HireQuest, Inc.

HireQuest, Inc.

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$12.86

+0.46%
IndustrialsStaffing & Employment Services

HireQuest, 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.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$179.27M
EPS0.4500
P/E Ratio23.25
Earnings Date08/06/2026
3Y-1.0%
5Y+122.0%
10Y-67.0%
3Y-49.0%
5Y+18.0%
10Y+734.0%
3Y-28.0%
5Y+11.0%
10Y+91573.0%
HireQuest, Inc.

HireQuest, Inc. Profit Bridge

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Revenue30.64M
Cost of Goods Sold (3.01M)
Gross Profit27.63M
Operating Expenses (19.44M)
Operating Income8.20M
Interest Expense (307.00K)
Other Income/Expense-1.49M
Pretax Income6.71M
Income Tax (100.00K)
Net Income6.33M
Net Income
6.33M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

90.2%

Exceptional pricing power and cost management. The company retains over half of revenue after direct costs.

Operating Margin

26.8%

Outstanding operational efficiency. The company generates substantial profit from core operations.

Net Profit Margin

20.7%

Exceptional profitability. The company converts a significant portion of revenue to bottom-line earnings.

Effective Tax Rate

1.5%

Below-average tax rate suggests effective tax planning, favorable jurisdictions, or tax credits.

Profitability Insight

Exceptional profitability across all levels: Strong pricing power, efficient operations, and healthy bottom line indicate a high-quality business with sustainable competitive advantages.

HireQuest, Inc. Income Statement

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HireQuest, Inc. Income StatementDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021Dec 2020Dec 2019Dec 2018Dec 2017Dec 2016Dec 2015Dec 2014Dec 2013Dec 2012Dec 2011Dec 2010Dec 2009Dec 2008Dec 2007Dec 2006
REVENUE
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NET INCOME
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SEC Filings

HQI - Filing history and reports

Filing TypeFiling DatePeriod EndingFiscal YearActions
10-Q

10-Q 2026 Q1

Q1

May 12, 2026
March 31, 2026
2026
8-K

8-K 2026

N/A

May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
2026
8-K

8-K 2026

N/A

May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
2026
8-K

8-K 2026

N/A

May 08, 2026
May 08, 2026
2026
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2026

N/A

April 30, 2026
June 18, 2026
2026
10-K

10-K 2025 FY

FY

March 31, 2026
December 31, 2025
2025
8-K

8-K 2026

N/A

March 30, 2026
March 30, 2026
2026
8-K

8-K 2026

N/A

March 06, 2026
March 02, 2026
2026
8-K

8-K 2026

N/A

February 17, 2026
February 17, 2026
2026
8-K

8-K 2025

N/A

December 17, 2025
December 16, 2025
2025
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