HireQuest, Inc. Stock Plummets to New 52-Week Low of $8.90

HireQuest, Inc., a microcap company in the diversified commercial services sector, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 8.90 as of October 8, 2025. This decline marks a significant downturn for the stock, which has experienced a 29.03% decrease in value over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's performance of 17.88% during the same period.
The company's market capitalization stands at approximately USD 140 million, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 15.00. Despite a dividend yield of 2.38%, HireQuest has faced challenges in maintaining growth, as evidenced by a net sales decline of 9.21% in the most recent quarter, totaling USD 7.64 million.

Additionally, the company's return on equity (ROE) is reported at 14.32%, indicating a level of management efficiency, although the return on capital employed (ROCE) has shown fluctuations, with a recent low of 4.06%. Institutional investor participation has also waned, with a 1.25% reduction in stakes over the last quarter, reflecting a cautious sentiment among larger investors. Overall, HireQuest's current performance metrics suggest a period of adjustment as it navigates its market position.