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HireQuest, Inc. (HQI)
NASDAQ:HQI
HQI Stock Chart & Stats
$8.40
$0.29(2.23%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$8.40
$0.29(2.23%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$7.38 - $15.75
Previous CloseN/A
Volume3.76K
Average Volume (3M)31.71K
Market Cap
$118.44M
Enterprise Value$135.55M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.10M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.20M
Price to Earnings (P/E)16.9
Beta0.42
Next Earnings
Mar 19, 2026EPS Estimate
0.13Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.86%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.24
Shares Outstanding14,100,000
10 Day Avg. Volume64,231
30 Day Avg. Volume31,713
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.33
Price to Book (P/B)3.02
Price to Sales (P/S)5.66
P/FCF Ratio16.37
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.14
Enterprise Value/Revenue4.28
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.28
Enterprise Value/Ebitda12.31
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$13.00Price Target Upside54.76% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.59
Revenue Forecast (FY)$31.11M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Financial PerformanceQ3/25 Results Continued to Reflect Challenging Market Conditions but Topped Expectations; Signs of Demand Stabilization; Maintain OUTPERFORM Rating.
Leadership TransitionHireQuest announced that it is transitioning majority ownership of MRINetwork to a new leadership group comprised of current and former MRINetwork franchise owners, which is viewed as an incremental positive.
Strategic LeadershipShana Applebaum has been appointed as Managing Director of MRINetwork and will lead a strategic reset of the business with a focus on growth, strengthening client relationships, and uniting the network of MRI offices into a cohesive, high-performing organization.
Bears Say
Franchise Agreement ChallengesThe decline in MRI franchised offices due to the non-renewal of franchise agreements with HireQuest has been greater than management expected.
Franchisee Support ServicesThe adoption of new franchisee support services that HireQuest launched for MRI has been less than expected, with some MRI franchisees perceiving that they did not benefit materially enough from the franchise royalty fees.
Market DemandThe timing of the MRI acquisition was less than ideal since demand for executive search and the staffing and recruiting industry began to soften shortly thereafter due to macroeconomic factors.
HireQuest News
HQI FAQ
What was HireQuest, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
HireQuest, Inc. lowest stock price was $7.38 and its highest was $15.75 in the past 12 months.
What is HireQuest, Inc.’s market cap?
HireQuest, Inc.’s market cap is $118.44M.
When is HireQuest, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
HireQuest, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 19, 2026 which is in 87 days.
How were HireQuest, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
HireQuest, Inc. released its earnings results on Nov 06, 2025. The company reported $0.24 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.155 by $0.085.
Is HireQuest, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts HireQuest, Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does HireQuest, Inc. pay dividends?
HireQuest, Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.06 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.86%. See more information on HireQuest, Inc. dividends here
What is HireQuest, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
HireQuest, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.13.
How many shares outstanding does HireQuest, Inc. have?
HireQuest, Inc. has 14,100,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to HireQuest, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
HireQuest, Inc. reported an EPS of $0.24 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.155. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 15.523%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of HireQuest, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HQI
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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HireQuest Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$13.00 (54.76% Upside)
$13.00 (54.76% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
HQI Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-38.63%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.08%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.52%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
HireQuest, Inc.
HireQuest (HQI) is a leading provider of staffing services in the United States, specializing in temporary and permanent placements across various sectors, including light industrial, clerical, and healthcare. The company operates through a network of franchised locations that offer workforce solutions tailored to meet the needs of employers and job seekers alike. HQI's core products include staffing services, workforce management solutions, and recruitment process outsourcing, ensuring businesses have access to qualified personnel while helping individuals find suitable employment opportunities.
HQI Earnings Call
Q3 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
HireQuest maintained profitability and showed strong sequential growth in system-wide sales, but faced revenue declines and challenges in specific segments. The company's franchise model and cost management helped offset some market difficulties.View all HQI earnings summariesHQI Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$13.00
▲(54.76% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
79.29% Insiders
3.09% Mutual Funds
3.43% Other Institutional Investors
11.10% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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