Fluent (FLNT) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.31 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.38. This compares to loss of $0.30 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 18.42%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this data and analytics company would post a loss of $0.30 per share when it actually produced a loss of $0.18, delivering a surprise of 40%.Over the last four quarters, the company has s ...

GEE Group (JOB) Q2 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Derek Dewan - Chairman & CEOKim Thorpe - SVP and CFO Derek Dewan Hello, and welcome to the GEE Group Fiscal twenty twenty five Second Quarter and First Half Ended 03/31/2025 Earnings and Update Webcast Conference Call. I'm Derek Dwan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GEE Group. I will be hosting today's call. Joining me as a co presenter is Kim Thorpe, our Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Thank you f ...

Amsterdam, 15 May 2025 - Brunel International N.V. (Brunel; BRNL), a global specialist delivering customised project and workforce solutions to drive sustainable industry transformations through technology and talent, today announced the voting results of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) of 15 May 2025. The AGM approved all voting items that were on the agenda. As a result, Mr. Frank van der Vloed was reappointed for four years as a member of the Supervisory Board for a term of four years an ...

GEE Group (JOB) Q2 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 11:00 AM ET Speaker0 Hello, and welcome to the GEE Group Fiscal twenty twenty five Second Quarter and First Half Ended 03/31/2025 Earnings and Update Webcast Conference Call. I'm Derek Dwan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GEE Group. I will be hosting today's call. Joining me as a co presenter is Kim Thorpe, our Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Thank you for joining us today. It is our pleasure to share with you BEE Group's results ...

Core Insights - KellyOCG has recognized its top-performing suppliers globally with the 12th annual Kelly Supplier Excellence Awards, highlighting the importance of exceptional workforce solutions during economic uncertainty [1][2] - The Supplier Excellence Award winners represent less than 1% of KellyOCG's total supply chain, which includes 5,400 active partnerships worldwide [2] Supplier Recognition - The 2024 Supplier Excellence Awards winners include 11 suppliers, with US Tech Solutions also receiving the Innovative Partner Award for its exceptional innovation in technology [3][7] - US Tech Solutions collaborated with KellyOCG to develop the Direct Sourcing 360 product, utilizing its HireHQ platform [3][4] Company Overview - KellyOCG connects companies with talent through a global talent supply chain and leading workforce solutions, including Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) [5] - The company emphasizes its ability to anticipate future talent solutions and its commitment to challenging the status quo, making it a trusted partner across various industries [5]

Industry Overview - The staffing industry is crucial to the global economy, connecting businesses with necessary talent for growth and innovation [1] - The industry includes services such as temporary placements, executive searches, workforce consulting, and outsourcing [1] Emerging Trends - By 2025, the staffing industry is expected to evolve with trends like AI and automation improving recruitment processes and candidate matching accuracy [2] - There is a shift towards skills-based hiring, moving away from strict educational requirements to focus on practical competencies [2] - Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid arrangements, are becoming standard, prompting staffing firms to adapt their strategies [2] Market Demand - The job market is evolving due to technological advancements and changing workforce dynamics, leading to increased demand for staffing firms [3] - Businesses are seeking agile workforce solutions, making staffing companies attractive investment opportunities [3] Market Projections - The global staffing industry is projected to reach $650 billion by 2025, reflecting a 5% growth from the previous year [4] - Factors driving this growth include labor shortages, the gig economy, and digital transformation in recruitment processes [4] Investment Opportunities - The growth of the staffing sector presents compelling investment opportunities, with companies like TriNet Group, Upwork, and Paylocity gaining traction [5] - Advanced tools are available to identify stocks that can capitalize on the hiring boom in this high-growth industry [6] Company Highlights: TriNet Group - TriNet offers end-to-end HR solutions tailored for small and medium-sized businesses, managing payroll, benefits, risk mitigation, and compliance [7] - The company provides premium employee benefits through a co-employment model, enhancing employee satisfaction and attracting top talent [8] - TriNet's cloud-based HR platform supports recruiting, onboarding, performance tracking, and workforce analytics, enabling data-driven decisions [9] Company Highlights: Upwork - Upwork connects businesses with freelancers, allowing access to specialized skills for both short-term and long-term projects [10] - The platform's cost-effective model reduces overhead expenses associated with traditional hiring, optimizing resource allocation [11] - Upwork streamlines the hiring process with advanced search filters and communication tools, facilitating quick onboarding and collaboration [12] Company Highlights: Paylocity - Paylocity offers AI-powered solutions that streamline HR processes and enhance workforce management through a unified cloud-based platform [13] - The AI Assistant provides real-time support, while predictive scheduling and personalized learning recommendations enhance decision-making [14] - Paylocity emphasizes employee experience with tools for feedback and recognition, catering to a modern, distributed workforce [15]

