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Hays plc
(LSE:HAS)
Hays plc (HAS) vs. S&P 500 (SPY)
Hays plc Business Overview & Revenue Model
Hays plc Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | ||||
| Jun 2024 | Jun 2023 | Jun 2022 | Jun 2021 | Jun 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income Statement | Total Revenue | |||
| 6.95B | 7.58B | 6.59B | 5.65B | 5.93B | Gross Profit |
| 1.11B | 206.10M | 221.80M | 96.90M | 150.20M | EBIT |
| 25.10M | 197.00M | 214.30M | 91.20M | 135.00M | EBITDA |
| 94.50M | 266.90M | 273.50M | 162.20M | 156.50M | Net Income Common Stockholders |
| -4.90M | 138.30M | 154.20M | 61.50M | 47.50M |
| Balance Sheet | Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | |||
| 121.80M | 145.60M | 296.20M | 410.60M | 484.50M | Total Assets |
| 1.78B | 1.90B | 2.08B | 1.87B | 1.94B | Total Debt |
| 244.30M | 199.80M | 185.10M | 201.10M | 228.70M | Net Debt |
| 122.50M | 54.20M | -111.10M | -209.50M | -255.80M | Total Liabilities |
| 1.22B | 1.23B | 1.28B | 1.00B | 1.09B | Stockholders Equity |
| 557.60M | 670.30M | 796.20M | 871.80M | 853.40M |
| Cash Flow | Free Cash Flow | |||
| 72.40M | 134.90M | 146.80M | -13.70M | 327.00M | Operating Cash Flow |
| 95.80M | 164.00M | 171.20M | 5.10M | 352.80M | Investing Cash Flow |
| -20.20M | -30.10M | -24.40M | -18.80M | -25.80M | Financing Cash Flow |
| -98.80M | -280.70M | -269.40M | -56.40M | 28.30M |
Hays plc Technical Analysis
Hays plc Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
68 Neutral | £297.28M | 6.16 | 21.08% | 7.25% | -10.24% | -11.60% | |
66 Neutral | £1.03B | ― | -2.60% | 4.62% | -6.95% | -117.14% | |
64 Neutral | £883.04M | 30.86 | 10.00% | 6.64% | -13.50% | -63.64% | |
62 Neutral | $7.16B | 12.21 | 3.05% | 3.43% | 3.62% | -14.48% | |
54 Neutral | £25.21M | 42.11 | 3.66% | 3.13% | 4.14% | -45.24% | |
52 Neutral | £157.48M | 29.69 | -3.96% | 10.22% | -16.16% | -143.02% |
Hays plc Corporate Events
Hays plc announced that as of March 31, 2025, its issued share capital consisted of 1,600,433,092 Ordinary shares, with 8,614,305 shares held in treasury, resulting in a total of 1,591,818,787 voting rights. This figure is significant for shareholders as it serves as the denominator for calculating their interest in the company’s share capital under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Hays plc announced that two members of its Executive Leadership Team, Tim Fulton and Matthew Dickason, have been granted options over ordinary shares as part of the company’s International Sharesave Plan. This move reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to align the interests of its leadership with those of its shareholders, potentially impacting the company’s operational focus and stakeholder confidence.
Hays plc announced that as of February 28, 2025, its issued share capital consisted of 1,600,433,092 Ordinary shares, with 8,614,305 held in treasury, resulting in a total of 1,591,818,787 voting rights. This figure is significant for shareholders as it serves as the denominator for calculating their interests under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Hays plc announced a transaction involving Joseph Hurd, a Non-Executive Director, who purchased ordinary shares of the company on the London Stock Exchange. This transaction reflects a potential vote of confidence in the company’s future prospects and may influence stakeholder perceptions positively.
Hays plc reported a challenging first half of the fiscal year ending December 2024, with a significant decline in net fees and operating profit due to tough market conditions. Despite a decrease in net fees by 13% and a 56% decline in operating profit, the company made strategic progress through improved resource allocation and a 4% increase in consultant fee productivity. The company achieved £25 million in annual structural cost savings through operational restructuring, although it incurred a £9.9 million exceptional charge due to these actions. The company also refinanced its revolving credit facility and completed a full buy-in of its defined benefit pension, which is expected to enhance free cash flow from FY26. The Board proposed an unchanged interim dividend of 0.95 pence per share.
Hays plc has announced the appointment of Michael Findlay as a Non-Executive Director and Chair-designate, replacing Andrew Martin who will retire after nearly 8 years on the Board. This leadership change signifies a strategic move for Hays as it continues to navigate significant industry shifts and aims to enhance value for stakeholders through experienced guidance in corporate broking and investment banking.
Hays plc reported a 12% decline in net fees on a like-for-like basis for the quarter ending December 2024. The company experienced stability in temporary and contracting roles, while permanent roles saw a decline, particularly in the EMEA, UK&I, and Germany. Despite challenging markets, Hays has made strategic advancements towards cost-saving initiatives and operational improvements, with consultant productivity increasing by 4% year-on-year. The company is positioning itself to capitalize on long-term growth markets and enhance profitability and resilience, expecting a positive impact from its defined benefit pension buy-in by FY26.
Hays plc announced that its Non-Executive Director, Anthony Kirby, has been appointed as the Group Chief Executive Designate of Serco Group plc, effective from March 1, 2025. This strategic move highlights Hays’ influential role in the recruitment industry while indicating potential changes in its leadership dynamics and operational focus.