HQI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HQI - HireQuest, Inc. Common Stock (DE)
$12.92
-0.54 (-4.01%)
▼
5d:
+0.16%
30d:
-3.8%
90d:
+11.67%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 10, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HQI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HQI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$14.65
Based on 4.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.09
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 19.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HQI is currently trading at $12.92, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.27 to $13.31. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 22.1) compared to its historical average (19.9). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HQI is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $12.17, while resistance sits at $14.23. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: HQI has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.00 (+16.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HQI is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $12.17, while resistance sits at $14.23. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: HQI has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.00 (+16.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$12.27 -
$13.31
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.1%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-4.0%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($15.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.27 -
$13.31
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$12.17
Resistance Level
$14.23
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.09
Wall Street Target
$15.00
(+16.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-12.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
15.3%
Profit Margin
22.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.5% premium
PE vs Historical
22.1 vs 19.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.37
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$13.84
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$14.32
(+11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→20)
PE COMPRESSION
$12.91
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 5.4%)
$15.13
(+17%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.7, Growth: 5.4%)
$14.20
(+10%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.6, Growth: 5.4%)
$12.07
(-7%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (28x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 28.04 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.48
Bull Case
$18.04
(+40%)
Analyst growth 21.9%, PE expands to 30.9
Base Case
$16.40
(+27%)
Market implied 21.9%, PE stable at 28.0
Bear Case
$9.15
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 23.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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