Hudson Global Reports 2024 Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results
OLD GREENWICH, Conn., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudson Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:HSON), a leading global talent solutions company, announced today financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024.
2024 Fourth Quarter Summary
Revenue of $33.6 million decreased 1.1% from the fourth quarter of 2023, or 2.0% in constant currency.
Adjusted net revenue of $17.6 million increased 6.4% from the fourth quarter of 2023, or 5.7% in constant currency.
Net loss of $0.6 million, or $0.20 loss per diluted share, versus net income of $0.7 million, or $0.23 income per diluted share, in the fourth quarter of 2023. Adjusted net loss per diluted share (Non-GAAP measure)* decreased to $0.05 from adjusted net income per diluted share of $0.04 in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP measure)* increased to $0.9 million, versus adjusted EBITDA of $0.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2023.
2024 Full-Year Summary
Revenue of $140.1 million decreased 13.2% from 2023, or 13.2% in constant currency.
Adjusted net revenue of $70.2 million decreased 12.6% from 2023, or 12.8% in constant currency.
Net loss of $4.8 million, or $1.59 loss per diluted share, compared to net income of $2.2 million, or $0.70 income per diluted share, in 2023. Adjusted net loss per diluted share (Non-GAAP measure)* of $0.86 decreased from adjusted net income per diluted share of $0.86 in the prior year.
Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP measure)* was $0.9 million, versus adjusted EBITDA of $5.9 million in 2023.
Jeff Eberwein, Chief Executive Officer at Hudson Global, said, "Our fourth quarter financial results reflect modest improvement over the prior year quarter, with the Americas region delivering the strongest results. Throughout 2024, we contended with a general low level of global hiring activity as well as unusually low attrition at many legacy clients. Although these challenges are largely out of our control, we are well positioned to take advantage of future growth in the market. During the year, we invested in new technologies to best support our clients' recruitment needs and streamline operations, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding procedures. Altogether in 2024, we invested approximately $3.4 million in sales, marketing, and technology above maintenance levels to enhance future growth."
Jake Zabkowicz, Hudson RPO's Global CEO, noted, "Despite the challenging global talent environment, we continued to consistently deliver best-in-class service to a growing number of clients on a global scale. To that end, we are proud to have been named on the HRO Today's Baker's Dozen List for the 16th consecutive year in the list of top enterprise RPO providers, for the 12th consecutive year as a top RPO provider in APAC and for the 8th consecutive year as a top RPO provider in EMEA."
Mr. Zabkowicz continued, "We have been investing significantly to fuel future growth, and have enhanced our go-to-market strategy by expanding our service offering to existing and prospective clients alike. With the recent launch of our Digital Division, and the hiring of Stephanie Edwards as Chief Digital Officer, we are revolutionizing our digital capabilities and enterprise strategies to deliver innovative, efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality talent solutions to our clients worldwide."
* The Company provides Non-GAAP measures as a supplement to financial results based on accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP"). Constant currency, adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA, and adjusted net income or loss per diluted share are defined in the segment tables at the end of this release and a reconciliation of such Non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures is included within such segment tables.
Regional Highlights
All growth rate comparisons are in constant currency.
Americas
In the fourth quarter of 2024, Americas revenue of $7.3 million increased 18% and adjusted net revenue of $6.4 million increased 5% compared to the fourth quarter of 2023. EBITDA was $0.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to EBITDA of $0.2 million in same period last year. Adjusted EBITDA was $0.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to adjusted EBITDA loss of $0.7 million a year ago.
For full year 2024, Americas revenue of $27.9 million decreased 11% and adjusted net revenue of $25.1 million decreased 17% from 2023. EBITDA was $0.3 million for full year 2024 compared to EBITDA loss of $0.7 million in 2023. Adjusted EBITDA was $0.9 million for full year 2024 compared to adjusted EBITDA loss of $0.4 million in 2023.
Asia Pacific
Asia Pacific revenue of $20.0 million decreased 10% and adjusted net revenue of $7.4 million increased 6% in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. EBITDA was $0.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to EBITDA of $0.4 million a year ago. Asia Pacific adjusted EBITDA of $0.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 was flat versus adjusted EBITDA of $0.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2023.
