Hays Shares Decline Following 3% Drop in Q1 Net Fees

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1Hays shares declined after reporting a 3% drop in net fees during the first quarter of 2026.

Hays shares declined after reporting a 3% drop in net fees during the first quarter of 2026. Investing.com reported that the recruitment firm's financial performance led to a decrease in its share price following the announcement.

The decline in fees reflects a challenging environment in the global recruitment market during the first quarter. This performance follows recent labor market data, including a 3% unemployment rate in Switzerland on October 6, 2026, and a 5.3% unemployment rate in the Philippines on October 7, 2026.