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Hirequest Inc (HQI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: HQI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $14
1 Year Target Price $14
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -36.37% | Avg. Invested days 19 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 141.00M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 52.63 | 1Y Target Price 14 |
Price to earnings Ratio 52.63 | 1Y Target Price 14 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.17 | 52 Weeks Range 8.88 - 15.50 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 8.88 - 15.50 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.33% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.19 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 7.47% | Operating Margin (TTM) 13.66% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.03% | Return on Equity (TTM) 4.05% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 52.63 | Forward PE 25.64 | Enterprise Value 142658000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.32 |
Enterprise Value 142658000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.37 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 24.95 | Shares Outstanding 14100000 | Shares Floating 5606026 |
Shares Outstanding 14100000 | Shares Floating 5606026 | ||
Percent Insiders 60.77 | Percent Institutions 12.53 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Hirequest Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Hirequest, Inc., formerly First Advantage Bancorp, was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Goose Creek, South Carolina. It operates as a franchisor of staffing service offices primarily in the United States.
Core Business Areas
- Franchising: Hirequest operates as a franchisor, granting rights to franchisees to operate staffing service offices under its various brands.
- Staffing Services: Through its franchisees, Hirequest provides temporary staffing, permanent placement, and workforce solutions across various industries.
Leadership and Structure
Rick Hermanns is the CEO. The company operates under a franchise model, with a corporate office providing support to its franchisees.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Temporary Staffing: Provides temporary workers for various industries, including light industrial, construction, and hospitality. Market share data is fragmented across the staffing industry, making precise figures difficult to ascertain. Competitors include Recruit Holdings (RCRRF), Robert Half (RHI), and ManpowerGroup (MAN).
- Permanent Placement: Facilitates the placement of permanent employees. Market share is also fragmented. Competitors include Robert Half (RHI) and Korn Ferry (KFY).
- Franchise Opportunities: Offers franchise opportunities for individuals seeking to own and operate staffing agencies under the Hirequest umbrella. Market share is difficult to precisely quantify, given the nature of franchise sales. Competitors include Express Employment Professionals and Remedy Intelligent Staffing.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The staffing industry is cyclical, influenced by economic conditions. Demand for temporary and permanent employees fluctuates based on overall economic growth and specific industry needs.
Positioning
Hirequest differentiates itself through its franchise model, allowing for localized market expertise and responsiveness. Its competitive advantage lies in its established franchise network and brand recognition within certain markets.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US staffing market is estimated to be over $160 billion. Hirequest, with its relatively small size compared to industry giants, has significant room to grow within this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Franchise model allows for rapid expansion with limited capital expenditure.
- Localized market expertise through franchisees.
- Diverse service offerings (temporary staffing, permanent placement).
- Established brand recognition in certain regions.
Weaknesses
- Reliance on franchisees can lead to inconsistent service quality.
- Smaller scale compared to industry giants.
- Potential for franchisee disputes.
- Vulnerability to economic downturns impacting staffing demand.
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets.
- Increased demand for flexible workforce solutions.
- Acquisition of smaller staffing firms.
- Technological advancements in recruitment and talent management.
Threats
- Economic recessions leading to decreased staffing demand.
- Increased competition from larger staffing firms.
- Changes in labor laws and regulations.
- Automation and AI potentially reducing demand for certain staffing roles.
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Robert Half International Inc. (RHI)
- ManpowerGroup Inc. (MAN)
- Asure Software Inc. (ASUR)
Competitive Landscape
Hirequest operates in a highly competitive market dominated by larger players. Its franchise model provides a degree of differentiation, but it must continually innovate to maintain its competitive edge.
Major Acquisitions
DM Staffing
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 15.2
- Strategic Rationale: Expansion of service offerings and market presence within the Southeast region.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is based on prior year's performances. Growth can be measured in percentage values YoY
Future Projections: Future projections require access to analyst estimates. Estimates of the company can be in numerical or percentage formats
Recent Initiatives: Focusing on franchise expansion and technology improvements for recruitment
Summary
Hirequest is a staffing franchisor with a relatively small market share. The franchise model offers advantages such as rapid expansion and local market expertise. However, the company faces challenges from larger competitors and economic cycles. Recent acquisitions and expansion efforts aim to drive future growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (SEC)
- Company website
- Industry reports
- Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market share figures are estimates and may vary. Financial data requires access to specific financial statements.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Hirequest Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Goose Creek, SC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2002-06-06 | Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Richard F. Hermanns | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Staffing & Employment Services | Full time employees 92 | Website https://hirequest.com |
Full time employees 92 | Website https://hirequest.com | ||
HireQuest, Inc. provides staffing solutions in the United States. The company offers direct-dispatch, executive search, commercial staffing, unskilled and semi-skilled industrial, construction personnel, skilled and semi-skilled industrial personnel, clerical and administrative personnel, permanent placement, commercial and non-CDL drivers, skilled personnel, and executive placement and consultant services. It provides its services under the HireQuest Direct, HireQuest, Snelling, DriverQuest, HireQuest Health, Northbound Executive Search, and MRI trade names. The company serves construction, recycling, warehousing, logistics, auctioneering, manufacturing, hospitality, landscaping, and retail industries, as well as dental practices. HireQuest, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Goose Creek, South Carolina.
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