Hays plc (FRA:HAY)
Germany · Delayed Price · Currency is EUR | Market Cap | 1.12B +1.2% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 7.46B -2.8% |
| Net Income | -67.59M |
| EPS | -0.04 |
| Shares Out | n/a |
| PE Ratio | n/a |
| Forward PE | 31.90 |
| Dividend | 0.01 (0.75%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Oct 15, 2026 |
| Volume | 9,985 |
| Open | 0.6900 |
| Previous Close | 0.6650 |
| Day's Range | 0.6900 - 0.6900 |
| 52-Week Range | 0.3200 - 0.9100 |
| Beta | n/a |
| Analysts | n/a |
| Price Target | n/a |
| Earnings Date | Feb 26, 2027 |
About Hays plc
Hays plc engages in the provision of professional and skilled recruitment services in Germany, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and internationally. The company provides qualified, professional, and skilled recruitment; and temporary, contracting, and permanent recruitment and workforce solutions, as well as workforce services. Hays plc was founded in 1968 and is based in London, the United Kingdom. [Read more]
Financial Performance
In fiscal year 2026, Hays plc's revenue was 6.42 billion, a decrease of -2.81% compared to the previous year's 6.61 billion. Losses were -58.20 million, 646.2% more than in 2025.
Financial numbers in GBP Financial StatementsNews
Hays sees weakening permanent jobs market keep trading under pressure
The London-based firm, which is one of Europe’s biggest recruitment agencies, said its net fees were down 3% for the quarter ending September 30.
Hays plc Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2027
Q1 net fees declined 3%, with stronger Temp & Contracting trends and improving productivity. Structural savings are progressing toward the £50m FY27 goal, while near-term markets are expected to remain stable.
Hays plc Earnings release: Q1 2027
Hays plc released its Q1 2027 earnings on October 12, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Hays Q1 LFL Net Fees Down 3%
(RTTNews) - Hays (HAS.L) reported that its first quarter like-for-like Group net fees were down 3% with Temp & Contracting and Perm down 1% and 7%, respectively. On an actual basis, net fees decreased...
British recruiter Hays tops quarterly net fee forecasts on strong US, Asia growth
British recruiter Hays posted on Monday first-quarter net fees ahead of analysts' estimates, as growth in the US and Asia cushioned weakness in Northern Europe, and said it expects market conditions t...
UK Stock Market News: ITM Power, Hays, Hilton Food
ITM Power deal could deliver significant 10yr revenue stream, Hays revenues still decline, Dalco disposal welcome news for Hilton Food
Hays price target raised to 65 GBp from 33 GBp at Citi
Citi analyst Marc Van’T Sant raised the firm’s price target on Hays (HAYPF) to 65 GBp from 33 GBp and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. Published first on…
Hays price target raised to 95 GBp from 60 GBp at Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank raised the firm’s price target on Hays (HAYPF) to 95 GBp from 60 GBp and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
Hays upgraded to Buy from Hold at Panmure Liberum
Panmure Liberum upgraded Hays (HAYPF) to Buy from Hold with a price target of 100 GBp, up from 35 GBp. The firm sees upside to estimates.
Hays price target raised to 8,500 GBp from 6,000 GBp at RBC Capital
RBC Capital analyst Karl Green raised the firm’s price target on Hays (HAYPF) to 8,500 GBp from 6,000 GBp and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Published first on…
Hays H2 Earnings Call Highlights
Hays LON: HAS reported an 8% decline in like-for-like net fees to £906 million for the year ended June 30, 2026, while pre-exceptional operating profit rose 3% to £48.6 million as cost reductions and ...
Hays plc Earnings Call Transcript: H2 2026
Momentum strategy focuses on specialist recruitment, technology, and consultant-led service to drive productivity and profitability. FY 2026 saw net fees down 8% but operating profit up 3% due to cost savings. FY 2027 targets GBP 50 million more in savings and a 25%+ conversion rate.
Hays plc Annual report: H2 2026
Hays plc has published its H2 2026 annual report on August 20, 2026.
Hays plc Slides: H2 2026
Hays plc has posted slides in relation to its H2 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on August 20, 2026.
Hays plc Annual report: H2 2026
Hays plc has published its H2 2026 annual report on August 20, 2026.
Hays plc Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2026
Net fees declined 5% year-on-year, but cost savings and productivity gains drove profit growth, with FY 2026 pre-exceptional operating profit expected at the top of consensus. Portfolio reshaping and operational focus supported resilience in Temp & Contracting, while Perm markets remained mixed.
Hays plc Earnings release: Q4 2026
Hays plc released its Q4 2026 earnings on July 10, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Hays upgraded to Equal Weight from Underweight at Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley upgraded Hays (HAYPF) to Equal Weight from Underweight with a price target of 35 GBp, down from 44 GBp. The firm adjusted ratings in the staffing group, saying…
Hays downgraded to Neutral from Buy at Citi
Citi analyst Marc Van’T Sant downgraded Hays (HAYPF) to Neutral from Buy with a price target of 33 GBp, down from 62 GBp. While the European staffing names could “squeeze”…
Hays price target lowered to 60 GBp from 65 GBp at RBC Capital
RBC Capital lowered the firm’s price target on Hays (HAYPF) to 60 GBp from 65 GBp and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares.
Hays plc Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2026
Group net fees declined 8% year-over-year, but strong consultant productivity and cost discipline offset lower fees. Temp and contracting showed resilience, while perm remained challenging. Strategic exits and investments in high-growth markets like Japan and Spain supported performance.
Hays plc Earnings release: Q3 2026
Hays plc released its Q3 2026 earnings on April 16, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Hays plc Earnings Call Transcript: H1 2026
Net fees declined 9% year-over-year, but cost discipline and strategic focus led to improved profits in key regions. Cash conversion remained strong, and digital transformation initiatives are driving productivity gains. Outlook for H2 is for improved profitability as cost actions continue.
Hays plc Quarterly report: H1 2026
Hays plc has published its H1 2026 quarterly earnings report on February 27, 2026.
Hays plc Slides: H1 2026
Hays plc has posted slides in relation to its H1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on February 27, 2026.