HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2001 to 2024
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HQI EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
HQI Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 100.0% | 12.6% | 10.6% |
| 2023 | 100.0% | 28.1% | 16.2% |
| 2022 | 100.0% | 51.8% | 40.2% |
| 2021 | 100.0% | 34.0% | 52.6% |
| 2020 | 100.0% | 36.1% | 38.8% |
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HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $7M, reflecting -40.9% year-over-year growth. The company earned $0.50 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 10.6%.
Looking at the long-term picture, HQI's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $12M in fiscal 2022.
HireQuest, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 100.0%, operating margin of 12.6%, and net margin of 10.6%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including KELYA (-$266M net income, -6.0% margin), KFRC ($35M net income, 2.6% margin), TBI (-$53M net income, -3.0% margin), HQI has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare HQI vs KELYA →
HQI Earnings vs Peers
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HQI Historical Earnings Data (2001–2024)
24 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4M | -40.1% | $4M | $0.26 | 10.6% | 12.6% |
| 2023 | $6M | -50.8% | $11M | $0.44 | 16.2% | 28.1% |
| 2022 | $12M | +5.1% | $16M | $0.91 | 40.2% | 51.8% |
| 2021 | $12M | +121.1% | $8M | $0.87 | 52.6% | 34.0% |
| 2020 | $5M | +1948.2% | $5M | $0.39 | 38.8% | 36.1% |
| 2019 | $-289,979 | -129.8% | $3M | $-0.03 | -1.8% | 17.5% |
| 2018 | $974,287 | -42.0% | $1M | $0.20 | 1.0% | 1.2% |
| 2017 | $2M | +121.2% | $4M | $0.33 | 1.7% | 3.8% |
| 2016 | $759,326 | -55.7% | $2M | $0.11 | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| 2015 | $2M | -81.2% | $3M | $0.29 | 1.9% | 3.4% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HQI stock.
Is HQI growing earnings?
HQI EPS fell to $0.50, with earnings declining -40.9%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $7M.
What are HQI's profit margins?
HireQuest, Inc. net margin is +10.6%, with operating margin at +12.6%. Margins sit within typical range for the sector.
How consistent are HQI's earnings?
HQI earnings data spans 2001-2024. The declining earnings trend is -40.9% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.