ManpowerGroup Inc. Shares Plunge 5.18% on Disappointing Q1 Results
2min read ManpowerGroup Inc. (MAN) shares plummeted 5.18% intraday, marking the lowest level since December 2012. The stock has been on a downward spiral, declining 12.20% over the past two days.
The strategy of buying MAN shares after they reached a recent low and holding for 1 week yielded moderate returns over the past 5 years, with a 4.46% annualized return and a 21.64% total return as of the latest data point, April 30, 2025. However, the strategy underperformed the S&P 500 index, which had a higher annualized return and total return during the same period.ManpowerGroup Inc. reported disappointing first-quarter results for 2025, which has significantly impacted its stock price. The company's revenue for the first quarter of 2025 was US$4.09 billion, a 7.1% decrease compared to the same period in 2024. This decline in revenue is a major concern for investors, as it indicates a slowdown in the company's core business operations.
In addition to the revenue decline, ManpowerGroup's net income for the first quarter of 2025 was US$5.60 million, an 86% drop from the previous year. This sharp decrease in profitability has raised alarms among investors, who are now questioning the company's ability to maintain its financial health in the face of economic challenges.
Ask Aime: What's behind ManpowerGroup's (MAN) stock drop in 2025?
The disappointing financial results have led to a significant sell-off of ManpowerGroup's shares, with investors expressing concern over the company's future prospects. The stock has been on a downward trend, and the recent decline has only exacerbated investor worries. The company's management will need to address these concerns and provide a clear path forward to regain investor confidence.
