HireQuest, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on September 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 1, 2026. This filing discloses the initiation of this specific periodic payment. HireQuest operates as a national franchisor of on-demand staffing and executive search services.

HireQuest reported second quarter 2026 net income of $2.7 million ($0.19 diluted EPS), up from $1.1 million in the prior year, driven by a 4.1% increase in franchise royalties to $7.6 million and lower SG&A expenses. Total revenue reached $8.1 million, with pro forma total revenue increasing 16.6%. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $4.6 million from $3.3 million. The company also disclosed a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share paid on June 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 1, 2026. HireQuest operates in the staffing and recruiting industry.