Heart of Healthcare Under Pressure: 1 in 3 Nurses Near Retirement as Continued Volatility PersistsDALLAS, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- While 75% of nurses report being satisfied with their career choice, many still face significant strain due to burnout, mental health challenges, and staffing issues, according to a new survey by AMN Healthcare, the leader and innovator in total talent solutions for healthcare organizations. More than half of nurses (58%) report feeling burnout most days, and only 39% pl ...

Core Insights - AMN Healthcare Services reported a revenue of $689.53 million for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting a 16% decline year-over-year, while EPS was $0.45 compared to $0.97 in the same quarter last year [1] - The revenue exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $671.3 million by 2.72%, and the EPS surpassed the consensus estimate of $0.19 by 136.84% [1] Financial Performance Metrics - AMN Healthcare's stock has returned -5.3% over the past month, contrasting with the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +11.3% change, and currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold) [3] - In the Physician and leadership solutions segment, Days Filled were reported at 51.34 million, slightly below the average estimate of 51.95 million, while revenue per day filled was $2.74 million, exceeding the estimated $2.63 million [4] - Revenue from Physician and leadership solutions was $174.07 million, surpassing the average estimate of $171.10 million, but showing a year-over-year decline of 7.8% [4] - Revenue from Nurse and allied solutions was $413.26 million, exceeding the average estimate of $397.20 million, but reflecting a significant year-over-year decline of 20.4% [4] - Revenue from Technology and workforce solutions was $102.21 million, slightly below the estimated $103 million, marking a 9.4% decrease compared to the year-ago quarter [4] - Segment operating income for Nurse and allied solutions was $32.24 million, above the estimated $30.79 million, while for Technology and workforce solutions it was $35.25 million, below the estimated $37.97 million [4] - Segment operating income for Physician and leadership solutions was $14.46 million, falling short of the estimated $17.29 million [4]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported first quarter revenue of $690 million, exceeding the high end of guidance by $10 million, primarily driven by strong performance in labor disruption, locum tenants, and allied businesses [6][18] - Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter was $64 million, down 34% year over year and 15% sequentially, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 9.3% [26] - The first quarter net loss was $1 million, compared to net income of $17 million in the prior year period [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Nurse and Allied Solutions revenue was $413 million, down 20% year over year, primarily due to lower volume and rates [19][20] - Travel nurse revenue decreased to $215 million, a 36% decline from the prior year [20] - Physician and Leadership Solutions segment revenue was $174 million, an 8% decrease year over year, with locum tenants revenue at $141 million, down 3% year over year [21][22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a 16% year-over-year decline in consolidated revenue, with a 6% sequential decrease [18] - Consolidated gross margin was 28.7%, slightly above guidance but down 270 basis points year over year [18][26] - Language services revenue increased by 5% year over year, while VMS revenue decreased by 33% year over year [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on enhancing its technology and automation capabilities to improve service delivery and operational efficiency [11][106] - AMN Healthcare is investing in AI tools to enhance recruiter productivity and improve service delivery [11][106] - The company aims to maintain operating leverage superior to competitors while generating cash flow for business investments and debt reduction [13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that demand has not fully recovered to pre-pandemic levels in several business areas, including travel nursing and interim leadership [15] - The company is seeing heightened competition in language services, but believes it holds a distinct advantage due to high-quality solutions [16] - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to support clients effectively while maintaining service quality [61] Other Important Information - The company generated $93 million in operating cash flow in the first quarter, reducing its revolving credit balance by $60 million [14][27] - The company has received industry recognition for innovation, including the 2025 Innovators Award from Modern Healthcare [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about the VMS and MSP wins? - Management indicated that recent wins reflect a strategy to broaden market positioning and are characterized as small to