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Kforce, Inc. KFRC

Industrials — Staffing & Employment Services
Dividend Champion (5y)
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Insider Decisions

Total sells
0.11
in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy — — — — — — — — — — — —
Sell — — — — — — — — — 1 — —
Insider Ownership
1.21%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap
924.10
Revenue
1,344.36
Net Income
36.48
Free Cash Flow
22.56
Net Debt
106.77
Current Ratio
1.93
Debt/Equity
0.87
P/E ratio
24.34
P/S ratio
0.64
P/B ratio
7.00
Past 5Y EPS Growth
4.33%
This Y EPS Growth
21.49%
Next Y EPS Growth
21.60%
Next 5Y EPS Growth
20.89%
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio
0.41
Annual Dividend Rate
1.44
Annual Dividend Yield
2.23%
total individual payouts
2028 ‡‡‡
2027 ‡‡‡
2026 1.60
—
—
—
2025 1.56
—
—
—
—
2024 1.52
—
—
—
—
2023 1.44
—
—
—
—
2022 1.20
—
—
—
—
2021 0.98
—
—
—
—
2020 0.80
—
—
—
—
2019 0.72
—
—
—
—
2018 0.60
—
—
—
—
2017 0.48
—
—
—
—
2016 0.48
—
—
—
—
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Cash 0.12 0.35 2.14 0.33
Receivables 233.43 215.69 190.46 220.86
Inventory — — — —
Other — — — —
244.46 225.41 202.27 231.31
2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Payables 64.80 61.75 67.61 62.86
ST’ Debt — — — —
Other — — — —
102.98 112.46 113.73 119.76
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Cash Flow ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Earnings ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Book Value ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡

Revenue

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 330.36 349.33 — —
—
’25 330.03 334.32 332.65 332.02
1,329.01
’24 351.89 356.32 353.32 343.78
1,405.31
’23 406.00 389.19 373.12 363.45
1,531.76
’22 416.97 436.52 437.62 419.66
1,710.77
’21 363.23 403.61 402.73 410.36
1,579.92
’20 335.21 343.02 365.42 354.05
1,397.70
in millions of $

Operating Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 (4.05) (2.67) — —
—
’25 0.25 18.37 23.32 19.71
61.65
’24 13.17 20.94 30.98 21.79
86.87
’23 19.06 21.38 28.63 22.41
91.47
’22 38.74 32.02 7.30 12.74
90.81
’21 22.43 14.15 23.37 12.96
72.90
’20 3.01 35.96 54.91 15.29
109.16
in millions of $

Free Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 (7.40) (6.52) — —
—
’25 (3.90) 14.22 19.82 16.67
46.81
’24 11.29 17.83 27.46 22.72
79.30
’23 17.18 18.30 27.50 20.72
83.70
’22 36.52 30.78 6.11 9.29
82.70
’21 21.08 36.32 21.26 11.54
90.20
’20 1.03 37.69 53.40 14.11
106.23
in millions of $

EPS

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 0.46 0.73 — —
—
’25 0.45 0.59 0.63 0.30
1.96
’24 0.58 0.75 0.75 0.60
2.68
’23 0.82 0.95 0.54 0.82
3.13
’22 0.93 1.30 1.09 0.35
3.68
’21 0.62 1.00 0.96 0.98
3.54
’20 0.42 0.47 0.89 0.86
2.62

Target Price Range

High
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Average
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Low
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Recommendation Rating

