Robert Half Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has been recognized with two major awards in 2025: Fortune's America's Most Innovative Companies and the CIO 100 Award, becoming the only company in its industry to receive these distinctions. The recognition stems from Fortune's extensive evaluation of over 3,000 companies and 45,000 U.S. employees.

The talent solutions firm has made significant investments in AI and technology, implementing machine learning and proprietary data tools to enhance recruitment processes through real-time candidate shortlists and improved client-candidate matching. The company also received a Stevie Award for 'Best Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Solution' at the American Business Awards.

Robert Half's latest survey reveals increasing workplace burnout, with 36% of U.S. professionals feeling burned out and 33% reporting higher burnout levels compared to last year. The study, surveying 2,000 professionals, identifies key burnout factors: heavy workloads and long hours (40%), lack of managerial support (30%), and growth opportunities (27%).

The highest burnout rates are observed among Gen Z (39%), Millennials (40%), working parents (38%), and professionals at small/midsize businesses (37%). A parallel survey of 1,600 hiring managers reveals that staffing challenges lead to employee burnout (42%), delayed projects (39%), decreased productivity (37%), and higher turnover (36%).

To address these challenges, Robert Half recommends managers encourage time off, assist with project prioritization, consider contract hiring, recognize employee achievements, and maintain open communication channels.

Protiviti has announced the winners of its first-ever Audit Innovator Award at the IIA's Great Audit Minds 2025 conference in Kissimmee, FL. The awards program, supported by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and AuditBoard, recognizes innovative approaches in audit processes.

Two categories were awarded: Audit Strategy and Transformation, won by DTCC's Internal Audit Department for their Digital Champion Leaderboard platform that uses gamification to promote innovative audit practices, and Enabling Technology, awarded to a major pet supplies e-commerce platform for their data-driven audit planning solution.

The program aims to inspire forward-thinking approaches and foster a collaborative community where internal audit professionals can navigate new risks and serve as strategic advisors. The 2025 Award season applications will launch in Q3 2025.

A comprehensive global study reveals that only 15% of organizations identify themselves as disruptive leaders, while 75% anticipate business model changes within three years. The second annual Global Board Governance Survey, conducted by Protiviti, BoardProspects, and Broadridge Financial Solutions, surveyed over 1,800 board members and executives in Q4 2024.

The study categorizes organizations into distinct groups: 34% are disruptive aspirants, 25% are both disruptors and at risk, 16% are agile followers, and 7% are slow to respond to disruption. Notably, 77% of disruptive leaders express confidence in handling disruptions, compared to only 28% of slow-responding organizations.

The survey also highlights the role of generative AI as a key indicator of disruption readiness, with 72% of disruptive leaders viewing it as an opportunity, while over 40% of disrupted organizations see it as a risk.

Protiviti has been awarded a Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award for Best Places to Work in the U.S. for 2025. The recognition is based on anonymous employee feedback submitted through Glassdoor during the past year, evaluating factors such as job satisfaction, work environment, and employer performance.

Employees rated various workplace aspects including career opportunities, compensation, corporate culture, senior management, diversity and inclusion, and work/life balance. The selection process utilized Glassdoor's proprietary awards algorithm, considering reviews submitted between October 17, 2023, and October 16, 2024.

The consulting firm has maintained a strong track record of workplace excellence, having been listed on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® for 10 consecutive years. In 2024, Protiviti received multiple recognitions including Fortune Best Workplace for Consulting & Professional Services™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials™, Glassdoor Best-Led Company, and Seramount awards for being a Top Company for Executive Women and Best Company for Multicultural Women.

Robert Half (RHI) has appointed Nick Cerise as its new chief marketing officer. In this role, Cerise will be responsible for driving global marketing initiatives, including digital and web marketing, data analytics, customer insights, and brand strategy. With over 20 years of global experience, Cerise brings expertise in implementing digital-first marketing strategies to drive business growth.

Prior to joining Robert Half, Cerise served as chief marketing officer and global head of revenue generation at TTEC, where his work earned him recognition as one of the '50 Influential Marketing Leaders Changing the Industry' by Comparably. The appointment aligns with Robert Half's evolution to meet changing client and job seeker needs in an increasingly digital landscape.

Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) and its subsidiary Protiviti have been recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers 2025 by Forbes. This recognition stems from an extensive independent survey of approximately 217,000 employees at companies with 5,000+ workers in the United States.

The evaluation was based on employees' willingness to recommend their employer, considering factors such as compensation, career development, meaningful work, collegial support, and workplace flexibility. Robert Half distinguishes itself through flexible work arrangements, competitive benefits, wellness programs, and employee network groups.

The company has also maintained its position on the Fortune Most Admired Company list for 28 consecutive years and has earned recognition from Forbes as a World's Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women.

Economic uncertainty remains the primary concern for global business leaders, according to a new survey by Protiviti and North Carolina State University's ERM Initiative. The 13th annual survey, polling 1,215 board members and C-suite executives worldwide, assessed 32 risks over near-term (2-3 years) and long-term (decade) horizons.

The top three near-term risks identified are: economic conditions including inflationary pressures, cyber threats, and talent-related challenges. Notably, resistance to change dropped from 4th place in 2023 to 17th in 2024, suggesting improved organizational resilience.

For the 2035 outlook, key concerns remain consistent: economic conditions and inflationary pressures lead macroeconomic risks, regulatory changes top strategic risks, and cyber threats dominate operational risks. The survey also highlights emerging concerns about geopolitical shifts (22% of executives), customer loyalty (22%), and supply chain issues (16%).

Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has announced an increase in its quarterly cash dividend. The company's board of directors has approved a raise from $0.53 to $0.59 per share, representing an 11.3% increase. The dividend will be paid on March 14, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 25, 2025.