ManpowerGroup reported Q2 2023 revenues of $4.9 billion, a 4% decrease year-over-year. Net earnings were $1.29 per diluted share, down from $2.29 in the prior year. The results were impacted by a challenging operating environment in the U.S. and Europe, as well as restructuring costs and Argentina-related currency translation losses.
Revenues decreased by 4% as reported, or 3% in constant currency, totaling $4.9 billion.
Challenging operating environment in the U.S. and Europe impacted revenue in Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions.
Gross profit margin was 17.8%, with staffing margins consistent with the previous year, but weaker permanent recruitment demand.
$50 million of common stock was repurchased during the quarter.
ManpowerGroup anticipates diluted earnings per share in the third quarter to be between $1.32 and $1.42, which includes an estimated favorable currency impact of 8 cents. This guidance excludes expected restructuring costs and the Argentina related impact of non-cash currency translation losses.
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