For full year 2024, Asia Pacific revenue of $86.7 million decreased 16% and adjusted net revenue of $29.4 million decreased 12% compared to 2023. EBITDA for full year 2024 was $0.5 million, compared to EBITDA of $5.9 million in 2023. Adjusted EBITDA for full year 2024 was $2.4 million versus $7.6 million in 2023.
Europe, Middle East, and Africa ("EMEA")
EMEA revenue of $6.3 million increased 7% and adjusted net revenue of $3.8 million increased 5% in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to the fourth quarter of 2023. EBITDA loss was $0.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to EBITDA of $0.6 million in the same period one year ago. Adjusted EBITDA was $0.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to $0.6 million a year ago.
For full year 2024, EMEA revenue of $25.5 million decreased 5% and adjusted net revenue of $15.6 million decreased 8% compared to 2023. EBITDA was $0.3 million for full year 2024 compared to $1.6 million in 2023. Adjusted EBITDA was $1.0 million for full year 2024 compared to adjusted EBITDA of $2.4 million in 2023.
Corporate Costs
The Company's corporate costs of $0.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2024 excluded $0.0 million of non-recurring expenses. This compares to corporate costs of $0.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, which excluded $0.2 million of non-recurring expenses.
The Company's corporate costs of $3.4 million for the year ended 2024 excluded $0.9 million of non-recurring expenses. This compares to corporate costs of $3.7 million for the year ended 2023, which excluded $0.7 million of non-recurring expenses.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
The Company ended the fourth quarter of 2024 with $17.7 million in cash, including $0.7 million in restricted cash. The Company generated $2.0 million in cash flow from operations in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to $3.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. For the full year, the company used $2.8 million in cash flow from operations compared to generating $0.3 million in cash flow from operations in 2023.
Share Repurchase Program
As a reminder, the Company approved a $5 million common stock share repurchase program, effective August 8, 2023. In 2024, the Company purchased 154,084 shares for $2.5 million under this program and has $2.1 million remaining. The Company continues to view share repurchases as an attractive use of capital.
NOL Carryforward
As of December 31, 2024, Hudson Global had $240 million of usable net operating losses ("NOL") in the U.S., which the Company considers to be a very valuable asset for its stockholders. In order to protect the value of the NOL for all stockholders, the Company has a rights agreement and charter amendment in place that limit beneficial ownership of Hudson Global common stock to 4.99%. Stockholders who wish to own more than 4.99% of Hudson Global common stock, or who already own more than 4.99% of Hudson Global common stock and wish to buy more, may only acquire additional shares with the Board's prior written approval.
Conference Call/Webcast
The Company will conduct a conference call today, March 14, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss this announcement. Individuals wishing to listen can access the webcast on the investor information section of the Company's web site at hudsonrpo.com.
If you wish to join the conference call, please use the dial-in information below:
Toll-Free Dial-In Number: (833) 816-1383
International Dial-In Number: (412) 317-0476
The archived call will be available on the investor information section of the Company's web site at hudsonrpo.com.
About Hudson Global
Hudson Global, Inc. is a leading global total talent solutions provider operating under the brand name Hudson RPO. We deliver innovative, customized recruitment outsourcing and total talent solutions to organizations worldwide. Through our consultative approach, we develop tailored talent solutions designed to meet our clients' strategic growth initiatives. As a trusted advisor, we meet our commitments, deliver quality and value, and strive to exceed expectations.
