HireQuest, Inc. (HQI)

NASDAQ

$16.24

$-0.80

(-4.68%)

After-Hours

HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) Live Price Chart

Last updated: ⁦2026-10-21 22:11:00⁩. Prices reflect the latest after-hours trading data. Stock price data is sourced from Massive.

Summary

HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) operates in the SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES sector and is listed on NASDAQ. The stock is currently priced at $16.24, with a market capitalization of $240.72M and a P/E ratio of 29.13. Over the past 52 weeks, its price has ranged from $7.38 to $20.84. This page covers its latest market performance, valuation, price trends and company information.

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$240.72M
Open	$17.15
Day's High	$29.38
Day's Low	$5.00
Previous Close	$17.11
Volume	32.73K
Average Volume	28.05K
P/E Ratio	29.13
52-Week High	$20.84
52-Week Low	$7.38
Dividend Yield	0.71%
Earnings Date	--

HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) After-Hours Stock Price

HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) is trading at $16.29 in after-hours trading as of 2026-10-21 19:59:52, down 4.82% ($0.82) from the regular-session close of $17.11.

After-hours trading shows how investors are pricing HQI after the regular session closes. The current after-hours price is below the regular-session close, indicating cautious after-hours sentiment.

HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) 7-Day Stock Price Change

Over the past seven days, HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) moved from $17.48 to $16.24, representing a decline of 7.12% ($1.25).

The stock traded between $16.10 and $18.68 during the period. The latest price is near the lower end of the 7-day range, indicating strong downward.

The average daily volume was 39.09 thousand shares, up versus the previous seven-day period, indicating higher trading activity.

HQI 52-Week Price Position

Position in Range: 65.8%

52W Low$7.38

52W High$20.84

HQI is currently trading at $16.24, placing it 65.8% of the way from its 52-week low of $7.38 to its 52-week high of $20.84. This percentage reflects the stock's relative position within its 52-week trading range, not its valuation or future performance.

What is HireQuest, Inc. (HQI)?

HireQuest Inc is a nationwide franchisor of offices providing direct-dispatch, executive search, and commercial staffing solutions in the light industrial and blue-collar segments of the staffing industry and traditional commercial staffing. The company's franchisees provide various types of temporary personnel through two business models operating under the trade names HireQuest Direct, HireQuest, Snelling, DriverQuest, HireQuest Health, Northbound Executive Search, and MRI. The company's primary source of revenue is royalty fees based on the operation of its franchised offices.

HireQuest, Inc. Information

Industry	SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES
Employees	75000
Exchange	NASDAQ
Company Website	https://www.hirequest.com

How to Buy HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) Stock on MEXC

Eligible investors can buy real shares of HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) through MEXC RealStocks. Follow these three steps to open a RealStocks account, transfer USDT, and place a US stock order.

Step 1: Open and Verify Your RealStocks Account

Log in to the MEXC App, go to Trade → RealStocks, and select Open Account. Complete the required account-opening and identity verification process with MEXC's partner licensed broker.

Step 2: Transfer USDT to Your RealStocks Account

Go to Wallets → RealStocks and transfer USDT from your Spot Account to your RealStocks Account. RealStocks are quoted in USD, while account funding can be completed using USDT.

Step 3: Search for HQI and Place Your Order

Open the RealStocks trading page and search for HQI. Select a market or limit order, enter the price and quantity as required, review the order details, and submit your order. Once filled, the corresponding real shares will be held in your RealStocks Account.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) stock price today?

HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) is currently trading at $ 16.24, down 5.11% ($0.88) from the previous close of $ 17.11. Intraday prices update in real time during regular trading hours.

2.Is HQI stock going up or down today?

As of 2026-10-21 19:59:52, HQI is trading at $ 16.24, down 5.11% ($0.88) from its previous close of $ 17.11. The stock has traded between $ 5.00 and $ 29.38 during today’s regular session. Past price movements do not guarantee future results.

3.What is HQI pre-market price?

As of 2026-10-21 19:59:52, HQI is trading at $ 17.11 in pre-market trading, down 0.01% ($0.00) from the previous close of $ 17.11. Pre-market prices reflect trading activity before the regular session opens and may experience lower liquidity and higher volatility.

4.What is HQI after-hours price?

As of 2026-10-21 19:59:52, HQI is trading at $ 16.29 in after-hours trading, down 4.82% ($0.82) from the regular-session close of $ 17.11. After-hours prices may differ from the regular session’s opening price due to lower liquidity and wider bid-ask spreads.

5.Is HQI stock trading now?

HQI trades on the NASDAQ exchange during regular hours, Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET, excluding public holidays. Pre-market and after-hours trading are also available through select brokers outside these hours.

6.Where does HQI sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

Over the past 52 weeks, HQI has traded between a low of $ 7.38 and a high of $ 20.84. At $ 16.24, the stock is positioned 65.8% of the way from its 52-week low to its 52-week high, providing context for its current price within the one-year trading range.

7.What sector is HireQuest, Inc. in?

HireQuest, Inc. (HQI) operates in the SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES sector. Sector classification helps investors compare it with companies exposed to similar market trends and competitive conditions.

8.What is HireQuest, Inc.'s market capitalization and where is it listed?

HireQuest, Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ exchange with a market capitalization of $ 240.72M. Market cap reflects the total market value of all outstanding shares and is commonly used to classify stocks by size.

9.How is HQI valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

HQI trades at a P/E ratio of 29.13, based on trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 0.59. P/E ratio compares the stock price to earnings per share and is a common starting point for assessing valuation relative to peers.

10.Does HireQuest, Inc. pay a dividend?

HireQuest, Inc. pays an indicated annual cash dividend of $ 0.12 per share, with a current dividend yield of 0.71% based on the latest share price. Dividend policies are subject to change at the board's discretion.