Why is HQI Down Today?

HQI
$14.27
▼ -22.99% ($-3.28)
Last updated: Nov 13, 2026 8:30 PM ET

About HireQuest, Inc. Common Stock (DE)

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 tempora...

Sector: SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES
Market Cap: $134.94M
Forward P/E: 17.1
52-Week Range: $7.38 - $20.84
Employees: 65,000

Overall Confidence: 67%

67% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES sector is down 1.7% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

HIGH VOLUME 7.1x average volume

DISTRIBUTION - This move is backed by significant volume and appears sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES sector: -1.7%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

HQI is significantly underperforming the market (-22.6% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
-0.36%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
-1.2%
HQI
This Stock
-22.99%
vs S&P 500: -22.63%
vs Nasdaq: -21.79%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

55% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, HQI is expected to trade between:
$13.84 - $14.56

Key Level to Watch

$13.56 support
Watch for breakdown below $14.27

Quick Trade Ideas

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Last updated: Nov 13, 2026 8:30 PM (-128 minutes ago)
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Historical Context

HQI has moved more than 3.0% down on 34 occasions in the past year.

32.4%
Continuation Rate
11/34 times continued down
+1.24%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Oct 29, 2026 (-3.3%) → Next day: +0.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is HQI stock down today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The SERVICES-HELP SUPPLY SERVICES sector is down 1.7% on average.

Is HQI stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, HQI shows 67% confidence in today's move. Volume is high which supports the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the HQI stock price target?

HQI is currently trading at $14.27. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $13.84 - $14.56. See long-term price prediction →

Will HQI stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 55% probability that HQI's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $13.56 (support).

Is HQI stock oversold or overbought?

HQI's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 33.3. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for HQI stock?

HQI's 10-day momentum indicator is at -2.15. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is HQI outperforming or underperforming the market?

HQI (-22.99%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-22.6% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is down -0.36%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is down -1.20%.

What does MACD indicate for HQI?

HQI's MACD (-0.11) is currently below the signal line (-0.04), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 18.8) is weak.

Is HQI in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, HQI is in a bearish trend. The price ($14.27) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($17.0) and 50-day SMA ($17.42). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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