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Kelly Services, Inc. (KELYA) has submitted its 10-Q filing for the quarterly period ended September 29, 2024.
The filing reports a decrease in revenue from services to $1,038.1 million from $1,118.0 million in the same quarter the previous year, largely due to the sale of the EMEA staffing operations.
Gross profit for the quarter was $221.7 million, down from $228.5 million in the previous year, with a gross profit rate increase to 21.4% from 20.4% due to changes in business mix.
SG&A expenses excluding depreciation and amortization decreased to $204.5 million from $218.4 million, reflecting cost management efforts.
Net earnings for the quarter were $0.8 million, compared to $6.6 million in the previous year, primarily due to lower revenue and increased interest expenses.
The company completed the acquisition of Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC on May 31, 2024, which contributed to the increase in revenue for the Science, Engineering & Technology segment.
Kelly Services completed the sale of its EMEA staffing operations on January 2, 2024, resulting in a gain of $1.6 million recorded in the first nine months of 2024.
Cash provided by operating activities was $11.9 million, while cash used in investing activities was $355.5 million, primarily due to the acquisition of MRP.
The company reported long-term borrowings of $188.2 million on its securitization facility and $40.0 million on its revolving credit facility as of the end of the third quarter.
Kelly Services continues to focus on cost management and strategic acquisitions to drive future growth, despite current market challenges.
This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov. The original data was derived from the Kelly Services Inc. Class A Common Stock quarterly 10-Q report dated November 7, 2024. To report an error, please email earnings@qz.com.