Robert Half Inc. news centers on the company's specialized talent solutions and business consulting operations. Updates commonly address contract talent, permanent placement and executive search services across finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, administrative and customer support roles.
Recurring coverage also includes quarterly earnings releases, cash dividend declarations, AI-enabled recruiting tools, corporate responsibility programs and developments at Protiviti, Robert Half's consulting subsidiary. Protiviti news highlights internal audit, risk, business, technology, data, compliance and related advisory services delivered through its global consulting network.
Robert Half (RHI) reported higher third-quarter 2026 earnings, with diluted earnings per share rising to $0.49 from a year earlier. Revenue reached $1.359 billion, versus $1.354 billion, and net income rose to $49.870 million from $42.916 million. Operating income increased to $74.848 million from $13.588 million.
Contract talent solutions and permanent placement revenues increased, while Protiviti revenue declined. The company said talent solutions returned to adjusted year-over-year revenue growth for the first time since 2022, increasing 2 percent; this measure removes billing-day and currency effects.
For the first nine months, revenue fell to $3.996 billion from $4.076 billion, and diluted earnings per share declined to $0.90 from $1.01. Cash at September 30 was $321.291 million, versus $365.289 million a year earlier. Nine-month net cash flows before financing activities fell to $47.147 million from $74.811 million.
Robert Half (RHI) released its 2027 Salary Guide, reporting that employers are offering higher pay for candidates with specialized skills.
Among employers surveyed, 57% say they are offering salaries above their planned range for new hires with specialized skills, while 72% are increasing pay for relevant AI skills. Additionally, 64% say their compensation offers are more competitive than three years ago. Operational president Dawn Fay discusses compensation trends and salary negotiation tips in an accompanying interview.
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) expects to release third-quarter 2026 earnings results on October 22, 2026, at approximately 4:05 p.m. ET. The company will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET that day. A recorded replay will be available beginning October 22 for 12 months, and the call will also be archived in audio format on the company website.
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has been named to Forbes' World's Top Companies for Women 2026, recognizing its support for women's careers. Forbes and Statista developed the ranking using feedback from more than 140,000 women across 61 countries and research on women's representation in executive and board positions. The evaluation also considers workplace conditions, pay equity, advancement opportunities and company reputation.
Robert Half (RHI) leaders Angela Lurie and Sara Gagen were named to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2026 Global Power 150 Women in Staffing. Lurie, Global Executive Director of Management Resources, was recognized for leadership of that practice group. Gagen, Senior Vice President of Applications, Technology and Innovation, was honored for advancing technology and business transformation across the organization.
Protiviti (RHI) earned 2026 Fortune and Forbes honors recognizing its workplace culture and consulting capabilities for consecutive years.
The firm made Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services list for the 10th consecutive year and Forbes’ World’s Best Management Consulting Firms list for the fifth consecutive year. It also made Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list for the 12th consecutive year.
Protiviti (RHI) has been selected for Microsoft’s 2026-2027 AI Business Solutions Inner Circle for a second consecutive year. Membership is based on sales achievements within Microsoft’s global partner network. Members are invited to a Spring 2027 summit and virtual meetings between September 2026 and June 2027 to discuss strategy with Microsoft executives and fellow partners.
Protiviti (RHI) earned three Seramount workplace recognitions for 2026, including Pinnacle status on the U.S. Talent and Inclusion Index.
The firm was named to the 100 Best Companies and Global Talent and Inclusion Index lists, with global recognition in 10 markets. Pinnacle is the U.S. index's highest recognition level. Seramount evaluates participating organizations using workforce data and workplace practices, including recruitment, retention, advancement and benefits. Protiviti also received Disability:IN's 2026 World's Top Disability Inclusive Business recognition.
Protiviti, a Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) subsidiary, and NC State University released a survey examining executives' growth priorities and risk concerns. The annual survey covered 1,330 global board members and C-suite executives. Cyber threats, risks from implementing AI and economic conditions topped near-term concerns. Some 78% of organizations lacked strong confidence across their ability to transform, protect enterprise value and respond to emerging opportunities and risks. High confidence in responding with agility was 38%, versus 48% for protecting value and 45% for transformation.
Over the next two to three years, 64% saw significant revenue growth opportunities, down from 69% last year. Significant opportunities to expand alliances and partnerships rose to 65% from 62%. Executives' AI priorities focused on workforce readiness, integration with existing systems and processes, and governance.
Robert Half (RHI) has been named by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers for 2026. The list is based on an independent survey of more than 300,000 employees across 50 countries. Respondents evaluated employers on employee satisfaction, workplace culture and reputation, including well-being, inclusivity, career growth and work-life balance.