KELYB 8-K: Guidance cut

Kelly Services

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0000055135-26-000171

KELYB filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 5, 2026. Kelly Services reported Q3 2026 revenue of $0.9 billion, down 0.8% year-over-year, with adjusted EPS of $0.07 versus $0.17 a year earlier. The stock moved +0.0% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

Kelly Services reported Q3 2026 revenue of $0.9 billion, down 0.8% year-over-year, with adjusted EPS of $0.07 versus $0.17 a year earlier. The company adjusted its Q4 2026 outlook downward, citing delayed growth in Education and incremental demand pressure from a discrete ETM customer.

Key details

Q3 2026 revenue$900.0M
Q3 2026 adjusted EBITDA$21.3M
Q3 2026 adjusted EPS$0
Q3 2025 adjusted EPS$0
Q3 2026 operating earnings$600K
Q3 2026 adjusted operating earnings$6.1M
Q3 2025 goodwill impairment charge$102.0M
IssuerKelly Services Inc
Chief executive officerChris Layden

How KELYB stock reacted

Close before

$26.64

Nov 4, 2026

First close after

+0.00%

$26.64

5 trading days

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Frequently asked questions

What did KELYB file with the SEC on Nov 5, 2026?

KELYB filed a 8-K (Guidance cut). Kelly Services reported Q3 2026 revenue of $0.9 billion, down 0.8% year-over-year, with adjusted EPS of $0.07 versus $0.17 a year earlier. The company adjusted its Q4 2026 outlook downward, citing delayed growth in Education and incremental demand pressure from a discrete ETM customer.

What does a guidance cut mean for KELYB stock?

Guidance is the company’s own forecast. Investors price stocks on the future, so a raise or cut often moves the stock more than the past quarter’s numbers.

How do I read a 8-K?

A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more. The "Item" number tells you the topic (e.g. 2.02 results, 5.02 executive change, 1.01 new agreement, 1.03 bankruptcy). Exhibits (99.1 press release) usually hold the details.

Why are SEC filings important?

Public companies must tell the SEC about anything that can change their value — results, leadership changes, big deals, new shares, bankruptcy. Filings are the official source, often before the news. A 8-K (current report): A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

How did KELYB stock react to this filing?

KELYB closed at $26.64 before the filing and $26.64 on Nov 5, 2026 (+0.00%).

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