2.4
1
Buy
2
3
Hold
4
5
Sell
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 49.35 50.89 52.96 24.49 — — —
Low Price
‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 78.15 71.16 74.79 57.60 — — —
High Price
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 2,000 1,800 1,700 1,600 — — —
Employees
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.86 0.85 0.83 0.83 — — —
Revenue/Emp
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1,710.77 1,531.76 1,405.31 1,329.01 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Revenue
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 29.29% 27.88% 27.43% 27.19% — — —
Gross Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 102.44 85.25 67.62 46.95 ‡‡‡‡‡ — —
EBT
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 5.99% 5.57% 4.81% 3.53% ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
EBT Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 75.43 61.08 50.41 34.83 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Net Income
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 4.43 5.01 5.92 5.55 — — —
Depreciation
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 85.31 79.83 75.66 75.19 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Revenue/Sh
‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ 3.68 3.13 2.68 1.96 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Earnings/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 4.53 4.77 4.68 3.49 ‡‡‡‡ — —
Cash Flow/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (0.40) (0.40) (0.41) (0.84) ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Capex/Sh
‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 4.12 4.36 4.27 2.65 — — —
Free CF/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 9.09 8.29 8.32 7.05 ‡‡‡‡‡ — —
Book Value/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 20.05 19.19 18.57 17.68 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Shares
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 14.87 21.42 21.16 15.70 ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡
PE Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.64 0.84 0.75 0.41 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
PS Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 6.01 8.09 6.81 4.39 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
PB Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.66 0.87 0.78 0.46 ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡
EV/Sales
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 13.60 15.91 13.74 13.13 — — —
EV/FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 90.81 91.47 86.87 61.65 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Op' Cash Flow
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (8.11) (7.76) (7.57) (14.84) ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ —
Capex
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 82.70 83.70 79.30 46.81 ‡‡‡‡‡ — —
FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 146.33 141.48 112.95 88.54 — — —
Working Cap'
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 30.18 41.60 32.70 66.40 — — —
Total Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 30.06 41.48 32.35 64.26 — — —
Net Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 182.20 159.08 154.62 124.60 — — —
Sh' Equity
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 16.85% 16.29% 14.09% 9.63% ‡‡‡‡‡ — —
ROA
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 34.41% 27.15% 23.31% 16.57% — — —
ROIC
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 40.71% 35.79% 32.14% 24.94% ‡‡‡‡‡ — —
ROE
predictions in italic, sparklines do not include predictions

Analyst Commentary (Summary)

Kforce Inc. (KFRC), a battle-tested player in tech and professional staffing, has navigated economic ups and downs like a pro—from post-2008 recovery to COVID chaos and recent hiring slowdowns. Revenue hit a record $1.71 billion in 2022 but dipped to $1.41 billion in 2024 amid Fed hikes and tech layoffs, yet the stock’s sharp plunge suggests deep undervaluation, with analyst targets pointing to 31-38% upside from current levels.

What stands out is KFRC’s efficiency overhaul: revenue per employee jumped 75% to $827,000 despite slashing headcount by 39%, fueling robust free cash flow ($4.27 per share in 2024) and a rock-solid balance sheet with near-zero net debt. Profitability holds up with ROIC at 23% (beating peers), even as margins face wage pressures, while aggressive buybacks have shrunk shares 29% over a decade, boosting per-share metrics.

Looking ahead, forecasts show revenue stabilizing with mid-single-digit growth by 2027, EPS ticking up to $2.77, and insider buys signaling confidence at prices 30% above today’s. In a cyclical industry, KFRC’s cash machine and resilience echo past rebounds—could this be your next 20-30% winner? Dive into the full analysis for the numbers, charts, and risks that make the case.

Read full commentary →

Kforce, Inc. (KFRC) Latest News

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9 Aug

3 , 7:15 AM
Analysts raised margin expectations for Kforce, lifting fair value estimates for the stock. Margin expectation increases directly support higher fair value without shifting core operations.

29 Jul

3 , 1:17 AM
Kforce achieved sequential growth in Q2, driven by consulting services and AI talent demand. Consulting and AI talent are boosting Kforce sequential growth without fundamentally redefining its trajectory.

28 Jul

4 , 1:00 AM
Kforce Inc reported strong revenue growth in Q2 2026 and outlined a strategic focus on AI initiatives. Strong revenue growth paired with AI strategy signals major positive shifts in company trajectory and market positioning.

3 transcript app.moby.co, 8:30 AM
Kforce Inc. conducted its Q2 2026 earnings call covering financial results and business outlook. Earnings call details typically influence near-term stock sentiment through performance metrics and guidance.

