HireQuest, Inc. (HQI)

NASDAQ: HQI · Real-Time Price · USD
11.34
+0.13 (1.20%)
At close: Apr 28, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
11.34
0.00 (0.00%)
After-hours: Apr 28, 2026, 4:28 PM EDT
1.20%
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]

Sector Industrials
Founded 2002
Employees 88
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol HQI
Full Company Profile

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 Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to one analyst, the rating for HQI stock is "Buy" and the 12-month stock price target is $13.0.

Price Target
$13.0
(14.64% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

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.

4 weeks ago - Transcripts

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...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

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...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

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...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

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...

4 months ago - PRNewsWire

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...

5 months ago - PRNewsWire

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...

5 months ago - PRNewsWire

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.

6 months ago - Transcripts

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...

6 months ago - Accesswire

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 ...

6 months ago - Accesswire

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.

9 months ago - Transcripts

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...

9 months ago - Accesswire

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 ...

9 months ago - Accesswire

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.

11 months ago - Transcripts

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...

1 year ago - Accesswire

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...

Other symbols: TBI
1 year ago - Business Wire

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...

Other symbols: TBI
1 year ago - Accesswire

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.

1 year ago - Transcripts

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...

1 year ago - Accesswire

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...

1 year ago - Accesswire

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...

1 year ago - Accesswire

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.

1 year ago - Transcripts

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...

1 year ago - Accesswire

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...

1 year ago - Accesswire

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...

1 year ago - Accesswire