Adecco stock gets lift from Randstad beat and target hike

Adecco shares came into focus on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, after staffing competitor Randstad reported stronger-than-expected third-quarter results. Investing.com said Adecco stock rose 9.0 percent to CHF 23.02 as Randstad posted 3.9 percent organic revenue growth, ahead of a 2.9 percent consensus forecast.

The report also highlighted Deutsche Bank's decision to lift its Adecco price target from CHF 22.00 to CHF 32.00 while maintaining a Buy rating. The combination of improving staffing indicators and the more optimistic target brought renewed attention to Adecco ahead of its own quarterly update.

Sector signals point to recovery

Randstad reported third-quarter EBITA of EUR 211 million, up 10 percent year over year, and said 75 percent of its markets were in growth mode. The figures provide a relevant sector read-through, although they do not determine Adecco's own results.

Investing.com said Adecco's Americas division had delivered 12 percent growth in the second quarter. The company is scheduled to release its third-quarter 2026 results on Thursday, November 12, giving investors the next company-specific test of demand, margins and operating momentum.

A global workforce solutions group

Adecco Group provides workforce strategy, flexible and permanent placement, outsourcing, consulting and skilling services through the Adecco, Akkodis and LHH brands. It operates in more than 60 countries, serves over 100,000 clients and employs about 170,000 people, according to its investor-relations website. In the staffing and workforce-solutions market, Randstad is a named direct competitor; Adecco combines broad international coverage with technology and advisory services.

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