HireQuest (HQI) Q2 EPS Beats by 25%

HireQuest (NASDAQ:HQI), a national staffing franchisor and workforce solutions provider, reported second quarter results on August 7, 2025, for the period ending June 30. The most notable news from the release was that adjusted earnings per share (EPS) reached $0.15, beating the analysts’ consensus estimate of $0.12 by 25.0% (non-GAAP). However, GAAP revenue came in at $7.6 million, slightly below the estimate of $7.66 million. Both revenue (GAAP) and system-wide sales declined by double digits year-over-year, signaling that broader industry demand remains muted. Persistent top-line declines highlight ongoing challenges in the staffing market.

Source: Analyst estimates for the quarter provided by FactSet.

HireQuest delivers staffing and workforce management solutions across the United States, operating mainly through a franchise model. Its primary business involves connecting employers with temporary, contract, and direct-hire employees across sectors such as construction, light industrial, healthcare, and professional services.

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