Kforce [KFRC] vs Heidrick & Struggles [HSII] Detailed Stock Comparison
Kforce
NYSE
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Heidrick & Struggles
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Kforce wins in 13 metrics, Heidrick & Struggles wins in 7 metrics, with 0 ties. Kforce appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Kforce | Heidrick & Struggles | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 14.39 | 119.58 | Kforce |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 4.51 | 1.91 | Heidrick & Struggles |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 64.29 | 21.52 | Heidrick & Struggles |
| PEG Ratio | 12.06 | 14.49 | Kforce |
| EV/EBITDA | 10.81 | 6.90 | Heidrick & Struggles |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 3.22% | 0.72% | Kforce |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 4.45% | 6.22% | Heidrick & Struggles |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 4.45% | 6.22% | Heidrick & Struggles |
| Return on Equity | 29.14% | 1.71% | Kforce |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 10.32% | 4.85% | Kforce |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $79.30M | $124.12M | Heidrick & Struggles |
| Dividend Yield | 2.86% | 1.40% | Kforce |
| 1-Year Return | -47.61% | 12.52% | Heidrick & Struggles |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.47 | 0.79 | Kforce |
| Enterprise Value | $689.10M | $663.15M | Kforce |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 0.51 | 0.59 | Kforce |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 27.11% | 23.62% | Kforce |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $75 | $55 | Kforce |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.38 | $0.36 | Kforce |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.76 | 1.01 | Kforce |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Kforce vs Heidrick & Struggles Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kforce | -1.75% | -26.29% | -20.39% | -10.60% | -36.30% | -38.19% |
| Heidrick & Struggles | -3.32% | -7.02% | -7.42% | 9.91% | -6.68% | -2.34% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kforce | -47.61% | -40.91% | 11.71% | 21.63% | 150.48% | 240.36% |
| Heidrick & Struggles | 12.52% | 37.28% | 102.68% | 116.22% | 120.66% | 49.01% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Kforce vs Heidrick & Struggles
| Metric | KFRC | HSII |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $636.83M | $887.73M |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 376,460 | 75,840 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 227,580 | 125,210 |
| Last Close | $34.24 | $43.05 |
| 52 Week Range | $33.28 - $69.65 | $35.38 - $49.02 |
| % from 52W High | -50.84% | -12.18% |
| All-Time High | $81.47 (Nov 22, 2021) | $75.00 (Jul 17, 2000) |
| % from All-Time High | -57.97% | -42.60% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.06% | 0.07% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.26% | -0.05% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.03% | 0.01% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.06% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.29% | 0.02% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 64.29 | 21.52 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $7.60 | $22.55 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.14 | $15.74 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $71.38M | $121.63M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $71.28M | $148.72M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.86% | 1.40% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.15 | $0.60 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Kforce vs Heidrick & Struggles
| Metric | KFRC | HSII |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 14.39 | 119.58 |
| Forward P/E | 12.06 | 14.49 |
| PEG Ratio | 12.06 | 14.49 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.47 | 0.79 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 4.51 | 1.91 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $636.83M | $887.73M |
| Enterprise Value | $689.10M | $663.15M |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 0.51 | 0.59 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 10.81 | 6.90 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.76 | 1.01 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $7.60 | $22.55 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Kforce vs Heidrick & Struggles
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | KFRC | HSII |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $330.03M | $287.44M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $241.77M | $219.53M |
| Gross Profit | $88.26M | $67.91M |
| Research & Development | N/A | $6.39M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $11.63M | $16.23M |
| EBITDA | $13.10M | $21.08M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $11.07M | $17.62M |
| Income Tax | $2.92M | $4.31M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $8.15M | $13.31M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | KFRC | HSII |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $444,000 | $211.94M |
| Total Current Assets | $229.82M | $595.15M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $111.30M | $349.54M |
| Long-Term Debt | $77.77M | $82.44M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $138.03M | $465.05M |
| Retained Earnings | $546.92M | $215.99M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $21.43M | $80.86M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | KFRC | HSII |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $-2.09M | $-26.33M |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $-3.90M | $-234.96M |
| Debt Repayment | $-139.00M | N/A |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-21.07M | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | KFRC | HSII |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.23M | 379,748 |
| Short Ratio | 8.19 | 2.40 |
| Short % of Float | 0.09% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 376,460 | 75,840 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 227,580 | 125,210 |
| Shares Outstanding | 19.22M | 20.41M |
| Float Shares | 16.53M | 18.07M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.05% | 0.02% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.95% | 0.98% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Kforce vs Heidrick & Struggles
| Metric | KFRC | HSII |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.15 | $0.60 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.86% | 1.40% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.60% | 0.46% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 07, 2025 | May 15, 2025 |