HireQuest (HQI) Margin Jump To 21.6% Tests Bullish Narratives After Softer Revenue

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04/01

HireQuest (HQI) has just wrapped up FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of about US$7.0 million and basic EPS of roughly US$0.12, alongside FY 2025 trailing twelve month revenue of US$30.6 million and EPS of ...

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Over the past reported quarters, revenue has moved from US$8.1 million and EPS of roughly US$0.17 in Q4 2024 to US$7.0 million and about US$0.12 in Q4 2025. During the same period, TTM revenue has ranged between US$34.6 million and US$30.6 million, and TTM EPS between roughly US$0.28...","collect":0,"end_time":0,"defaultTopTitle":"simplywall.st","property":["earning"],"viewcount":null,"language":"en","relate_stocks":{"HQI":"HireQuest, Inc.","BK4112":"金融交易所和数据","BLSG":"2倍做多BLSH ETF-Leverage Shares","BLSX":"Tradr 2X Long BLSH Daily ETF","BK4130":"人力资源与就业服务"},"translate_title":"HireQuest(HQI)利润率跃升至21.6%，考验收入疲软后的看涨叙事","themeId":null,"isJumpTheme":false,"ttsUrl":null,"symbols_score_info":{"BLSG":0.6,"BLSX":0.6,"HQI":1.98},"content_text":"HireQuest (HQI) has just wrapped up FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of about US$7.0 million and basic EPS of roughly US$0.12, alongside FY 2025 trailing twelve month revenue of US$30.6 million and EPS of about US$0.47. Over the past reported quarters, revenue has moved from US$8.1 million and EPS of roughly US$0.17 in Q4 2024 to US$7.0 million and about US$0.12 in Q4 2025. During the same period, TTM revenue has ranged between US$34.6 million and US$30.6 million, and TTM EPS between roughly US$0.28 and US$0.47. This sets up a set of results where margins and profitability metrics take center stage for investors. See our full analysis for HireQuest. With the latest figures on the table, the next step is to set these earnings and margin trends against the prevailing stories around HireQuest to see which narratives hold up and which ones the numbers challenge. See what the community is saying about HireQuest NasdaqCM:HQI Earnings & Revenue History as at Mar 2026 AdvertisementMargins Look Stronger At 21.6%  On a trailing basis, HireQuest earned US$6.6 million of net income on US$30.6 million of revenue, which lines up with the 21.6% net margin cited in the analysis. Consensus narrative notes that scalable operations and cost controls could support margin resilience, and these trailing figures sit between earlier TTM net income of US$3.9 million at a margin of 11.3% and the more recent US$7.2 million peak. This raises the question of whether the margin uplift seen over the last 12 months is primarily from tighter costs or is closely tied to revenue levels.\n     For example, TTM revenue stepped down from US$36.3 million and net income of US$2.1 million to US$30.6 million and US$6.6 million, so higher margins are occurring alongside lower sales compared with that earlier period. At the same time, the consensus view highlights cost controls and workers' compensation savings as a support for margins, which appears consistent with earnings rising faster than revenue in the trailing data.    Bulls point to higher margins and earnings growth as proof the model is working, while this 21.6% net margin invites a closer look at how sustainable those drivers really are before leaning too hard into the optimistic case.🐂 HireQuest Bull Case 68.4% Earnings Growth Vs Five Year Decline  The risk and reward summary highlights 68.4% earnings growth over the past year, yet also notes that over five years earnings have declined at an average rate of 15.6% per year. Bears argue that the weak multi year trend and revenue softness, including system wide sales down 13% year over year and revenue down 12% year over year cited in the risk section, point to a fragile base for that recent earnings jump rather than a smooth growth path.\n     The trailing set shows TTM revenue moving from US$36.3 million to US$30.6 million, which lines up with those reported revenue declines even as net income increased. That mix of lower revenue with higher earnings directly ties into the bearish concern that cost actions or mix shifts may not fully offset prolonged weak demand in key markets like manufacturing and IT.    For a beginner investor, this split between a stronger recent year and a weaker five year record is a reminder to look at both short term momentum and longer term trends before forming a view.🐻 HireQuest Bear Case Valuation Gap: US$9.98 Price Vs DCF Fair Value  The shares trade at US$9.98 against a stated DCF fair value of US$27.45 and an analyst price target of US$14.00, while the trailing P/E of 21.2x sits below the 50.4x peer average and slightly above the 19x US Professional Services industry average. Consensus narrative stresses growth drivers like flexible staffing demand and acquisitions, yet the analysis data shows earnings expected to grow about 9.64% per year with revenue at roughly 2.2% per year, both below the referenced US market averages of 15.4% earnings growth and 10.3% revenue growth. This creates a tension between the valuation gap and those more modest forecasts.\n     Analysts expect earnings to reach US$8.9 million and EPS of US$0.64 by around 2028, implying a P/E of 26.9x on those earnings to meet the US$14.00 target, compared with the current trailing P/E of 21.2x. The same set of assumptions includes a margin move from 8.2% to 25.2% over three years and only 2.8% annual revenue growth, so a lot of that valuation upside rests on profit margins staying high or moving higher rather than on rapid top line expansion.    Next Steps To see how these results tie into long-term growth, risks, and valuation, check out the full range of community narratives for HireQuest on Simply Wall St. Add the company to your watchlist or portfolio so you'll be alerted when the story evolves. If this mix of optimism and caution feels familiar, it is a good time to look at the numbers yourself and move quickly to shape your view. Start by weighing the 3 key rewards Explore Alternatives HireQuest shows a mix of higher recent margins with softer revenue, slower forecast growth and a weaker five year earnings record, which may limit conviction. If you want ideas where valuation expectations look tighter and growth assumptions may be less demanding, it is worth checking stocks in the 58 high quality undervalued stocks.  This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data\n    and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your\n    financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data.\n    Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material.\n    Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.Valuation is complex, but we're here to simplify it.Discover if HireQuest might be undervalued or overvalued with our detailed analysis, featuring fair value estimates, potential risks, dividends, insider trades, and its financial condition.Access Free AnalysisHave feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. 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