Korn Ferry announced its first quarter fiscal year 2027 results on September 9, 2026. The company reported fee revenue of $756.5 million for the quarter, representing a 7% increase year-over-year at both actual and constant currency rates. This marks the firm's sixth consecutive quarter of top-line growth. Fee revenue growth was recorded across all regions, with Search and Workforce Solutions leading the increases at 10% and 11%, respectively.
Net income attributable to Korn Ferry was $69.0 million, with a margin of 9.1%. Adjusted EBITDA for the period was $128.2 million, with a margin of 17%. On a per-share basis, diluted earnings were $1.32, while adjusted diluted earnings per share were $1.43.
The company provided guidance for the second quarter of fiscal 2027, assuming no changes in geopolitical conditions, economic conditions, financial markets, or foreign exchange rates. Korn Ferry expects Q2 FY'27 fee revenue to be between $860 million and $878 million. The company also anticipates an adjusted diluted earnings per share range of $1.30 to $1.40 for the quarter.
The press release highlights the integration of the AMS acquisition, which closed on September 1, 2026. The company noted that AMS brings technology-enabled talent solutions and complements Korn Ferry's Workforce Solutions.
