30GBP 0.4029.1%
20232023-11-30GBP 0.424.1%
20242024-11-30GBP 0.37-10.7%
20252025-11-30GBP 0.14-63.4%
SThree Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-11-30-23.8%
Q22025-05-31-65.4%
Q42025-11-3045.3%
Q22026-05-31-74.5%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

£598.79M

-21.6%

Gross Profit

£139.09M

-26.3%

Gross Margin

23.23%

N/A

Market Cap

£348.67MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

£192.96K

N/A

Employees

1,807

N/A

Net Income

£2.57M

-90.9%

EBITDA

£12.82M

-76.1%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£42.99M

-52.3%

Total Debt

£49.01M

+81.4%

Accounts Receivable

£304.57M

-8.1%

Inventory

£0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

£39.22M

+138.5%

Short Term Debt

£9.79M

-7.5%

Return on Assets

3.08%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

8.36%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-£2.80M

-109.4%

Operating Cash Flow

-£781.00K

-102.4%

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Questions About STEM

What is the current price of SThree Plc?

SThree Plc is trading at £2.88 per share.

What is the 52-week range for SThree Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, SThree Plc has traded between £1.32 and £3.24.

How much debt does SThree Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, SThree Plc reported total debt of £47.50M.

How much cash does SThree Plc have on hand?

SThree Plc reported £67.96M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is SThree Plc’s dividend yield?

SThree Plc currently has a dividend yield of 4.97%.

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