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HireQuest Inc (HQI) delivers staffing solutions through a nationwide franchise network specializing in direct dispatch, executive search, and commercial services. This page provides investors and industry professionals with a centralized source for official company announcements and operational updates.
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HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) has launched a new franchise offering called DriverQuest, targeting the transportation and logistics sectors. This service aims to supply staffing for both long-haul and last-mile driving positions. Over 35 existing franchisees have already adopted DriverQuest, showcasing significant initial interest. The company anticipates continued growth due to increasing demand for drivers and plans to leverage its existing franchise network and customer relationships. Additionally, HireQuest remains focused on pursuing internal growth and potential mergers and acquisitions.
HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) will hold a conference call on August 9, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time to discuss its financial results for Q2 ended June 30, 2021. Interested participants can dial in at 1-844-602-0380 (toll-free) or 1-862-298-0970 (international). The call will be accessible for replay until August 23, 2021, using toll-free 877-481-4010 and international 919-882-2331 numbers. For more details, visit www.hirequest.com.
HireQuest (Nasdaq: HQI) has successfully closed a $63.2 million credit facility, including a $60 million Revolving Credit Facility and a $3.2 million Term Loan with Truist. This new facility, which replaces a prior $30 million revolving credit line, aims to support day-to-day operations and strategic growth initiatives. The Revolving Credit Facility matures on June 29, 2026, while the Term Loan matures on June 29, 2036. The funding will enhance HireQuest's ability to capitalize on future opportunities.
HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) will join the Russell 3000® Index, effective June 28, enhancing its visibility to investors. This inclusion is part of the annual Russell indexes reconstitution, which ranks the largest US stocks by market capitalization as of May 7. The Russell indexes are crucial for institutional investors, with about $10.6 trillion in assets benchmarked against them. Rick Hermanns, CEO of HireQuest, noted that joining these indexes could attract new investors and improve the company’s market position.
HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) reported Q1 2021 financial results, showing total revenue of $3.4 million, down 17.4% from the prior year. Franchise royalties decreased by 12.0% to $3.3 million, while service revenue plunged 65.3% to $144,000. Net income rose to $3.7 million ($0.27 per share) due to $3.9 million of miscellaneous income linked to acquisitions despite $1.4 million in related expenses. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.06 per share, and system-wide sales hit $54.3 million, reflecting ongoing impacts from COVID-19.
HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) announced a conference call on May 17, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss its financial results for Q1 ended March 31, 2021. The call can be accessed via toll-free numbers and will be available for replay until May 31, 2021. HireQuest operates over 200 franchisee-owned offices across 35 states, providing employment to approximately 60,000 individuals annually. The company focuses on staffing solutions in various sectors including construction, manufacturing, and hospitality.
HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) has announced a 20% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.06 per share, marking an annualized yield of 1.3%. This decision reflects the company's confidence in its business prospects following the successful integration of the Snelling and LINK acquisitions. The dividend will be paid on June 15, 2021, with a record date of June 1, 2021. HireQuest plans to distribute dividends quarterly in March, June, September, and December, pending Board approval based on financial performance.
HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2020. In 2020, franchise royalties fell to $12.8 million, down 12.8%, and total revenue decreased to $13.8 million, a drop of 13%. Net income for 2020 was $5.4 million, compared to a net loss of $290,000 in 2019. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 to shareholders. Notably, HireQuest completed the acquisitions of Snelling Staffing and LINK Staffing, enhancing its market presence and expected revenue streams.
HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) has acquired the franchised operations of LINK Staffing for approximately $11.1 million in cash, excluding working capital. The acquisition includes 35 locations that generated $57 million in system-wide sales in 2020. This follows the acquisition of 47 locations from Snelling Staffing, enhancing HireQuest's market presence and revenue streams. The combined network is expected to facilitate organic growth in commercial staffing, with many LINK locations being rebranded as Snelling offices.
HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI) will hold a conference call on March 25, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern to discuss its fourth quarter and annual financial results for the year ended December 31, 2020. The call can be accessed via toll-free and international numbers, with an entry code of 904518. A live broadcast and a replay will be available until April 8, 2021. HireQuest operates over 180 franchised offices, providing staffing solutions across various sectors, employing approximately 50,000 individuals annually.
