HireQuest, Inc. (HQI)
NASDAQIndustrialsStaffing & Employment ServicesSnapshot 2026-09-04
$16.14-2.89%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NASDAQIndustrialsStaffing & Employment ServicesSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · HQI
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance is holding in the top half of its industry — the reason to own it looks intact.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | 12.3% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 5.8% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
No outside relationship met the current evidence threshold.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 6.5 percentage points more one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 11 industry peers · Company calendar date is not available
HQI — dividend update
Dated 2026-08-13
of this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section, nor shall it be deemed subject to the requirements of amended Item 10 of Regulation S-K, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as ame…
Why it matters: Lower SG&A expenses mean better cost management and profit. This is important for keeping growth.
Supportive ifSG&A expenses in Q3 decrease year-over-year by more than 18.8%.
Worry ifSG&A expenses in Q3 increase year-over-year or stay flat.
Why it matters: Revenue growth shows the company can stabilize after recent asset sales. It shows demand is coming back in staffing services.
Supportive ifTotal revenue in Q3 shows year-over-year growth exceeding 5.6%.
Worry ifTotal revenue in Q3 declines year-over-year or grows less than 5.6%.
Why it matters: If revenue growth picks up, it may signal a recovery for HireQuest and its peers. This could improve overall market conditions.
Supportive ifThree-year revenue growth in the industrial sector rises above 7%.
Worry ifThree-year revenue growth in the industrial sector remains below 5%.
Why it matters: Keeping the dividend shows good use of money and steady cash flow.
Supportive ifThe company confirms the dividend remains at $0.06 per share in the next announcement.
Worry ifThe company reduces the dividend below $0.06 per share.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$237 on $10,000 · ±2.4% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $510 loss on $10,000 · 5.1% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $2,579 loss on $10,000 · 25.8% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: Better operating income means better cost control and efficiency. This is key for profits.
Supportive ifQ2 operating income was above $1.476 million. This shows improvement.
Worry ifQ2 operating income was below $1.476 million. This shows ongoing problems.
Why it matters: Better operating income shows improved cost management. This is key for making more money.
Supportive ifQ2 operating income goes up compared to Q1. This shows better efficiency.
Worry ifQ2 operating income goes down or stays the same. This suggests ongoing operational challenges.
Why it matters: Revenue trends will show if the company can overcome recent declines. Stabilizing revenue is key for future growth.
Watch forQ2 revenue was $6.5 million or more. This shows stability.
Also watch forQ2 revenue was less than $6.5 million. This shows a decline.
Why it matters: Keeping the dividend shows financial health and care for shareholders. It shows management's trust.
Supportive ifThe board declares the quarterly dividend of $0.06 per share as planned.
Worry ifThe board decides to cut or suspend the dividend payment.
Why it matters: Earnings results will show the company's financial health. They are important for investor views.
Watch forEarnings report was better than what analysts expected. This shows stronger results.
Also watch forEarnings report did not meet analyst expectations. This shows ongoing issues.
Why it matters: The acquisition could enhance HireQuest's market position and growth potential. It is a key strategic move.
Supportive ifTrueBlue's board accepts the $105 million offer for the People-Ready segment.
Worry ifTrueBlue's board rejects the offer or fails to engage in negotiations.
Why it matters: Keeping the dividend shows financial health. It shows a commitment to giving value to shareholders.
Supportive ifThe Board declares the dividend as planned without changes.
Worry ifThe Board cuts or cancels the dividend. This shows financial strain.
Why it matters: The dividend shows the company cares about giving value to shareholders. If it pays, it means financial stability.
Supportive ifThe company pays the declared dividend of $0.06 per share on September 15, 2026.
Worry ifThe company cancels or lowers the dividend before the payment date.
Why it matters: Stable revenue means the business is getting better after selling MRINetwork. This is key for growth.
Watch forTotal revenue goes up each quarter, showing that growth is stabilizing.
Also watch forTotal revenue keeps going down or stays the same, showing ongoing problems.
Why it matters: Lower SG&A costs show better cost control. This can help the company make more money.
Supportive ifSG&A expenses reported below $4 million for Q3 2026.
Worry ifSG&A expenses exceed $4 million for Q3 2026.
Why it matters: Stable revenue is important for the company's recovery after selling some assets. It shows if management's plan is working.
Watch forTotal revenue goes up year-over-year in Q3 2026. This shows stabilization.
Also watch forTotal revenue goes down year-over-year in Q3 2026.