HireQuest (HQI) Board declares $0.06 per-share quarterly dividend payable September 15, 2026

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

HireQuest, Inc. reported that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share of common stock. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on September 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of September 1, 2026.

The company notes that payment of this dividend is expressly conditioned on the Board not revoking the dividend before the payment date. It also states that any future dividends will require quarterly Board approval and will depend on factors such as cash flow, financial condition, legal and financing constraints, tax law changes, and other risks described in its SEC filings.

8-K Event Classification

Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure

1 item

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure

Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.

Key Figures

Quarterly dividend per share: $0.06 per share Dividend payment date: September 15, 2026 Dividend record date: September 1, 2026

3 metrics

Quarterly dividend per share $0.06 per share Cash dividend on common stock declared by the Board of Directors

Dividend payment date September 15, 2026 Scheduled payment date for the declared quarterly dividend

Dividend record date September 1, 2026 Shareholders of record on this date are entitled to the dividend

Key Terms

quarterly dividend, shareholders of record, forward-looking statements, Regulation FD Disclosure

4 terms

quarterly dividend financial

"its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.06 per share"

A quarterly dividend is a payment a company gives to its shareholders four times a year, usually as a share of its profits. It's like getting a small bonus every few months for owning the company's stock, which can provide a steady income. Investors watch these payments to see how well a company is doing and whether it’s a good investment.

shareholders of record financial

"payable September 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business"

Shareholders of record are the people officially listed as owners of a company's stock on a specific date. This matters because only these shareholders are entitled to receive dividends or vote at company meetings. It's like being on the official guest list for a party—you get to enjoy the perks and have a say.

forward-looking statements regulatory

"may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A"

Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.

Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory

"Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure. On August 13, 2026, HireQuest, Inc."

Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.

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FAQ

What dividend did HireQuest (HQI) declare in August 2026?

HireQuest’s Board declared a $0.06 per share quarterly cash dividend on its common stock. The company describes this as a regular quarterly dividend, with payment and future dividends subject to Board approval and various financial and legal considerations.

When is the HireQuest (HQI) dividend record date and payment date?

The quarterly dividend will be paid on September 15, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 1, 2026. Investors must be shareholders of record on that date to receive the dividend.

Is the September 2026 HireQuest (HQI) dividend guaranteed to be paid?

The company states the dividend payment is conditioned on the Board not revoking it before the payment date. It emphasizes that there can be no assurance future dividends will be declared, as they depend on ongoing Board review and risk factors.

How often does HireQuest (HQI) plan to pay dividends?

HireQuest describes this as a quarterly dividend. The company states that declaration of future quarterly dividends is subject to Board approval each quarter after reviewing financial performance, cash needs, and other risks and constraints.

What factors could affect future dividends from HireQuest (HQI)?

Future dividends depend on factors including cash flow and cash needs, applicable law, financing agreement restrictions, tax law changes, and the company’s financial condition or results, as well as other risks described in its SEC reports.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)

OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 13, 2026

HIREQUEST, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its Charter)

Delaware		001-38513		91-2079472
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

111 Springhall Drive, Goose Creek, SC		29445
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)		(Zip Code)

(843) 723-7400

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each Class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common Stock, $0.001 par value	HQI	The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 7.01         Regulation FD Disclosure.

On August 13, 2026, HireQuest, Inc. (the "Company") announced that its Board of Directors had declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share of common stock expected to be paid September 15, 2026 with a record date of September 1, 2026. This announcement is contained in a press release issued by the Company and attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

The information in this Item 7.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section, nor shall it be deemed subject to the requirements of amended Item 10 of Regulation S-K, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, whether made before or after the date hereof, regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing. The furnishing of this information hereby shall not be deemed an admission as to the materiality of such information.

The information in this report and in Exhibit 99.1 hereto may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. 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 and 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 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.

Item 9.01         Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)           Exhibits

99.1        Press Release dated August 13, 2026 (furnished only)

104         Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this Report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, hereunto duly authorized.

		HIREQUEST, INC.
		(Registrant)
Date: August 13, 2026				/s/ John McAnnar
				John McAnnar
				Chief Legal Officer, Vice President, and Corporate Secretary

Exhibit 99.1

HireQuest, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend

GOOSE CREEK, South Carolina – August 13, 2026 – 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 September 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 1, 2026.

About HireQuest

HireQuest is a franchisor of staffing solutions with a footprint across the U.S. and international markets. Through its primary divisions - HireQuest Direct, HireQuest Health, Snelling, TradeCorp and DriverQuest - the company delivers temporary, direct-hire, and contract workforce solutions across a wide range of industries, including construction, light industrial, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, hospitality, logistics and more. From on-demand staffing to direct hire recruiting, HireQuest's divisions work together to provide workforce solutions that help businesses grow and create meaningful opportunities for the communities we serve.  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

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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Press Releases

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