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- **Revenue decline persists**: Q3 2025 revenue down 9% YoY to $24.5 million, driven by 10% drop in contract staffing.
- **Profit improvement**: Near breakeven adjusted EBITDA (-$25k) vs. negative $329k YoY, aided by 8% SG&A reduction.
- **AI and offshore growth**: Investing in AI tools for recruiting/sales and doubling offshore recruiting capacity to 80+.
- **M&A focus**: Pursuing consulting/SP firms with AI capabilities, avoiding pure staffing acquisitions.
- **Cash position strong**: $18.6 million cash, no debt, targeting positive cash flow within 6 months.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- The company faces challenging macroeconomic conditions, including a cooling U.S. employment market and cautious business spending on contingent labor.
- The Industrial segment was sold in June 2025, with results now classified as discontinued operations.
- Q3 2025 revenue was $24.5 million (down 9% YoY), with contract staffing services declining 10% and direct hire placements stable.
- Gross margin improved to 35.4% (up 1.3ppts YoY) due to higher direct hire mix.
- Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA was negative $25,000 (near breakeven) vs. negative $329,000 YoY, driven by cost reductions.
- The company is investing in AI, offshore recruiting, and VMS/MSP business to adapt to market conditions.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Q3 2025 consolidated revenue: $24.5 million (down 9% YoY)
- Gross profit: $8.7 million (down 5% YoY), gross margin: 35.4% (up 1.3ppts YoY)
- SG&A expenses: $9 million (down 8% YoY)
- Net loss from continuing ops: $400,000 (vs. $18.1 million YoY)
- Cash position: $18.6 million (unchanged QoQ), no debt
- Free cash flow: negative $1.9 million YTD (vs. negative $1.2 million YoY)

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Capital Allocation**: Share buybacks will resume when cash flow positive, but M&A remains priority for growth.
- **M&A Strategy**: Seeking consulting/SP services firms with AI capabilities, avoiding pure staffing firms.
- **AI Impact**: Displacing low-skill roles but creating demand for AI specialists; using AI in recruiting/sales automation.
- **Offshore IT**: Expanded Hornet platform to 80+ recruiters, enabling rapid project execution.
- **Competitive Position**: Gross margins (35.4%) outperform peers despite revenue decline.
- **Cash Flow Target**: Expect positive cash flow within 6 months.


GEE (JOB)-14 Aug 25-2025 Q3 Earnings call transcript

Revenue

Sales and Services Revenue

Financing Services Revenue

Other Revenue

Cost of Revenue

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Other Cost

Gross Profit

Other Operating Income

Operating Expenses

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

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Research and Development Expenses

Loss on Bad Debts

Loss on Impairment of Other Assets

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Income (Loss) from Associates

Income (Loss) from Joint ventures

Gain (Loss) on Other Investment

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Net Interest Expense

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Deferred Income Tax

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Net Income from Continuing Operations

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Net Income

Net Income Attributable to Minority Interests

Net Income Attributable to Owners of the Company

Preferred Stock Dividends

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Other Comprehensive Income

Total Comprehensive Income

Total Comprehensive Income Attributable to Minority Interests

Total Comprehensive Income Attributable to Owners of the Company

Basic EPS

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Basic EPS from Discontinued Operations

Diluted EPS

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