Hays Plc (HAYS)

Currency in GBP
63.75
-0.45(-0.70%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
63.2565.05
52 wk Range
28.7278.45
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
59.50 / 69.50
Prev. Close
64.2
Open
64.5
Day's Range
63.25-65.05
52 wk Range
28.72-78.45
Volume
2.43M
Average Volume (3m)
5.22M
1-Year Change
13.5352%
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Company’s Health
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Price Target
73.70
Upside
+15.61%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Net income is expected to grow this year

Hays Plc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

5 Buy
4 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
10 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 73.70
(+15.61% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Citi
Hold0.65+1.96%0.33Maintain23-09-2026
Deutsche Bank
Buy0.95+49.02%0.60Maintain09-09-2026
RBC Capital
Buy0.85+33.33%0.60Maintain24-08-2026
UBS
Hold0.75+17.65%0.60Maintain21-08-2026
Barclays
Buy0.61-4.31%0.44Maintain15-07-2026

Hays Plc Earnings Call Summary for H2/2026

  • Hays reported net fees fell 8% to £906M, but pre-exceptional operating profit rose 3% to £48.6M aided by £50M in cost savings delivered early.
  • Company returned to year-on-year profit growth in H2 FY2026; shares dropped 4.27% to $68.40 despite turnaround progress and strong recent performance.
  • Unveiled 'Momentum' strategy targeting £1B+ net fees, 25%+ conversion rate, £250M+ operating profit through specialist recruitment and AI tools.
  • FY2027 guidance includes additional £50M structural savings, £12M net finance charges, and £30-35M capex with further restructuring charges expected.
  • July-August trading met expectations; management noted September critical as it represents 40% of quarterly fees amid continued permanent hiring weakness.
Last Updated: 20-08-2026, 02:44 pm
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Earnings

Latest Release
20-08-2026
EPS / Forecast
0.01 / 1.00
Revenue / Forecast
3.17B / --
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS -0.04%
Dividend Yield
0.69%
Industry Median 3.77%
Annualised payout
0.44
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
-18.45%
Growth Streak

HAYS Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
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Peers
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Relationship
P/E Ratio
−17.4x15.6x11.7x
PEG Ratio
0.030.040.03
Price/Book
2.5x1.5x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.2x0.3x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
14.6%32.3%30.6%
Fair Value Upside
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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.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
824.07M52.48%529.05M
Other Institutional Investors
650.13M41.40%417.38M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
96.01M6.11%61.64M
Total
1.57B100.00%1.01B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Silchester International Investors LLP18.09%28,39,76,4091,82,313
Fidelity International Ltd9.56%15,00,50,39196,332

FAQ

What Is the Hays (HAYS) Share Price Today?

The Hays share price today is 63.75.

What is the current Hays (HAYS) share price and day range?

As of 29-09-2026, the Hays share price is 63.75, with a previous close of 64.20. The share price has ranged from 63.25 to 65.05 today, while the 52-week range spans from 28.72 to 78.45.

What Is the Hays Market Cap?

As of today, Hays market cap is 997.08M.

Does Hays Pay Dividends? What's The Current Dividend Yield?

The Hays dividend yield is 0.69%.

What Is the Hays (HAYS) Share Price Target?

The average 12-month share price target for Hays is 73.70, with a high estimate of 100 and a low estimate of 45. 5 analysts recommend buying, while 1 suggest selling, with an overall rating of Buy and +15.61% Upside potential.

What Is Hays's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Hays EPS (TTM) is -0.04.

When Is the Next Hays Earnings Date?

Hays will release its next earnings report on 20-08-2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is HAYS a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

What Stock Exchange Does Hays Trade On?

Hays is listed and trades on the London Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Hays?

The stock symbol for Hays is "HAYS."

How Many Times Has Hays Stock Split?

Hays has split 2 times.

How Many Employees Does Hays Have?

Hays has 8125 employees.
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