HireQuest, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend

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HireQuest (Nasdaq: HQI) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share. The Board declared the dividend on Feb 17, 2026, with a record date of March 2, 2026 and a payable date of March 16, 2026.

This distribution signals a return of cash to shareholders funded from company resources and applies to holders of record at the close of business on the record date.

Positive

• Quarterly dividend set at $0.06 per share
• Clear timeline with record date March 2, 2026 and pay date March 16, 2026
• Board-approved cash return to shareholders

Negative

• Modest dividend amount may be immaterial to large shareholders
• No forward guidance on dividend sustainability or frequency

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GOOSE CREEK, S.C., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.06 per share. The dividend is payable March 16, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 2, 2026.

About HireQuest

HireQuest is a franchisor of staffing solutions with a presence across the U.S. and international markets. Through its primary divisions - HireQuest Direct, HireQuest Health, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp - the company provides temporary, direct-hire, and contract staffing solutions across industries, including construction, light industrial, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, cybersecurity, and engineering. From on-demand staffing to executive search, HireQuest's divisions operate as one team for our customers - delivering workforce solutions that drive growth and change lives. For more information, visit www.hirequest.com

Important Cautions Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains certain forward-looking statements which reflect management's expectations regarding future events and operating performance and speaks only as of the date hereof. All statements, other than statements of historical or current fact, are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements relating to our declaration or payment of quarterly dividends. Forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs, assumptions, and expectations of management and current market conditions. There can be no assurance that future dividends will be declared, and the payment of this quarterly dividend is expressly conditioned on the Board not revoking the dividend before the payment date. The declaration of future dividends is subject to approval of the Board of Directors each quarter after its review of the Company's financial performance and cash needs. Declaration or payment of future dividends is also subject to various risks and uncertainties, including: the Company's cash flow and cash needs; compliance with applicable law; restrictions on the payment of dividends under existing or future financing arrangements; changes in tax laws relating to corporate dividends; the deterioration in the Company's financial condition or results; and those risks, uncertainties, and other factors identified from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from our expectations are detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as its annual and quarterly reports and current reports on Form 8-K. The Company undertakes no obligations to update such forward-looking statements, except as may otherwise be required by law.

Company Contact:
HireQuest, Inc.
David Hartley, Chief Financial Officer
(800) 835-6755
Email: cdhartley@hirequest.com 

Investor Relations Contact:
IMS Investor Relations
John Nesbett/Jennifer Belodeau
(203) 972-9200
Email: hirequest@imsinvestorrelations.com

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SOURCE HireQuest

FAQ

What dividend did HireQuest (HQI) declare on February 17, 2026?

HireQuest declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share. According to the company, the Board approved the payment on Feb 17, 2026, and specified the record and payable dates for distribution to shareholders.

When is the HireQuest (HQI) dividend payable and who is eligible?

The dividend is payable on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record at close of business on March 2, 2026. According to the company, only holders recorded by the record date will receive the cash payment.

How much will shareholders of HireQuest (HQI) receive per share for the March 2026 dividend?

Shareholders will receive $0.06 per share for the March 2026 dividend. According to the company, this is the amount declared by the Board and applies to all shares held by record date.

Does the HireQuest (HQI) dividend declaration indicate ongoing dividend policy?

The declaration announces a one-quarter dividend but does not confirm long-term policy or increases. According to the company, the Board declared this specific dividend with set record and pay dates.

How does the HireQuest (HQI) dividend affect shareholders' cash flow in March 2026?

Shareholders of record on March 2, 2026 will receive cash on March 16, 2026, improving short-term liquidity. According to the company, the Board approved the dividend payment to be distributed on the stated payable date.

Where can HQI shareholders find the record and payable dates for the declared dividend?

The record date is March 2, 2026 and the payable date is March 16, 2026. According to the company, these dates determine eligibility and the date the dividend will be paid to holders of record.