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Heidrick & Struggles International (HSII)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: HSII (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $53.33
1 Year Target Price $53.33
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 7.93% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.05B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 31.76 | 1Y Target Price 53.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio 31.76 | 1Y Target Price 53.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.04 | 52 Weeks Range 35.07 - 52.17 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 35.07 - 52.17 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.18% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.6 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-04 | When - | Estimate 0.73 | Actual 0.85 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2.96% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.1% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.58% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.18% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 31.76 | Forward PE 17.51 | Enterprise Value 755905696 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.91 |
Enterprise Value 755905696 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.91 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.64 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.55 | Shares Outstanding 20736300 | Shares Floating 18102999 |
Shares Outstanding 20736300 | Shares Floating 18102999 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.99 | Percent Institutions 97.74 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Heidrick & Struggles International
Company Overview
History and Background
Heidrick & Struggles International was founded in 1953. It has evolved from an executive search firm to a leadership advisory and on-demand talent provider.
Core Business Areas
- Executive Search: Recruits senior-level executives for companies across various industries.
- Heidrick Consulting: Provides leadership consulting services, including succession planning, organizational assessment, and team effectiveness.
- On-Demand Talent: Offers access to highly skilled independent professionals for project-based work.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the CEO, board of directors, and executive leadership team. The organizational structure includes global practice groups and functional departments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Executive Search: Executive search is their primary revenue driver, focusing on placing senior executives. Competitors include Korn Ferry (KFY), Spencer Stuart, and Egon Zehnder. Estimated revenue contribution is high due to search being a main offering.
- Heidrick Consulting: Leadership and organizational consulting services. Market share data is difficult to obtain precisely but competes with firms like McKinsey & Company, Bain & Company, and Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Revenue is less than Executive Search but is growing.
- On-Demand Talent: Provides a marketplace for independent professionals with a growing demand for flexible talent solutions. Competitors in this space include GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group) and Upwork (UPWK). Revenue is smaller than other offerings but gaining traction.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The leadership consulting and executive search industry is experiencing growth due to increased demand for top talent and effective leadership in a rapidly changing business environment.
Positioning
Heidrick & Struggles International is a prominent player in the industry, known for its focus on quality and client relationships. They face competition from larger diversified consulting firms and specialized search firms.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for leadership consulting and executive search is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars globally. Heidrick & Struggles captures a portion of this market through its global operations.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Global network
- Experienced consultants
- Diverse service offerings
Weaknesses
- Reliance on key consultants
- Vulnerability to economic cycles
- High fixed costs
- Integration complexity from acquisitions
Opportunities
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Growth in leadership consulting services
- Increased demand for diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Leveraging technology to enhance services
Threats
- Competition from larger consulting firms
- Economic downturns
- Talent retention challenges
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Korn Ferry (KFY)
- Spencer Stuart
- Egon Zehnder
Competitive Landscape
Heidrick & Struggles International competes on quality, expertise, and client relationships. They need to continually innovate to stay ahead of the competition.
Major Acquisitions
BTE Partners
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions):
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Heidrick & Struggles' consulting capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been influenced by economic cycles and strategic initiatives.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected based on analyst estimates, which consider market trends and company strategies.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in technology, expansion into new markets, and acquisitions to expand service offerings.
Summary
Heidrick & Struggles is a stable player in the executive search and leadership consulting industry, benefitting from its strong brand. They are sensitive to economic cycles, and must stay innovative and expand service offerings. Strategic acquisitions and technology investments are important for long-term growth. Continued success hinges on attracting and retaining top talent.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Heidrick & Struggles International
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Chicago, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-04-27 | CEO & Director Mr. Thomas L. Monahan III | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Staffing & Employment Services | Full time employees 2217 | Website https://www.heidrick.com |
Full time employees 2217 | Website https://www.heidrick.com | ||
Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides executive search, consulting, and on-demand talent services to businesses and business leaders worldwide. The company offers services to its clients to build leadership teams by facilitating the recruitment, management, and development of senior executives. Its on-demand services provide its clients independent talent, including professionals with industry and functional expertise for interim leadership roles and critical, and project-based initiatives; and consulting services, such as leadership assessment and development, team and organization acceleration, digital acceleration and innovation, diversity and inclusion advisory services, and culture shaping services. The company provides its services to Fortune 1000 companies; major U.S. and non-U.S. companies; middle market and emerging growth companies; private equity firms; governmental, higher education, and not-for-profit organizations; and other private and public entities. Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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