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HireQuest, Inc.(HQI)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
HQI•NASDAQ
$12.15
27.0× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutHireQuest, Inc. provides temporary staffing solutions in the United States. The company provides temporary staffing services, including skilled and semi-skilled labor and industrial personnel, clerical and administrative personnel, and construction personnel. As of December 31, 2021, the company had a network of approximately 216 franchisee-owned offices in 36 states and the District of Columbia. In addition, the company specializes in commercial drivers. It serves customers primarily in the construction, industrial/manufacturing, warehousing, hospitality, recycling/waste management, disaster recovery, logistics, auctioneering, construction, landscaping, and retail industries. The company was formerly known as Command Center, Inc. and changed its name to HireQuest, Inc. in September 2019.HireQuest, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Goose Creek, South Carolina.Show more
- Revenue$31M-11.4%
- EBITDA$11M+56.5%
- Net Income$6M+72.4%
- EPS (Diluted)0.45+73.1%
- Gross Margin90.18%-9.8%
- EBITDA Margin36.57%+76.8%
- Operating Margin26.75%+111.9%
- Net Margin20.66%+94.7%
- ROE9.51%+65.1%
HQI Price & Volume
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Royalty Model Resilience Faces Sustained Revenue Contraction
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Contracting
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Vulnerable
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Franchisee network volume contraction
Key Thesis Takeaways
- HireQuest's asset-light franchise model provides high gross margins, yet the company faces significant headwinds as evidenced by a 12.7% year-over-year revenue decline in 2026Q1.
- While the firm has successfully deleveraged to a net-cash position, the recent surge in goodwill to $25.1 million and volatile cash conversion ratios suggest underlying risks to long-term asset quality.
- Investors should monitor the sustainability of capital allocation strategies, specifically the $1.9 million in share repurchases, given the current instability in operating cash flow.
Verdict Logic
the company's current valuation of 29.87x TTM P/E appears disconnected from the underlying 12.7% revenue contraction and the volatility in free cash flow margins.
HQI Growth Metrics
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years-10.06%
5 Years17.28%
3 Years-0.34%
TTM-11.77%
Profit CAGR
10 Years13.96%
5 Years3.38%
3 Years-20.2%
TTM91.07%
EPS CAGR
10 Years4.49%
5 Years2.9%
3 Years-20.92%
TTM88.2%
Return on Capital
10 Years13.05%
5 Years15.17%
3 Years11.21%
Last Year11.48%
HQI Recent Earnings
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 10/12 qtrs (83%)●Beat Revenue 5/12 qtrs (42%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 12, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.13+18.2%
$0.11
Rev
$7M-3.3%
$7M
Q2 2026
Mar 30, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.19+58.3%
$0.12
Rev
$7M-5.0%
$7M
Q2 2026
Mar 26, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.19+58.3%
$0.12
Rev
$7M-5.0%
$7M
Q4 2025
Nov 6, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.24+71.4%
$0.14
Rev
$8M+14.6%
$7M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 12, 2026 | $0.13vs $0.11+18.2% | $7Mvs $7M-3.3% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 30, 2026 | $0.19vs $0.12+58.3% | $7Mvs $7M-5.0% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 26, 2026 | $0.19vs $0.12+58.3% | $7Mvs $7M-5.0% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $0.24vs $0.14+71.4% | $8Mvs $7M+14.6% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest HQI News
Recent stock market news and headlines for HireQuest, Inc. (HQI)
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for HireQuest, Inc. (HQI)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $12.15 | $169.37M | 27.00 | -11.44% | 20.66% | 9.51% | 1.98% | |
| $13.51 | $468.38M | -1.87 | -1.87% | -6.44% | -24.58% | — | |
| $54.40 | $994.32M | 27.76 | -5.43% | 2.6% | 27.22% | — | |
| $7.22 | $219.2M | -4.48 | 3.1% | -4.29% | -18.74% | — | |
| $39.34 | $1.83B | -135.66 | 0.58% | -0.09% | -0.81% | — | |
| $245.60 | $98.89B | 24.61 | 7.07% | 20.12% | 68.69% | — |
Compare HQI vs Peers
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
HQI SEC Filings & Documents
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
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May 12, 2026·SEC
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May 12, 2026·SEC
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May 8, 2026·SEC
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HQI Frequently Asked Questions
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is HireQuest, Inc.'s revenue?
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) reported $29.7M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 35430% increase from $0.1M in 2001.
How fast is HireQuest, Inc. growing?
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) saw revenue decline by 11.4% over the past year.
Is HQI profitable?
Yes, HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) is profitable, generating $6.5M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (20.7% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does HQI pay dividends?
Yes, HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.98%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is HQI's return on equity?
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) has a return on equity (ROE) of 9.5%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is HireQuest, Inc.'s free cash flow?
HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) generated $10.4M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.