Core Insights - Brunel International N.V. reported a resilient performance in Q4 2025, with revenue and underlying EBIT stabilizing compared to Q3, reflecting improved operations in Europe and global business [4][7] Q4 2025 Key Points - Revenue for Q4 2025 was EUR 300.4 million, down 10% year-on-year and down 4% organically [9] - Gross profit for Q4 was EUR 52.8 million, down 15% year-on-year and down 11% organically [9] - Underlying EBIT for Q4 was EUR 11.6 million, down 20% year-on-year and down 15% organically, indicating stabilization compared to previous quarters [9] - Operating costs in Q4 were reduced to EUR 41.2 million, improving 13% year-on-year and 9% organically [9] - A cost savings program was expanded from EUR 10 million to a EUR 20 million annual target, with part of the savings to be reinvested in sales and recruitment capabilities [5][9] FY 2025 Key Points - Total revenue for FY 2025 was EUR 1,217.7 million, down 11% year-on-year and down 7% organically, reflecting a challenging market environment [9] - Gross profit for FY 2025 was EUR 218.1 million, down 17% year-on-year and down 14% organically [9] - Underlying EBIT for FY 2025 was EUR 38.2 million, down 35% year-on-year and down 26% organically [9] - Underlying operating costs for FY 2025 were reduced to EUR 179.9 million, improving by EUR 24.6 million or 12% versus the prior year [9] - Free cash flow for FY 2025 was EUR 8.7 million, down 88% from EUR 74.6 million in 2024 [9] - Earnings per share for FY 2025 were EUR 0.06, down 90%, with a proposed dividend of EUR 0.06 per share and an additional super dividend of EUR 0.29 per share [9] Strategic Outlook - The company anticipates additional efficiency gains through digital and AI-driven solutions, with a broader rollout of new recruitment and contracting tools planned for 2026 [6][7] - A strategy update is scheduled for presentation on 12 May 2026, aimed at aligning with current market dynamics and technological developments [4][7]

Core Points - Brunel International N.V. held its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) on 15 May 2025, where all agenda items were approved [1][2] - Mr. Frank van der Vloed was reappointed to the Supervisory Board for a four-year term, while Mr. Toine van Doremalen was appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a four-year term [2][3] - The financial statements for the fiscal year 2024 were adopted, and a cash dividend of €0.55 per share was approved for distribution [3] Company Leadership Changes - Toine van Doremalen brings 25 years of experience in finance and international business, which is expected to enhance the company's growth and innovation [3] - The appointment of Toine van Doremalen as CFO follows the recent appointment of Peter de Laat as Chief Executive Officer effective from 1 October 2024 [2][3] Financial Performance - The AGM confirmed the distribution of a cash dividend of €0.55 per share for the financial year 2024, with the shares quoting ex-dividend on 19 May 2025 and payment scheduled for 12 June 2025 [3]