Korn Ferry reported first quarter fiscal 2027 results with fee revenue of $756.5 million, a 7% year-over-year increase, and net income attributable to the company of $69.0 million. Diluted earnings per share were $1.32, up 5% from the prior year period, while adjusted diluted EPS reached $1.43, reflecting a 9% increase. Adjusted EBITDA rose 7% to $128.2 million with a stable margin of 17%. The company provided Q2 fiscal 2027 guidance projecting fee revenue between $860 million and $878 million, adjusted EBITDA margins of 16.8% to 17.2%, and adjusted diluted EPS of $1.30 to $1.40. These results include the impact of the AMS acquisition which closed on September 1, 2026. Korn Ferry operates as a global consulting firm specializing in talent management and organizational strategy.

On September 8, 2026, Korn Ferry's Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.55 per share. The payment is scheduled for October 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on September 22, 2026. This action reflects the company's ongoing capital return policy and confidence in its strategic direction. Korn Ferry operates as a global consulting firm specializing in talent management, organizational strategy, and performance improvement.

Korn Ferry completed its acquisition of Auxey Holdco Limited (AMS) on September 1, 2026, creating a global leader in talent and organizational consulting with nearly 17,000 colleagues across more than 130 offices. The company paid approximately £473 million and $326 million in cash to settle seller consideration, repay AMS indebtedness, and satisfy other transaction obligations. Additionally, Korn Ferry issued 3,118,628 shares of common stock to the sellers as part of the purchase price. This strategic acquisition expands Korn Ferry's operational capabilities and industry coverage by integrating AMS's technology-enabled talent solutions and long-term contracted client relationships into its portfolio. Korn Ferry operates in the professional services sector, providing human capital consulting, executive search, and organizational performance advisory services.

Korn Ferry entered into an amended and restated credit agreement with Wells Fargo Bank on August 18, 2026, establishing a $600 million senior secured term loan facility and continuing its existing $850 million revolving credit facility, both maturing in five years. The company borrowed the full principal amount of the new term loan to fund the redemption of all outstanding $400 million in 4.625% Senior Notes due 2027 at a price of 100% plus accrued interest. Proceeds from the remaining balance are intended to finance a portion of the purchase price for the previously announced acquisition of AMS and pay related fees. Korn Ferry operates in the human capital consulting industry, providing talent management solutions.

Korn Ferry issued a conditional notice to redeem its entire $400 million outstanding principal amount of 4.625% Senior Notes due 2027 on August 18, 2026, at a price equal to 100% of the principal plus accrued interest. This redemption is contingent upon the company completing debt financing transactions and receiving aggregate gross proceeds of at least $400 million by the redemption date, though Korn Ferry retains sole discretion to waive this condition. The filing discloses forward-looking statements regarding the consummation of these financing activities and the associated risks. Korn Ferry operates in the human resources consulting industry, providing talent management solutions.