ManpowerGroup cuts dividend amid earnings review

Published 02/05/2025, 21:22
ManpowerGroup cuts dividend amid earnings review

MILWAUKEE - ManpowerGroup (NYSE:MAN), a leading global workforce solutions company, has announced a reduction in its semi-annual dividend to $0.72 per share. This adjustment reflects a decrease from the company’s dividend in the previous year. The Board of Directors cited the current earnings environment and the necessity to align payout and yield ratios as the primary factors influencing their decision on the dividend amount.

The dividend will be disbursed on June 16, 2025, to shareholders who are on record by the close of business on June 2, 2025. This decision comes as part of ManpowerGroup’s regular financial assessments and shareholder value considerations.

ManpowerGroup has a history of providing workforce solutions, including sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing talent for organizations worldwide. With a presence in more than 70 countries and territories and annual revenues of $17.5 billion, the company operates under various brands such as Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions. It has been recognized for its commitment to diversity and ethical business practices, including being named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 16th time in 2025. According to InvestingPro, the company maintains a solid current ratio of 1.12 and remains profitable with positive earnings forecasts for the year ahead.

The company’s financial performance and stock history, along with annual shareholder reports, are available for public review on their investor relations website. This move to adjust the dividend payout is a strategic step by ManpowerGroup’s Board to maintain financial stability and shareholder confidence in the face of shifting market conditions. InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently undervalued, with 13 additional exclusive insights and a comprehensive Pro Research Report available to subscribers, offering deeper analysis of the company’s financial health and future prospects.

The information provided here is based on a press release statement from ManpowerGroup.

In other recent news, ManpowerGroup Inc. reported its Q1 2025 earnings, revealing a notable shortfall in earnings per share (EPS) compared to analyst expectations. The company’s adjusted EPS was $0.44, falling short of the projected $0.55, while revenue exceeded forecasts at $4.09 billion against a $3.98 billion estimate. Despite the revenue beat, the earnings miss has raised concerns among investors. Truist Securities and BMO Capital Markets both adjusted their price targets for Manpower, setting it at $48.00, citing economic challenges and trade policy uncertainties as influencing factors. Truist maintained a Hold rating, while BMO continued with a Market Perform rating. Analysts at both firms noted the cautious hiring environment, particularly in Europe and North America, and emphasized the potential impact of geopolitical uncertainties on Manpower’s operations. Manpower’s management remains focused on investments in AI and technology to drive future growth, amidst ongoing market challenges. The company also provided Q2 2025 EPS guidance ranging from $0.65 to $0.75, reflecting expectations of continued economic pressures.

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