Robert Half reports Q4 EPS 53c, consensus 55c

Reports Q4 revenue $1.38B, consensus $1.39B. “Revenues and earnings for the fourth quarter were largely in line with our expectations, led by Protiviti, which reported year-on-year revenue growth for the second straight quarter. Contract revenues remained stable throughout the quarter, sustaining early Q3 levels for 23 consecutive weeks prior to the holidays. As we move into the new year, we are very encouraged by the significant rise in U.S. business confidence that followed the recent elections,” said CEO M. Keith Waddell. “We are very well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and support our clients’ talent and consulting needs through the strength of our industry-leading brand, people, technology, and unique business model that includes both professional staffing and business consulting services”.