Kelly Services — Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary

Kelly Services reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of $0.9 billion, a 0.8% decrease year-over-year, though underlying revenue grew 2.3% after excluding discrete impacts from reduced demand in specific segments. The company posted adjusted operating earnings of $6.1 million and adjusted EBITDA of $21.3 million, resulting in an adjusted EBITDA margin of 2.3%, which expanded 50 basis points compared to the prior year. For the full year 2026, the company expects a mid-single digit total revenue decline and an adjusted EBITDA margin between 2.6% and 2.7%. Additionally, the board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share and renewed its share repurchase program for up to $50 million.