Digital Workforce

Uncertainty in customer demand was realized more widely in Q2, but development was even more mixed than before. Companies with a high weight of tailored software development and the private sector suffered more in relative terms. Reported figures included mainly negative surprises, which was also seen in the form of change negotiations and profit warnings. We predict that the duality will continue in 2023, but the demand outlook will remain more subdued as a whole in 2023 in the private sector, while public sector demand is expected to remain at a good level.

Digital Workforce's revenue growth was well below expectations in H1, pressured by a mature market. However, the earnings level was in line with expectations. The company is now focusing primarily on profitability, which is logical in the current uncertain market environment. In the current market environment, we expect more moderate but profitable growth in the coming years. In our view, the valuation of the stock is attractive from several perspectives (2024e EV/S 1.1x, EV/EBIT 15x and DCF 6.7), especially given the unfinished profitability turnaround.

According to our information, the software robotics automation pioneer Digital Workforce will publish its half-year results on Wednesday at 9.00 am (EEST). We expect revenue to grow well, driven by strategic Continuous services. We forecast a clear improvement in profitability, although it will continue to be constrained by investments into the company’s own platform and internationalization.