27 Jul

3 , 5:35 PM
Kforce (KFRC) exceeded Q2 earnings and revenue estimates. Beating quarterly earnings and revenue estimates signals stronger than expected financial results.

3 , 4:17 PM
Kforce reported Q2 CY2026 results in line with expectations and issued optimistic sales guidance for the next quarter. Optimistic next-quarter sales guidance can moderately lift near-term investor sentiment and stock performance.

3 , 4:04 PM
Kforce reported second quarter 2026 revenue of $349.3 million, up 4.5% year over year. Quarterly revenue growth reflects routine financial results with moderate potential to influence near-term stock sentiment.

3 , 1:01 PM
Kforce (KFRC) Q2 earnings expectations center on revenue and EPS estimates from analysts, reflecting staffing sector trends and company performance outlook. Upcoming earnings release and associated expectations can moderately shift short-term stock sentiment and valuation without fundamentally redefining long-term strategy.

16 Jul

4 , 4:25 PM
Kforce (KFRC) shares surge sharply today on positive developments that have lifted investor sentiment and buying activity. Stock surge reflects major positive catalyst likely to influence near-term valuation and sentiment.

28 Jun

3 , 2:07 AM
Analysts raised Kforce (KFRC) fair value estimate after increasing projected growth rates and profit margins. Fair value upgrades from revised growth and margin assumptions produce moderate short-term effects on valuation and sentiment.

23 May

3 GuruFocus.com, 6:10 AM
Talent economics factors underpin Kforce's competitive market position. Analysis of talent economics may moderately affect perceptions of Kforce's positioning and operations.

13 May

3 StockStory, 11:40 AM
Kforce (KFRC) Q1 earnings results spark debate on whether to buy, sell, or hold the stock, analyzing financial performance, guidance, and market outlook. Q1 earnings directly influence financial performance and investor sentiment but effects are balanced by broader market factors.

29 Apr

3 Zacks, 12:20 PM
Earnings estimates for Kforce (KFRC) are rising, driven by recent positive revisions from analysts, signaling potential stock upside and prompting buy considerations amid improving outlook. Upward earnings estimate revisions signal moderately positive financial expectations, influencing investor sentiment without fundamentally altering long-term trajectory.

28 Apr

5 www.fool.com, 2:21 PM
Kforce Inc. (KFRC) stock surges dramatically today, poised for massive gains due to strong positive catalysts driving it to the moon. Explosive stock surge indicates game-changing positive momentum redefining KFRC's competitive position and long-term prospects.

4 StockStory, 12:20 PM
Kforce Inc. (KFRC) reported broad-based growth across segments in Q1, with accelerating demand driven by AI initiatives boosting tech and finance placements. Broad-based Q1 growth and AI-driven demand acceleration signal major positive shifts in revenue trajectory and market positioning.

4 app.moby.co, 8:30 AM
Kforce Inc. (KFRC) released Q1 2026 earnings call summary detailing quarterly financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance. Quarterly earnings summaries reveal financial performance and guidance that significantly influence KFRC's stock price and market trajectory.

4 GuruFocus.com, 3:04 AM
Kforce Inc (KFRC) reported revenue growth in Q1 2026 earnings call and announced strategic investments in AI to enhance operations and competitiveness. Revenue growth confirms financial strength while AI investments represent a major strategic shift enhancing future market positioning.

27 Apr

4 transcript www.fool.com, 11:03 PM
Kforce (KFRC) Q1 2026 earnings call transcript released, covering financial results, management discussion, and future outlook. Q1 2026 earnings transcript discloses financial performance, strategic updates, and guidance directly impacting KFRC's market trajectory and investor sentiment.

4 StockStory, 4:18 PM
Kforce (NYSE:KFRC) Q1 CY2026 earnings showed revenue in line with expectations, driving a 16.9% stock price surge. 16.9% stock jump post-earnings signals significant boost to investor sentiment and market performance.

4 Business Wire, 4:03 PM
Kforce, Inc. (KFRC) reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $330.4 million, returning to year-over-year growth. Resuming year-over-year revenue growth indicates strengthened financial performance and boosts investor confidence in KFRC's trajectory.

