SThree PLC (GB:STEM)
LSE:STEM
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STEM Stock Chart & Stats
184.00 p
-5.00 p(-1.76%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
184.00 p
-5.00 p(-1.76%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range132.20 p - 254.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume13.37K
Average Volume (3M)785.24K
Market Cap
£207.14M
Enterprise Value222.46M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£67.96M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£84.45M
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.3
Beta1.03
Next Earnings
Jul 21, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield6.35%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.14
Shares Outstanding123,759,480
10 Day Avg. Volume338,111
30 Day Avg. Volume785,241
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.20
Price to Book (P/B)0.92
Price to Sales (P/S)0.17
P/FCF Ratio3.83
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.05
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.03B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationRobust free cash flow relative to earnings is a durable strength: converting earnings into cash (~£56m; ~94% of net income) improves solvency and funds dividends, working-capital needs and selective investment without relying on external financing during cycles.
Specialist STEM Staffing ModelA focused STEM staffing model with specialist brands across international markets provides structural advantages: deeper recruiter expertise, strong client relationships in high-skill sectors, and exposure to long-term secular demand for tech, engineering and life-science talent.
Serviceable Balance SheetLeverage is elevated vs prior year but remains at a manageable level (~0.36x equity) with sizeable equity backing (£235m). This preserves financial flexibility for working-capital swings, modest M&A or cyclical downturns while avoiding acute refinancing stress.
Bears Say
Revenue WeaknessA sustained revenue decline signals cyclically sensitive end markets and weaker client hiring demand. For a staffing business, lower placements and contractor days directly depress recurring revenue and make recovery reliant on broad market improvement rather than idiosyncratic fixes.
Margin CompressionMaterial margin erosion reduces earnings power and the firm’s ability to absorb shocks or invest in growth. Lower gross and net margins indicate pressure on pricing/spreads or mix shifts, weakening sustainable profitability and reducing returns even if volumes recover.
Falling Returns & Higher LeverageThe combination of rising debt and sharply lower ROE signals diminished capital efficiency and a narrower margin of safety. Weaker returns limit reinvestment capacity and may constrain strategic options if cyclical stress persists or if management needs to shore up balance-sheet metrics.
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STEM FAQ
What was SThree PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
SThree PLC lowest share price was 132.20 p and its highest was 254.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is SThree PLC’s market cap?
SThree PLC’s market cap is £207.14M.
When is SThree PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
SThree PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 21, 2026 which is in 41 days.
How were SThree PLC’s earnings last quarter?
SThree PLC released its earnings results on Jan 27, 2026. The company reported 0.081 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.081 p.
Is SThree PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts SThree PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does SThree PLC pay dividends?
SThree PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 9.2 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 6.35%. See more information on SThree PLC dividends here
What is SThree PLC’s EPS estimate?
SThree PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does SThree PLC have?
SThree PLC has 123,759,480 shares outstanding.
What happened to SThree PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
SThree PLC reported an EPS of 0.081 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.457%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of SThree PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:STEM
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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SThree plc Stock Smart Score
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Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £18.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-54.70%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
7.83%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-4.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
SThree PLC
SThree plc is a global recruitment consultancy that delivers specialized permanent and contract staffing services for a wide array of sectors, including technology, engineering, life sciences, and banking and finance. The company's service offerings are extensive, covering permanent placements, contract roles, project-based assignments, retained searches, and executive recruitment, complemented by support and mobility services. It operates under several distinct brands, including Computer Futures, Progressive, Huxley Associates, Real Staffing Group, Global Enterprise Partners, JP Gray, Madison Black, and Newington International. Established in 1986 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, SThree plc boasts a significant international footprint with operations spanning the UK, Germany, the US, the Netherlands, Japan, Dubai, Belgium, France, Ireland, Luxembourg, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and other global markets.
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