Korn Ferry Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results of Operations

Earnings Press Release Q1-FY'26

Los Angeles, CA, September 9, 2025 – Korn Ferry (NYSE: KFY), a global consulting firm, today announced first quarter fee revenue of $708.6 million. In addition, first quarter diluted earnings per share was $1.26 and adjusted diluted earnings per share was $1.31.

“I am pleased with our company’s performance. When looking at our results over the last few quarters—even amid all of the choppiness that has encircled the labor and economic environment—it’s clear that our strategy is working,” said Gary D. Burnison, CEO, Korn Ferry. “Today we are driving performance with a far more sophisticated, holistic approach that brings together our expertise, robust IP and relevant solutions in every major region of the world to solve our clients’ most pressing challenges. When one considers our diversification strategy and the demographic shifts alone, the opportunity for Korn Ferry is immense.”

Highlights

• Korn Ferry reports Q1 FY'26 fee revenue of $708.6 million, an increase of 5% year-over-year at actual, and 4% at constant currency. - Fee revenue grew year-over-year in each Solution, led by Professional Search & Interim (10% actual) and Executive Search (8% actual).
• Net income attributable to Korn Ferry was $66.6 million, an increase of 6% year-over-year, with a margin of 9.4%, an increase of 10bps year-over-year.
• Adjusted EBITDA was $120.4 million, an increase of 8% year-over-year, with a margin of 17.0%, an increase of 50bps year-over-year.
• Diluted and adjusted diluted earnings per share were $1.26 and $1.31 in Q1 FY'26, up 8% and 11% year-overyear, respectively.
• The Company repurchased 145,770 shares of stock during the quarter for $9.9 million.

About Korn Ferry

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business—synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us—for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.

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