4 transcript www.fool.com, 11:37 AM
Kforce (KFRC) Q2 2025 earnings call transcript released, covering quarterly financial results, operational updates, and forward-looking guidance from management. Q2 2025 earnings transcript details financial performance and guidance, likely driving significant shifts in investor sentiment and stock trajectory.

3 Zacks, 5:15 PM
Kforce (KFRC) Q1 earnings and revenues exceeded analyst estimates. Beating Q1 earnings and revenue estimates moderately boosts KFRC's financial performance and investor sentiment.

23 Feb

3 StockStory, 11:03 PM
Kforce Inc. (KFRC) carries three compelling reasons to avoid investment, alongside a single recommended stock alternative. Bearish recommendations target KFRC's vulnerabilities, likely exerting moderate pressure on market sentiment and performance.

17 Feb

3 StockStory, 3:41 PM
Kforce (KFRC) shares fell over 10% today after the company reported third-quarter earnings that missed analyst estimates due to weaker demand in technology and finance staffing segments, coupled with cautious guidance amid economic uncertainty. Missed earnings and soft guidance indicate moderate pressure on near-term financials and market sentiment without fundamentally altering long-term operations.

11 Feb

3 StockStory, 11:40 PM
Kforce, Inc. (KFRC) is highlighted among three cash-producing stocks that exhibit questionable fundamentals. Despite generating cash flow, concerns arise regarding the company's financial health and operational efficiency. Investors are cautioned to consider these factors when evaluating KFRC's long-term viability and market position. Concerns about financial health and operational efficiency may moderately influence investor sentiment and performance.

3 Zacks, 8:38 AM
Options trading activity for Kforce, Inc. (KFRC) has seen a notable increase, suggesting that traders may anticipate significant movements in the stock price. The heightened interest in options could indicate expectations of volatility or upcoming events that could impact the company's performance. Analysts are observing this trend closely to gauge potential implications for Kforce's market position and investor sentiment. Increased options trading activity may signal expectations of volatility that could moderately influence Kforce's market performance.

9 Feb

3 transcript StockStory, 12:32 AM
Kforce, Inc. (KFRC) held its Q4 earnings call, addressing key analyst questions regarding financial performance, market trends, and strategic initiatives. Analysts focused on revenue growth, workforce dynamics, and the impact of economic conditions on the staffing industry. The company highlighted its adaptability and plans for future investments to enhance service offerings and client relationships. Overall, the call provided insights into Kforce's operational strategies and outlook for the upcoming quarters. The earnings call revealed insights that may moderately influence Kforce's financial performance and competitive positioning.

4 Feb

4 Zacks, 12:00 PM
Kforce, Inc. (KFRC) has been upgraded to a 'Buy' rating by analysts, reflecting positive sentiment about the company's growth potential and market position. The upgrade is based on strong financial performance, favorable market conditions, and strategic initiatives that are expected to enhance profitability. Investors are encouraged to consider this upgrade as a signal of Kforce's improving outlook in the staffing and workforce solutions sector. The upgrade to 'Buy' indicates significant positive sentiment and potential for improved financial performance.

3 Zacks, 9:55 AM
Kforce, Inc. (KFRC) is currently facing expectations from Wall Street analysts for its stock to climb 27.92%. Analysts are optimistic about the company's growth potential, driven by strong demand in the staffing and workforce solutions sector. The company's recent performance and strategic initiatives are contributing to positive sentiment among investors. However, market conditions and competition may influence the stock's ability to reach these projected levels. Analysts' expectations indicate a moderately noticeable influence on Kforce's market performance due to growth potential in the staffing sector.

3 Zacks, 9:40 AM
Kforce, Inc. (KFRC) is currently being evaluated for potential undervaluation in the stock market. Analysts are examining the company's financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects to determine if the stock price accurately reflects its value. Factors such as recent performance trends and industry conditions are influencing this assessment, leading to discussions about whether now is an opportune time for investors to consider Kforce shares. Current evaluations suggest a moderately noticeable influence on Kforce's financial performance and market sentiment.
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