Group revenues were up by 29% to €5,263,000 (£4,481,312) on an organic trading days adjusted basis, compared to €4,181,000 in Q2 2020. Growth was strongest in higher-value activities such as permanent placement (up 88%) and training, upskilling and reskilling (up 78%).

Gross profit was up 39% organically, with growth in all global business units, and gross margin up slightly more than 20%, which the organisation said reflected an improved mix and pricing discipline.

Revenue growth improved across all regions, particularly in France and Southern Europe and EEMENA.

The UK & Ireland, part of the Adecco Northern Europe segment, grew revenues by 14%, compared to 23% growth from the Benelux countries and 30% in the Nordics.

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