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KELYA 
Kelly Services A Inc (KELYA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: KELYA (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
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $26
1 Year Target Price $26
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -11.46% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 489.06M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 26 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 26 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 0.98 | 52 Weeks Range 10.74 - 22.07 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 10.74 - 22.07 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.06% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.18 |
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 2025-08-07 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.55 | Actual 0.54 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.14% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.2% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.75% | Return on Equity (TTM) -0.49% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 6.68 | Enterprise Value 620211395 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.11 |
Enterprise Value 620211395 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.11 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.14 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.94 | Shares Outstanding 31955800 | Shares Floating 30713823 |
Shares Outstanding 31955800 | Shares Floating 30713823 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.45 | Percent Institutions 93.32 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Kelly Services A Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Kelly Services, Inc. was founded in 1946 by William Russell Kelly as Russell Kelly Office Service in Detroit, Michigan. Initially focused on providing temporary office support, it expanded its services over the years to include staffing for various industries and permanent placement services. It went public in 1962 and has since grown into a global workforce solutions provider.
Core Business Areas
- Professional & Industrial: Provides staffing solutions in areas such as engineering, IT, science, and skilled trades. Also includes permanent placement services.
- Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom: Offers workforce solutions specific to the science, engineering, technology, and telecom industries.
- Outsourcing and Consulting: Offers a range of outsourcing services, including business process outsourcing (BPO) and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO).
- Education: Focuses on providing staffing solutions for the education sector.
Leadership and Structure
Peter W. Quigley serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a hierarchical organizational structure, with various regional and functional divisions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Temporary Staffing: Provides temporary workers across various industries. Competitors include ManpowerGroup, Robert Half, and Adecco. Market share information is fragmented and varies by specific industry segment.
- Permanent Placement: Helps companies find and recruit permanent employees. Competitors include LinkedIn, Indeed, and specialized recruitment firms. Market share information is fragmented.
- Outsourcing Services: Offers BPO and RPO services to streamline business operations. Competitors include Accenture, IBM, and ADP. Market share is dependent on specific outsourcing area.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The staffing industry is influenced by economic cycles, technological advancements, and evolving workforce trends. Demand for skilled workers and flexible staffing solutions continues to grow.
Positioning
Kelly Services positions itself as a global workforce solutions provider, offering a comprehensive suite of services to meet diverse staffing needs. It competes on its experience, global reach, and industry expertise.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global staffing market is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Kelly Services captures a relatively small portion of this TAM, focusing on specific niches and geographies.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established brand reputation
- Global network and reach
- Diversified service offerings
- Longstanding client relationships
Weaknesses
- Susceptibility to economic downturns
- Highly competitive industry
- Dependence on skilled labor availability
- Potential for automation to reduce demand for some staffing roles
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Growing demand for specialized skills
- Increasing adoption of outsourcing services
- Leveraging technology to improve service delivery
Threats
- Economic recession impacting staffing demand
- Increased competition from online platforms
- Changes in labor laws and regulations
- Technological advancements automating jobs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- MAN
- RHI
- ADEN.VI
Competitive Landscape
Kelly Services competes with larger global players and smaller specialized firms. Key competitive factors include service offerings, geographic reach, and industry expertise.
Major Acquisitions
Global Technology Associates
- Year: 2000
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 50
- Strategic Rationale: Expand IT staffing and consulting capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Kelly Services' growth has been influenced by economic conditions, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance. Please consult financial analysis platforms for accurate analyst estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include expanding into new service lines, investing in technology, or pursuing acquisitions.
Summary
Kelly Services is a global workforce solutions provider with a long history and a diversified service portfolio. While its strengths include an established brand and global reach, the company faces challenges from economic cycles and intense competition. To succeed, Kelly Services needs to capitalize on opportunities in growing markets and leverage technology to enhance service delivery. Overall the company is stable and is a staple in the staffing industry and continues to be a leader.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Industry reports
- Financial analysis platforms
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
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 Kelly Services A Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Troy, MI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Peter W. Quigley | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Staffing & Employment Services | Full time employees 5570 | Website https://www.kellyservices.com |
Full time employees 5570 | Website https://www.kellyservices.com | ||
Kelly Services, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides workforce solutions to various industries. The company operates through four segments: Professional & Industrial; Science, Engineering & Technology; Education; and Outsourcing & Consulting. The Professional & Industrial segment delivers staffing, outcome-based, and permanent placement services providing administrative, accounting, and finance; light industrial; contact center staffing; and other workforce solutions. The Science, Engineering & Technology segment offers staffing, outcome-based, and permanent placement services in the areas of science and clinical research, engineering, technology, and telecommunications specialties. The Education segment provides staffing, permanent placement, and executive search services to pre-K-12 school districts and education organizations. The Outsourcing & Consulting segment offers managed service provider, recruitment process outsourcing, payroll process outsourcing, and executive coaching programs to customers on a global basis that includes its RocketPower brand, as well as permanent placement services. The company serves customers in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, France, Switzerland, Portugal, Russia, Italy, rest of Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. Kelly Services, Inc. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Troy, Michigan.
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