Barrett Business Services Stock (NASDAQ: BBSI)

Barrett Business Services (NASDAQ:BBSI) Stock

BARRETT BUSINESS SVCS INC

Barrett Bus Servs

Barrett Business Services Inc is a provider of payroll administrative services and staffing services. The company categories of services include professional employer services and staffing. Professional employer services offer payroll management, payroll tax services, and workers' compensation coverage solutions, as well as workforce management services, including hiring and termination of employees. Staffing offers temporary staffing services, as well as contract staffing, long-term or indefinite on-site management, and direct placement services. The company operates in the United States of America. It generates maximum revenue from the Professional employer service fees.

Barrett Business Services, Inc. - Common Stock

Barrett Business Services Inc

Anthony Meeker to Continue as Director
VANCOUVER, Wash., June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>), a leading provider of business management solutions and one of the largest professional employer organizations (PEO) in the U.S., today announced that Joseph S. Clabby has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors. He succeeds Tony Meeker, who will continue to serve as a member of the board.

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BBSI

Barrett Business Services Appoints Joseph S. Clabby As Chairman Of The Board, Succeeding Tony Meeker Who Will Remain On The Board As Director

Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.04) per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.13) by 69.23 percent. This is a 300 percent decrease over losses of $(0.01) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $292.57 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $285.91 million by 2.33 percent. This is a 10.08 percent increase over sales of $265.78 million the same period last year.

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Barrett Bus Servs Q1 EPS $(0.04) Beats $(0.13) Estimate, Sales $292.57M Beat $285.91M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For May 7, 2025

Barrington Research analyst Vincent Colicchio maintains Barrett Business Services (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $45 price target.

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Analyst Ratings

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Barrett Business Services, Maintains $45 Price Target

Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.63 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.62 by 1.61 percent. This is a 16.67 percent increase over earnings of $0.54 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $304.82 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $293.65 million by 3.80 percent. This is a 10.17 percent increase over sales of $276.68 million the same period last year.

Barrett Bus Servs Q4 GAAP EPS $0.63 Beats $0.62 Estimate, Sales $304.82M Beat $293.65M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For February 26, 2025

Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Barrett Bus Servs, presenting an average target of $44.0, a high estimate of $45.00, and a low estimate of $41.00. Observing a 3.53% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $42.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733950860_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The perception of Barrett Bus Servs by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<td>Vincent Colicchio</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
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<td>Vincent Colicchio</td>
<td>Barrington Research</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
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<td>Jeff Martin</td>
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<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
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<td>Vincent Colicchio</td>
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<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Barrett Bus Servs. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Barrett Bus Servs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Barrett Bus Servs's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Barrett Bus Servs's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Barrett Bus Servs</h2>
Barrett Business Services Inc is a provider of payroll administrative services and staffing services. The company categories of services include professional employer services and staffing. Professional employer services offer payroll management, payroll tax services, and workers' compensation coverage solutions, as well as workforce management services, including hiring and termination of employees. Staffing offers temporary staffing services, as well as contract staffing, long-term or indefinite on-site management, and direct placement services. The company operates in the United States of America. It generates maximum revenue from the Professional employer service fees.
<h3>Barrett Bus Servs: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Barrett Bus Servs's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 7.66%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Barrett Bus Servs's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 6.67%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 9.47%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.78%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Barrett Bus Servs's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.1, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Assessing Barrett Bus Servs: Insights From 4 Financial Analysts

Barrington Research analyst Vincent Colicchio maintains Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $45 price target.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Barrett Bus Servs, Maintains $45 Price Target

In the current session, the stock is trading at $43.34, after a 1.57% increase. Over the past month, Barrett Bus Servs Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) stock increased by 1.29%, and in the past year, by 52.40%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733859011_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Barrett Bus Servs P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Barrett Bus Servs has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 86.08 of the Professional Services industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733859011_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

Markets

A Look Into Barrett Bus Servs Inc's Price Over Earnings

Barrington Research analyst Vincent Colicchio maintains Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $41 to $45.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Barrett Bus Servs, Raises Price Target to $45

Roth MKM analyst Jeff Martin maintains Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $43 to $45.

Roth MKM Maintains Buy on Barrett Bus Servs, Raises Price Target to $45

Guidance

Barett Business Services Sees FY24 Gross Billings Growth 7%-8%.

Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.74 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.69 by 7.25 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $294.278 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $287.279 million by 2.44 percent. This is a 7.66 percent increase over sales of $273.328 million the same period last year.

Barrett Bus Servs Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $0.74 Beats $0.69 Estimate, Sales $294.278M Beat $287.279M Estimate

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Barrington Research analyst Vincent Colicchio maintains Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $41 price target.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Barrett Bus Servs, Maintains $41 Price Target

Gary Kramer, President &amp; CEO at Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>), disclosed an insider sell on August 21, according to a recent SEC filing.
What Happened: Kramer's decision to sell 35,093 shares of Barrett Bus Servs was revealed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000902791/000156218024006444//Archives/edgar/data/902791/000156218024006444/0001562180-24-006444-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday. The total value of the sale is $1,230,018.
Barrett Bus Servs shares are trading down 0.0% at $35.02 at the time of this writing on Thursday morning.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind Barrett Bus Servs</h3>
Barrett Business Services Inc is a provider of payroll administrative services and staffing services. The company categories of services include professional employer services and staffing. Professional employer services offer payroll management, payroll tax services, and workers' compensation coverage solutions, as well as workforce management services, including hiring and termination of employees. Staffing offers temporary staffing services, as well as contract staffing, long-term or indefinite on-site management, and direct placement services. The company operates in the United States of America. It generates maximum revenue from the Professional employer service fees.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Barrett Bus Servs's Journey</h3>
Revenue Growth: Barrett Bus Servs displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 5.68%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Interpreting Earnings Metrics:
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Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 24.28%, indicating concerns regarding cost management and overall profitability relative to its industry counterparts.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Barrett Bus Servs's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 0.64.
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Debt Management: Barrett Bus Servs's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.11.
Exploring Valuation Metrics Landscape:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Barrett Bus Servs's P/E ratio of 19.16 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The Price to Sales ratio is 0.86, which is lower than the industry average. This suggests a possible undervaluation based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With a below-average EV/EBITDA ratio of 11.15, Barrett Bus Servs presents an opportunity for value investors. This lower valuation may attract investors seeking undervalued opportunities.
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Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
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<h3>Why Insider Transactions Are Important</h3>
While insider transactions provide valuable information, they should be part of a broader analysis in making investment decisions.
From a legal standpoint, the term "insider" pertains to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as outlined in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to inform the public of their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
A company insider's new purchase is a indicator of their positive anticipation for a rise in the stock.
While insider sells may not necessarily reflect a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>The Insider's Guide to Important Transaction Codes</h3>
Delving into transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> typically prioritize those unfolding in the open market, as precisely outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0000902791">Check Out The Full List Of Barrett Bus Servs's Insider Trades.</a>
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Insider Trades

Trading Ideas

Barrett Bus Servs President & CEO Trades $1.23M In Company Stock

Roth MKM analyst Jeff Martin maintains Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $40 to $43.

Roth MKM Maintains Buy on Barrett Bus Servs, Raises Price Target to $43

Barrington Research analyst Vincent Colicchio maintains Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $35 to $41.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Barrett Bus Servs, Raises Price Target to $41

Barrett Bus Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBSI#NASDAQ">BBSI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.62 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.58 by 6.9 percent. This is unchanged from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $279.651 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $274.996 million by 1.69 percent. This is a 5.68 percent increase over sales of $264.630 million the same period last year.

Barrett Bus Servs Q2 2024 GAAP EPS $0.62 Beats $0.58 Estimate, Sales $279.651M Beat $274.996M Estimate

Press Releases

BBSI Earns Great Place To Work® Certification for Fourth Consecutive Year, Celebrating a Thriving Workplace Culture

BBSI Sets Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Conference Call for Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET

General

BBSI Launches Innovative Applicant Tracking System to Streamline Hiring for Businesses

BBSI Reports Strong Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results

BBSI Announces Appointment of Thomas McGinn as Senior Vice President of Insurance

BBSI Appoints Mark S. Finn to its Board of Directors

Applicant Tracking System [ATS] Market Size to Surpass $ 6.2 Billion, Globally, by 2031 at 10.0% CAGR - Report by The Insight Partners

BBSI Sets First Quarter 2025 Conference Call for Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET

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