Latest Ratios: P/E Ratio -0.8x · EV/EBITDA N/A · ROE -61.3%. (2000–2025 historical series)
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $158M | $173M | $378M | $532M | $610M | $475M | $354M | $501M | $510M | $423M | $583M |
| Enterprise Value | $97M | $112M | $283M | $433M | $581M | $474M | $388M | $501M | $517M | $409M | $467M |
| P/E Ratio → | -0.79 | — | 18.00 | 9.79 | 9.09 | 18.69 | 12.49 | 15.88 | 27.25 | 22.59 | 19.15 |
| P/S Ratio | 0.29 | 0.31 | 0.60 | 0.69 | 0.76 | 0.75 | 0.50 | 0.69 | 0.78 | 0.73 | 0.97 |
| P/B Ratio | 0.74 | 0.83 | 0.90 | 1.28 | 1.64 | 1.44 | 1.17 | 1.77 | 1.90 | 1.78 | 1.70 |
| P/FCF | 9.78 | 10.66 | 18.21 | 6.68 | 13.12 | 13.15 | 7.51 | 13.65 | 38.78 | 18.03 | 16.26 |
| P/OCF | 8.37 | 9.13 | 17.26 | 6.52 | 12.34 | 11.88 | 7.15 | 11.49 | 33.20 | 14.98 | 15.24 |
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Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 0.20 | 0.45 | 0.56 | 0.72 | 0.75 | 0.55 | 0.69 | 0.79 | 0.70 | 0.78 |
| EV / EBITDA | — | — | 7.60 | 5.33 | 6.32 | 14.78 | 8.19 | 8.55 | 13.96 | 10.81 | 8.15 |
| EV / EBIT | — | 40.61 | 8.60 | 5.69 | 6.92 | 19.53 | 10.42 | 9.99 | 16.88 | 11.89 | 8.68 |
| EV / FCF | — | 6.90 | 13.61 | 5.44 | 12.51 | 13.14 | 8.23 | 13.64 | 39.28 | 17.42 | 13.02 |
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 37.6% | 37.6% | 38.9% | 40.4% | 39.3% | 38.3% | 39.2% | 38.7% | 37.6% | 37.9% | 38.8% |
| Operating Margin | -35.7% | -35.7% | 4.5% | 9.4% | 10.4% | 3.6% | 5.2% | 6.9% | 4.7% | 5.9% | 9.0% |
| Net Profit Margin | -34.8% | -34.8% | 3.3% | 7.0% | 8.3% | 4.0% | 4.0% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 3.2% | 5.1% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | -61.3% | -61.3% | 5.0% | 13.8% | 19.1% | 8.0% | 9.7% | 11.4% | 7.4% | 6.4% | 8.9% |
| ROA | -47.0% | -47.0% | 4.0% | 9.8% | 12.2% | 4.8% | 5.9% | 7.3% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 7.3% |
| ROIC | -62.9% | -62.9% | 6.8% | 16.6% | 18.6% | 5.2% | 8.9% | 13.5% | 9.2% | 11.5% | 17.7% |
| ROCE | -58.9% | -58.9% | 6.6% | 16.3% | 19.0% | 5.4% | 9.5% | 14.9% | 9.7% | 10.7% | 15.4% |
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.03 | 0.04 | 0.20 | 0.22 | 0.43 | 0.15 | 0.23 | 0.20 | — |
| Debt / EBITDA | — | — | 0.36 | 0.22 | 0.82 | 2.31 | 2.74 | 0.73 | 1.70 | 1.27 | — |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | -0.29 | -0.23 | -0.24 | -0.08 | -0.00 | 0.11 | -0.00 | 0.02 | -0.06 | -0.34 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | — | — | -2.57 | -1.22 | -0.31 | -0.01 | 0.72 | -0.00 | 0.18 | -0.38 | -2.02 |
| Debt / FCF | — | -3.76 | -4.60 | -1.24 | -0.62 | -0.01 | 0.73 | -0.00 | 0.50 | -0.61 | -3.23 |
| Interest Coverage | — | — | — | 137.94 | 78.98 | 15.18 | 18.09 | 22.90 | 16.40 | 44.50 | — |
Net cash position: cash ($86M) exceeds total debt ($25M)
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 2.70 | 2.70 | 3.32 | 2.72 | 2.48 | 2.33 | 2.43 | 2.10 | 2.06 | 2.32 | 3.20 |
| Quick Ratio | 2.70 | 2.70 | 3.32 | 2.72 | 2.48 | 2.33 | 2.43 | 2.03 | 2.06 | 2.32 | 3.08 |
| Cash Ratio | 1.14 | 1.14 | 1.50 | 1.20 | 0.84 | 0.74 | 1.01 | 0.47 | 0.60 | 0.87 | 1.64 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 1.81 | 1.24 | 1.46 | 1.38 | 1.21 | 1.33 | 1.70 | 1.51 | 1.60 | 1.42 |
| Inventory Turnover | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 74.66 | — | — | 43.38 |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | 71.03 | 66.95 | 66.87 | 85.38 | 89.08 | 67.02 | 67.86 | 73.20 | 62.64 | 59.65 |
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 12.2% | 10.8% | 5.0% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 3.8% | 5.0% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Payout Ratio | — | — | 89.5% | 34.6% | 27.7% | 72.3% | 62.2% | 51.3% | 75.8% | 75.9% | 46.3% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | — | — | 5.6% | 10.2% | 11.0% | 5.3% | 8.0% | 6.3% | 3.7% | 4.4% | 5.2% |
| FCF Yield | 10.2% | 9.4% | 5.5% | 15.0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 13.3% | 7.3% | 2.6% | 5.5% | 6.2% |
