HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) Latest Filing Signal

Based on earningsVibe SuperAnalyst™ synthesis of the latest 10-K, HireQuest, Inc.'s filing signal continuing negative.

HireQuest, Inc. operates as a nationwide franchisor of temporary staffing and permanent placement offices, primarily serving the light industrial, blue-collar, and professional recruitment sectors. The company's model centers on providing direct-dispatch and commercial staffing solutions through a network of franchisee-owned locations operating under various trade names including "HireQuest Direct," "Snelling," and "DriverQuest." Revenue is primarily generated from royalty fees charged to franchisees based on their sales, along with license fees and interest on overdue accounts. At the end of 2025, HireQuest operated 413 franchisee-owned offices across 43 states, the District of Columbia, and 14 countries, employing approximately 75,000 temporary workers annually for a diverse client base.

Primary revenue drivers include royalty fees charged to franchisees based on their gross billings or payroll, as well as license fees and interest charged on overdue franchisee accounts receivable.