HireQuest, Inc. (HQI)
| Market Cap | 159.11M |
| Revenue (ttm) | 30.64M |
| Net Income (ttm) | 6.33M |
| Shares Out | 14.03M |
| EPS (ttm) | 0.45 |
| PE Ratio | 25.20 |
| Forward PE | 21.00 |
| Dividend | $0.24 (2.12%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Volume | 15,164 |
| Open | 11.15 |
| Previous Close | 11.21 |
| Day's Range | 10.86 - 11.49 |
| 52-Week Range | 7.38 - 12.48 |
| Beta | 1.04 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 13.00 (+14.64%) |
| Earnings Date | May 8, 2026 |
About HQI
HireQuest, Inc. provides staffing solutions in the United States. The company offers direct-dispatch, executive search, commercial staffing, unskilled and semi-skilled industrial, construction personnel, skilled and semi-skilled industrial personnel, clerical and administrative personnel, permanent placement, commercial and non-CDL drivers, skilled personnel, and executive placement and consultant services. It offers its services under the HireQuest Direct, HireQuest, Snelling, DriverQuest, HireQuest Health, Northbound Executive Search, and MRI... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, HireQuest's revenue was $30.64 million, a decrease of -11.44% compared to the previous year's $34.60 million. Earnings were $6.33 million, an increase of 72.39%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Forecast
According to one analyst, the rating for HQI stock is "Buy" and the 12-month stock price target is $13.0.
News
HireQuest Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025
Revenue and system-wide sales declined year-over-year, but profitability was maintained and working capital improved. Strategic divestiture of MRINetwork's permanent placement business and a $20 million share repurchase program were key developments. Labor market stabilization is expected in 2026.
HireQuest Reports Financial Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025
GOOSE CREEK, S.C., March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HireQuest (Nasdaq: HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services, today reported financial results for the fourth qu...
HireQuest to Hold Fourth Quarter and Year End 2025 Financial Results Conference Call on Monday, March 30, 2026
GOOSE CREEK, S.C., March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HireQuest (Nasdaq: HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services, today announced that it will hold a conference cal...
HireQuest, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend
GOOSE CREEK, S.C., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services, today announced that its Board of Directors h...
HireQuest Announces $20 Million Share Repurchase Program
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. , Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HireQuest, Inc. (NASDAQ: HQI) ("HireQuest" or the "Company"), a global franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services, today announced...
HireQuest Announces Ownership Structure Change of MRINetwork to a New Leadership Group of Franchise Owners
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. , Dec. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HireQuest (NASDAQ: HQI) a global franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services, today announced a new ownership structure for MRINetwo...
2026 U.S. Labor Market Outlook: HireQuest Predicts a Year of Reset, Reallocation and Stabilization
Data from 400-office staffing and recruiting firm's network points to a 2026 labor market withrenewed demand for skilled work, flexible contract roles and stronger alignment betweenemployer and employ...
HireQuest Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025
Q3 2025 saw continued profitability with $2.3M net income and improved adjusted EBITDA margin, despite a 9.8% revenue decline. Temp staffing outperformed, franchisee attrition stabilized, and M&A opportunities remain robust.
HireQuest Reports Financial Results for Third Quarter 2025
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / November 6, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services, today reported financial results for the...
HireQuest, Inc. to Hold Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results Conference Call on Thursday, November 6, 2025
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / October 23, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI), a national franchisor of direct dispatch, executive search, and commercial staffing services, today announced that ...
HireQuest Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2025
Q2 2025 revenue declined 12% year-over-year amid a weak hiring environment and manufacturing contraction, with net income and adjusted EBITDA also down. Management remains focused on cost control, acquisitions, and is well positioned financially for future growth opportunities.
HireQuest Reports Financial Results for Second Quarter 2025
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services, today reported financial results for the s...
HireQuest, Inc. to Hold Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Conference Call on Thursday, August 7, 2025
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / July 28, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI), a national franchisor of direct dispatch, executive search, and commercial staffing services, today announced that it ...
HireQuest Transcript: AGM 2025
The meeting covered director elections, auditor ratification, executive compensation, and vote frequency, with all proposals approved by stockholders. No questions were submitted during the Q&A session.
HireQuest Responds to TrueBlue's Rejection of Its Acquisition Offer at $7.50 Per Share
HireQuest's Offer Provides Superior Value to TrueBlue's Stand-Alone Prospects GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / May 19, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI) today issued the following statements in r...
TrueBlue Adopts Limited Duration Shareholder Rights Agreement
TACOMA, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions, today announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has unanimously resolved to adopt...
HireQuest Proposes Acquisition of Trueblue, Inc. for $7.50 per Share
Offers a Significant Premium of 61% to TrueBlue Stockholders HireQuest's High-Margin Franchising Model to drive near-term profitability and enhanced value for shareholders GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS New...
HireQuest Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2025
Revenue and profitability declined year-over-year due to persistent industry headwinds, but margins remained solid and cost controls improved. Enhanced immigration enforcement is driving new business, and a strong M&A pipeline is supported by ample capital resources.
HireQuest Reports Financial Results for First Quarter 2025
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / May 8, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI), a national franchisor of direct dispatch, executive search, and commercial staffing services, today reported financial r...
HireQuest, Inc. to Hold First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Conference Call on Thursday, May 8, 2025
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / April 24, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI), a national franchisor of direct dispatch, executive search, and commercial staffing services, today announced that it...
HireQuest Announces Executive Transition
Steve Crane to Retire as CFO May 31 David Hartley to Succeed Crane as CFO GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / April 8, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (NASDAQ:HQI), a national franchisor of direct dispatch, ex...
HireQuest Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2024
Profitability was achieved in Q4 2024 despite a 17% revenue decline, with cost reductions and a flexible franchise model supporting results. Permanent placement and executive search segments underperformed, while temporary staffing fared better. Adjusted net income and EBITDA margins remained strong.
HireQuest Reports Financial Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / March 27, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI), a national franchisor of direct dispatch, executive search, and commercial staffing services, today reported financia...
HireQuest, Inc. to Hold Fourth Quarter and Year End 2024 Financial Results Conference Call on Thursday, March 27, 2025
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESS Newswire / March 13, 2025 / HireQuest, Inc. (NASDAQ:HQI), a national franchisor of direct dispatch, executive search, and commercial staffing services, today announced that it...
HireQuest Reports Financial Results for Third Quarter 2024
GOOSE CREEK, SC / ACCESSWIRE / November 7, 2024 / HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq:HQI), a national franchisor of direct dispatch, executive search, and commercial staffing services, today reported financial r...