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Mar 31
Robert Half Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Robert Half reported a decline in revenue and earnings for the first quarter of 2025.
Key Takeaways
Robert Half's Q1 2025 results reflected a cautious economic environment with reduced hiring and project delays. Revenue and net income both decreased year-over-year, influenced by macroeconomic uncertainty and elongated client decision cycles.
Revenue dropped to $1.352 billion from $1.476 billion in Q1 2024.
Net income fell significantly to $17 million from $64 million the year prior.
EPS decreased to $0.17 from $0.61 in Q1 2024.
Economic uncertainty and subdued hiring activity impacted overall performance.
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Forward Guidance
Management expects near-term caution to persist, though the company remains confident in its long-term positioning.
Positive Outlook
- Strong brand recognition supports client retention.
- Balanced business model across staffing and consulting.
- Protiviti continues to show steady growth.
- Recognition as one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For.
- Ongoing investment in technology and people positions the firm for future success.
Challenges Ahead
- Continued macroeconomic uncertainty impacting hiring.
- Client and job seeker caution elongates decision cycles.
- Decreased demand across several staffing segments.
- Revenue down across most business lines compared to Q1 2024.
- Earnings and profitability significantly lower year-over-year.
Revenue & Expenses
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