Recruitment Industry Report (2025-26)
What you’ll find in the Ebook
This report is based on the quarterly earnings reports of Robert Half, Korn Ferry, Kelly Services, Randstad, and ManpowerGroup.
The ebook covers:
- Key trends in the recruitment industry
- Revenue growth trends and analysis
- A deep dive into the key revenue trends
- How the big players are using AI
- 2026 Outlook: What to expect?
Finding the new normal
The past 8 quarters have been a masterclass in resilience for the recruitment industry. The 2024 playbook is outdated.
What worked last year fell flat in 2025. The economic uncertainties continue but the industry is finding a way to protect margins and scale.
The industry is going through a positive change—Quarterly revenue is increasing, operating expenses are reducing, and EBITDA is recovering. The role of a recruitment agency is changing rapidly.
Clients no longer want vendors who fill roles faster; they want strategic advisors who solve complex talent challenges, provide market intelligence, and deliver competitive advantage through people.
To get the most out of this report, use it like a compass to understand where the industry is headed.