| Buyback Yield | 8.2% | 7.5% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 1.4% | 6.0% | 1.0% | 28.1% | 4.8% |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 20.4% | 18.3% | 7.1% | 6.4% | 6.3% | 3.8% | 6.4% | 9.2% | 3.8% | 31.4% | 7.2% |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $33M | $34M | $34M | $34M | $33M | $32M | $32M | $31M | $33M | $38M |
Persistent Revenue Contraction
Based on reported financial data, RGP trades at a P/S of 0.25 and a P/FCF of 8.63, suggesting that the market is pricing the firm as a distressed asset rather than a growth-oriented professional services provider, despite the company's historically conservative capital structure and significant cash reserves.
The current valuation multiples appear to reflect deep skepticism regarding the company's ability to return to historical profitability levels. Investors should monitor whether the low P/S ratio represents a genuine value opportunity or a permanent impairment of the firm's competitive positioning in the consulting market.
As reported in recent financial statements, RGP's ROIC has plummeted to -2.1% in 2026Q3, a stark reversal from positive territory, indicating that the firm is currently failing to generate adequate returns on its invested capital as operational losses erode the underlying equity base.
The collapse in ROIC appears driven by the inability to maintain operating margins while the asset base undergoes significant restructuring. This trend warrants further investigation into whether the firm's current business model can achieve a positive spread over its cost of capital without a fundamental shift in service delivery.
According to quarterly filings, RGP's DSO has remained elevated near 76 days, suggesting that the firm's ability to convert billable hours into cash is being hampered by client payment cycles, which exacerbates the liquidity strain caused by the ongoing contraction in top-line revenue.
The lack of improvement in DSO during a period of declining revenue suggests that the firm may have limited leverage over its client base regarding payment terms. This inefficiency appears to be a structural drag on cash flow, potentially limiting the company's ability to fund internal initiatives during this downturn.
Based on the company's balance sheet, RGP maintains a negligible D/E ratio of 0.13, which provides a significant buffer against insolvency, yet the lack of meaningful interest coverage suggests that the firm's current operational losses are the primary threat to its long-term financial stability.
While the low debt levels are a clear strength, they do not compensate for the lack of operating profitability. Investors should monitor whether the firm's reliance on cash reserves to sustain operations and dividends is sustainable if the current revenue contraction persists into future quarters.
As noted in industry analysis, the market frequently misapplies generic staffing firm valuation multiples to RGP, which obscures the firm's unique role as a specialized project-based consulting provider that is more sensitive to regulatory cycles than to broad-based labor market unemployment trends.
Using standard staffing metrics ignores the high-value nature of RGP's transformation and transaction work, which requires a different analytical framework focused on billable utilization and project duration. Analysts should instead prioritize tracking the firm's ability to capture high-margin regulatory mandates, which are less correlated with general economic staffing demand.
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Resources Connection, Inc.'s current P/E ratio is -0.8x. The historical average is 24.6x.
Resources Connection, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) is -61.3%. The historical average is 20.1%.
Based on historical data, Resources Connection, Inc. is trading at a P/E of -0.8x. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
Resources Connection, Inc.'s current dividend yield is 12.23%.
Resources Connection, Inc. has 37.6% gross margin and -35.7% operating margin.