medium wins, with competitive nature [35][36] Question: What is the outlook for language services? - Management expects continued healthy growth in language services despite competitive pressures and recent consolidation in the space [39][40] Question: Are bill rates stabilizing in the travel nurse segment? - Management noted stabilization in bill rates and indicated that unfilled orders are at similar levels as before, suggesting a potential for future increases [45][46] Question: What are the capital allocation priorities? - The company prioritizes using free cash flow to pay down debt while continuing to invest in innovation and technology [90][92] Question: How is the international business expected to progress? - Management anticipates stabilization in the international business with expectations of positive growth in 2026 as visa dates move forward [83][85]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated revenue for Q1 2025 was $690 million, exceeding the high end of guidance by $10 million, driven by strong performance in labor disruption, locum tenants, and allied businesses [6][19] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $64 million, down 34% year over year and 15% sequentially, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 9.3% [26][27] - Consolidated gross margin was 28.7%, slightly above guidance but down 270 basis points year over year and 110 basis points sequentially [19][10] - The company reported a net loss of $1 million for Q1 2025, compared to net income of $17 million in the prior year [26][27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Nurse and Allied Solutions revenue was $413 million, down 20% year over year, primarily due to lower volume and rates [20][21] - Travel nurse revenue decreased by 36% year over year to $215 million, while allied revenue was $147 million, down 13% year over year [21][22] - Physician and Leadership Solutions segment revenue was $174 million, an 8% decrease year over year, with locum tenants revenue at $141 million, down 3% year over year [22][23] - Technology and Workforce Solutions revenue was $102 million, down 9% year over year, with language services revenue increasing by 5% year over year to $75 million [24][25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Demand for allied business grew mid-teens year over year, with bookings for the next school year trending towards growth [8][9] - The company noted heightened competition in language services, with industry consolidation leading to price competition [16][41] - The travel nurse market is experiencing intense competition, with some orders priced at levels that are not being filled [9][15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on enhancing technology and automation to improve service delivery and operational efficiency, including the rollout of new tools for recruiters [11][105] - AMN is investing in AI tools to reduce costs and improve service delivery, with a focus on maintaining high-quality service [11][105] - The company aims to leverage its diversified solutions to maintain operating leverage superior to competitors and generate cash flow for business investment [13][92] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to support clients amid ongoing labor disruption, emphasizing the importance of technology and automation [17][61] - The company anticipates continued demand growth in healthcare, despite some segments not recovering to pre-pandemic levels [15][81] - Management acknowledged a slowdown in client decision-making but noted strong demand across various business lines [94][82] Other Important Information - The company received industry recognition for innovation, being named one of the 15 innovative healthcare organizations by Modern Healthcare [14] - AMN continues to focus on debt reduction, with a net leverage ratio of 3.1 times [28][90] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about the VMS and MSP wins? - Management indicated that recent wins are small to medium in size but carry significant weight, reflecting a strategy to broaden market positioning [36][37] Question: What is the outlook for language services? - Management expects healthy growth in language services, despite competitive pressures and some margin decline [40][41] Question: Are bill rates stabilizing in the travel nurse segment? - Management noted stabilization in bill rates, with a premium spread of contingent costs to permanent labor at about 11% [46][47] Question: What is the impact of labor disruption on revenue? - Management stated that the increase in labor disruption revenue is due to improved internal focus and technology, with a stronger pipeline of opportunities [60][61] Question: How is the international business progressing? - Management expects stabilization in the international business, with a positive outlook for 2026 as visa dates move forward [83][85] Question: What are the capital allocation priorities? - The company prioritizes debt reduction while continuing to invest in innovation and technology [89][90]