UK 05:20 Monday, 5 October 2026
Breaking news and expert analysis on fast-moving AIM and LSE listed shares
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Previously writing on recruitment and training group Staffline (STAF), in June with the shares at 35p I concluded I was cautious despite a suggested modest prospective earnings multiple considering macroeconomic headwinds, competitive industry dynamics and net debt. A trading update today is headlined “Robust performance delivered full year underlying operating profit in-line with market expectations. Net cash (pre-IFRS 16) significantly ahead of market expectations maintaining ongoing balance sheet strength that underpinned £5 million share buyback programme in 2023”. So what of the shares currently below 23p – including a further more than 7% lower on the back of the trading update?
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