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Market Cap£361.56MMarket 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)+247%
5 Year-43%
1 Year+49%
1 Month+26%
£2.98
+2.41%
+0.07Today
SThree Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 298.002026-08-21
SThree Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+2.58%GBX 290.502026-08-14
1 month+26.27%GBX 236.002026-07-22
3 month+89.57%GBX 157.202026-05-22
Year to date+56.02%GBX 191.002025-12-31
1 year+49%GBX 200.002025-08-21
3 year-13.62%GBX 345.002023-08-22
5 year-42.69%GBX 520.002021-08-20
Since inception+246.59%GBX 0.862005-11-11

SThree Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£361.56MMarket 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

29.27

Dividend

£0.14

Beta (Volatility)

-0.01 (Low)

Price

£2.98

Volume

553,223

Open

£2.91

Previous Close

£2.98

Daily Range

£2.88 - £2.98

52-Week Range

£1.32 - £3.00

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 increased to £598.8 million in Q2 2026
  • Net income rose to £2.57 million in the latest quarter
  • Strong international operations support future expansion
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve-month revenue of £2.6 billion
  • Quarterly net income margin of 0.43% in Q2 2026
  • Dividend yield of 4.98% reflects shareholder returns
SThree plc has demonstrated resilience and growth potential in the competitive staffing industry. The recent quarterly revenue of £598.8 million indicates a solid performance, while the net income of £2.57 million showcases profitability amidst operational challenges. The company's diverse service offerings and international reach position it well for future growth, particularly in sectors experiencing high demand for specialized talent. The attractive dividend yield of 4.98% further enhances its appeal to investors seeking income alongside capital appreciation. Overall, SThree plc represents a compelling opportunity for those interested in the staffing and recruitment sector.
AI Generated • Aug 12, 2026

Industry

Professional Services

Sector

Industrials

Employees

2,646

CEO

Timo Lehne

Website

www.sthree.com

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

3.42%

Dividend Yield

4.80%

Payout Ratio

1.40%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£361.56MMarket 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

121.33M

Volume

553.22K

Avg. Volume

483.98K

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

£361.56MMarket 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

£200.09K

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

-53.7%

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 £2.98 per share.

What is the 52-week range for SThree Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, SThree Plc has traded between £1.32 and £3.00.

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 4.80%.

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