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ManpowerGroup Inc (MAN) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

ManpowerGroup Inc stock (MAN) is currently trading at $28.23. ManpowerGroup Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.07. Analyst consensus price target for MAN is $38.89. WallStSmart rates MAN as Hold.

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MAN

ManpowerGroup Inc

NYSEINDUSTRIALS
$28.23
$0.36 (1.29%)
52W$25.15
$57.05
Target$38.89+37.8%

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Smart Analysis

ManpowerGroup Inc (MAN) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

ManpowerGroup Inc (MAN) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.9410/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Price/SalesValuation
0.0710/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Price/BookValuation
0.6010/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

EPS GrowthGrowth
33.80%10/10

Earnings per share surging 33.80% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
113.50%10/10

113.50% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
7.1
Attractive
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.0688
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.137
Undervalued
MAN Target Price
$38.89
30% Upside

ManpowerGroup Inc (MAN) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 2.0/10
Return on EquityProfitability
-0.64%0/10

Company is destroying shareholder value

Profit MarginProfitability
-0.07%0/10

Company is losing money with a negative profit margin

Operating MarginProfitability
2.03%1/10

Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure

Revenue GrowthGrowth
7.10%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 7.10%

Market CapQuality
$1.24B5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

ManpowerGroup Inc (MAN) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 61/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 2.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.94), Price/Sales (0.07), Price/Book (0.60) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 33.80%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 7.10%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -0.64%, Operating Margin at 2.03%, Profit Margin at -0.07%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -0.64% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 7.10% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Price/Sales) and negatives (Return on Equity, Profit Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

MAN Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

MAN's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.07x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 0.16x (2th percentile). The current valuation is 77% below its historical high of 0.3x set in Nov 2017, and 15% above its historical low of 0.06x in Feb 2009.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for ManpowerGroup Inc (MAN) · INDUSTRIALSSTAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

The Big Picture

ManpowerGroup Inc is in a turnaround phase, with management focused on restoring profitability. Revenue reached 18.0B with 7% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -7.0% profit margin.

Key Findings

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 168M in free cash flow and 179M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Operating at a Loss

The company is unprofitable with a -7.0% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.

What to Watch Next

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 5.5%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact ManpowerGroup Inc.

Bottom Line

ManpowerGroup Inc is in turnaround mode. The path to profitability remains the critical question. Speculative investors may see opportunity in the recovery story, but conservative investors should wait for consistent positive earnings before committing capital.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About ManpowerGroup Inc(MAN)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

INDUSTRIALS

Industry

STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Country

USA

ManpowerGroup Inc. provides solutions and services for the workforce in the Americas, Southern Europe, Northern Europe, and the Asia Pacific and Middle East region. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.