For more information, please visit us at hudsonrpo.com or contact us at
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Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that the Company believes to be "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this press release, including statements regarding the Company's future financial condition, results of operations, business operations and business prospects, are forward-looking statements. Words such as "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "project," "intend," "plan," "predict," "believe" and similar words, expressions and variations of these words and expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are subject to important factors, risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including industry and economic conditions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Such factors, risks, uncertainties and assumptions include, but are not limited to, global economic fluctuations; the Company's ability to successfully achieve its strategic initiatives ; risks related to potential acquisitions or dispositions of businesses by the Company; the Company's ability to operate successfully as a company focused on its RPO business; risks related to fluctuations in the Company's operating results from quarter to quarter due to various factors such as rising inflationary pressures and interest rates; the loss of or material reduction in our business with any of the Company's largest customers; the ability of clients to terminate their relationship with the Company at any time; competition in the Company's markets; the negative cash flows and operating losses that may recur in the future; risks relating to how future credit facilities may affect or restrict our operating flexibility; risks associated with the Company's investment strategy; risks related to international operations, including foreign currency fluctuations, political events, trade wars, natural disasters or health crises, including the Russia-Ukraine war, and potential conflict in the Middle East; the Company's dependence on key management personnel; the Company's ability to attract and retain highly skilled professionals, management, and advisors; the Company's ability to collect accounts receivable; the Company's ability to maintain costs at an acceptable level; the Company's heavy reliance on information systems and the impact of potentially losing or failing to develop technology; risks related to providing uninterrupted service to clients; the Company's exposure to employment-related claims from clients, employers and regulatory authorities, current and former employees in connection with the Company's business reorganization initiatives, and limits on related insurance coverage; the Company's ability to utilize net operating loss carryforwards; volatility of the Company's stock price; the impact of government regulations and deregulation efforts; restrictions imposed by blocking arrangements; risks related to the use of new and evolving technologies; and the adverse impacts of cybersecurity threats and attacks. Additional information concerning these, and other factors is contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this document. The Company assumes no obligation, and expressly disclaims any obligation, to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Financial Tables Follow
HUDSON GLOBAL, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Year Ended
December 31,
December 31,
2024
2023
2024
2023
Revenue
$
33,600
$
33,971
$
140,056
$
161,338
Operating expenses:
Direct contracting costs and reimbursed expenses
15,996
17,421
69,904
81,071
Salaries and related
13,910
13,653
58,309
62,859
Office and general
2,539
2,924
10,703
10,915
Marketing and promotion
961
849
3,588
3,643
Depreciation and amortization
319
391
1,361
1,467
Total operating expenses
33,725
35,238
143,865
159,955
Operating (loss) income
(125
)
(1,267
)
(3,809
)
1,383
Non-operating income (expense):
Interest income, net
80
88
360
372
Other income (expense), net
297
1,134
(21
)
813
Income (loss) before income taxes
252
(45
)
(3,470
)
2,568
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes
837
(778
)
1,300
370
Net (loss) income
$
(585
)
$
733
$
(4,770
)
$
2,198
(Loss) earnings per share:
Basic
$
(0.20
)
$
0.24
$
(1.59
)
$
0.72
Diluted
$
(0.20
)
$
0.23
$
(1.59
)
$
0.70
Weighted-average shares outstanding:
Basic
2,974
3,072
3,000
3,064
Diluted
2,974
3,158
3,000
3,140
HUDSON GLOBAL, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
(unaudited)
December 31,2024
December 31,2023
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
17,011
$
22,611
Accounts receivable, less allowance for expected credit losses of $391 and $378, respectively
20,093
19,710
Restricted cash, current
476
354
Prepaid and other
2,560
3,172
Total current assets
40,140
45,847
Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $1,668 and $1,564, respectively
242
421
Operating lease right-of-use assets
1,024
1,431
Goodwill
5,703
5,749
Intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization of $3,897 and $2,771, respectively
2,491
3,628
Deferred tax assets
2,648
3,360
Restricted cash
180
205
Other assets
155
317
Total assets
$
52,583
$
60,958
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
$
1,789
$
868
Accrued salaries, commissions, and benefits
4,306
4,939
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
4,504
4,635
Operating lease obligations, current
623
768
Total current liabilities
11,222
11,210
Income tax payable
93
87
Operating lease obligations
441
664
Other liabilities
399
443
Total liabilities
12,155
12,404
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders' equity:
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 10,000 shares authorized; none issued or outstanding
—
—
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 20,000 shares authorized; 4,033 and 3,896 shares issued; 2,750 and 2,807 shares outstanding, respectively
4
4
Additional paid-in capital
494,209
493,036
Accumulated deficit
(430,017
)
(425,247
)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of applicable tax
(2,717
)
(1,290
)
Treasury stock, 1,283 and 1,089 shares, respectively, at cost
(21,051
)
(17,949
)
Total stockholders' equity
40,428
48,554
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
$
52,583
$
60,958
HUDSON GLOBAL, INC.
SEGMENT ANALYSIS - QUARTER TO DATE
(in thousands)
(unaudited)
For The Three Months Ended December 31, 2024
Americas
Asia Pacific
EMEA
Corporate
Total
Revenue, from external customers
$
7,350
$
19,986
$
6,264
$
—
$
33,600
Adjusted net revenue, from external customers (1)
$
6,361
$
7,396
$
3,847
$
—
$
17,604
Net loss
