Robert Half (RHI) Stock Overview
Provides talent solutions and business consulting services in the United States and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 4/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$26.83 |
| 52 Week High | US$48.54 |
| 52 Week Low | US$21.83 |
| Beta | 0.79 |
| 1 Month Change | 6.09% |
| 3 Month Change | -18.28% |
| 1 Year Change | -38.14% |
| 3 Year Change | -59.88% |
| 5 Year Change | -70.08% |
| Change since IPO | 15,640.32% |
Recent News & Updates
RHI: Limited AI Disruption And Cost Actions Will Support Future Earnings Quality
The analyst price target for Robert Half has been adjusted slightly to reflect updated fair value estimates of about $48 and a modestly lower assumed future P/E. Analysts point to mixed recent research that includes both price target cuts citing cost actions and AI exposure, as well as price target increases alongside a fresh upgrade.Robert Half: Well-Financed With A Debt-Free Balance Sheet
Apr 22
RHI: Cost Action Charge Will Restrain Profitability Despite Low AI Disruption Risk
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets for Robert Half by a few dollars to reflect recent cuts from firms, with targets now centered around the low to mid $30s and high $20s. They cite the impact of cost actions on near term profitability while also highlighting relatively limited AI disruption risk to the business.Recent updates
RHI: Limited AI Disruption And Cost Actions Will Support Future Earnings Quality
The analyst price target for Robert Half has been adjusted slightly to reflect updated fair value estimates of about $48 and a modestly lower assumed future P/E. Analysts point to mixed recent research that includes both price target cuts citing cost actions and AI exposure, as well as price target increases alongside a fresh upgrade.Robert Half: Well-Financed With A Debt-Free Balance Sheet
Apr 22RHI: Cost Action Charge Will Restrain Profitability Despite Low AI Disruption Risk
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets for Robert Half by a few dollars to reflect recent cuts from firms, with targets now centered around the low to mid $30s and high $20s. They cite the impact of cost actions on near term profitability while also highlighting relatively limited AI disruption risk to the business.RHI: Cost Action Charge Will Pressure Profitability Despite Limited AI Disruption Risk
Analysts have reduced the Robert Half fair value estimate from $22.00 to $20.00, reflecting lower price targets on the stock after recent research updates that highlight tempered profitability expectations and relatively limited AI disruption risk. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates point to a more cautious tone around Robert Half, centered on tempered profitability expectations and a reset in valuation assumptions.RHI: Cost Actions And Limited AI Risk Will Shape Future Performance
Robert Half's updated analyst price target moves lower to $22, reflecting an $11 reset as analysts factor in a higher discount rate, slightly different revenue expectations, reduced profit margin assumptions, and recent Street research that trims targets after cost actions and revised profitability ramps, even as some highlight relatively limited AI disruption risk. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a mixed picture, with several firms trimming price targets and flagging execution risks, even as others adjust targets higher.RHI: Limited AI Disruption And Cost Actions Will Support A More Constructive Outlook
Analysts trimmed their price targets on Robert Half, with our updated fair value estimate easing from about $48.45 to $47.84. This reflects recent target cuts into the mid $20s to low $30s range and new expectations around cost actions, profitability trends, and limited AI disruption risk in its business services exposure.
RHI: Cost Actions Will Support Future Margins And Fair Value Reassessment
The updated analyst price target for Robert Half shifts to $32.39 from $30.67 as analysts weigh a lower discount rate, modestly higher revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a slightly reduced future P/E multiple, along with mixed recent Street target revisions that reflect both optimism and tempered expectations after the company's $17 million cost-action charge. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Robert Half shows a split view, with some analysts lifting targets and others pulling back after the company disclosed a US$17 million cost action charge in its latest 10-K.Robert Half (NYSE:RHI) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.59
Feb 16
RHI: Higher P/E Assumptions Will Support A More Constructive Share Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price targets on Robert Half higher by a few dollars, reflecting updated views on fair value around $48.45, a slightly higher discount rate, modestly adjusted revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a higher projected P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research shows a cluster of upward price target revisions on Robert Half, with several bullish analysts tightening their views around the updated fair value assumptions near $48.45.RHI: Ongoing Share Repurchases Will Support Fair Value Despite Softer Outlook
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Robert Half to about $30.67 from roughly $30.78, citing slightly higher discount rate assumptions, modestly softer revenue growth expectations, a small improvement in profit margin, and a marginally lower future P/E estimate. What's in the News From July 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025, Robert Half repurchased 573,650 shares for US$20.21 million, representing 0.57% of the company.Here's What's Concerning About Robert Half's (NYSE:RHI) Returns On Capital
Jan 09RHI: Sequential Contract Stabilization And Conservative Buybacks Will Balance Softer Guidance
Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Robert Half by roughly US$9 to US$19 per share, citing softer guidance, mixed quarterly trends between staffing and Protiviti, and a cautious approach to leverage and buybacks. Together, these factors support only modest tweaks to discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions in the model.RHI: Sequential Contract Stabilization Will Offset Softer Guidance And Consulting Weakness
Analysts have moderately reduced their price target on Robert Half, trimming fair value by about $1.70 to approximately $30.80 per share as they factor in softer guidance, margin pressure from weaker Protiviti trends, and a still muted rebound in staffing demand. Analyst Commentary Street research reflects a mixed but generally cautious stance on Robert Half, with lower price targets anchored in tempered expectations for near term growth and profitability.RHI: Sequential Contract Talent Stabilization Will Drive Renewed Upside Momentum Ahead
Analysts have modestly reduced their price target on Robert Half, trimming fair value by about $2 to roughly $32.50 per share as softer revenue growth, compressed margins, and cautious commentary on demand offset some early signs of stabilization in contract talent trends. Analyst Commentary Street research following the Q3 report reflects a mixed but generally cautious stance, with lower price targets signaling tempered expectations for both cyclical recovery and margin expansion.RHI: Sequential Improvement In Contract Talent Revenues Will Drive Renewed Momentum Ahead
Robert Half's analyst price target was reduced by $0.44 to $34.67. Analysts cited cautious management guidance and ongoing margin pressures, despite some stabilization in contract talent revenues.RHI: Sequential Weekly Contract Talent Revenue Gains Will Support Positive Momentum
Analysts have modestly trimmed their average price target for Robert Half, now reducing fair value by $0.22 to $35.11. This adjustment is attributed to management’s conservative outlook and mixed revenue trends following recent earnings reports.The Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI) Third-Quarter Results Are Out And Analysts Have Published New Forecasts
Nov 05Robert Half Inc.'s (NYSE:RHI) 26% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk
Nov 04Management Guidance And Market Uncertainty Will Shape The Next Phase
The consensus analyst price target for Robert Half has decreased notably from approximately $41.56 to $35.33. Analysts cite weaker than anticipated management guidance, margin pressures, and ongoing uncertainty around revenue trends as driving factors behind the revision.Digital Transformation And AI Readiness Will Spark Future Progress
Analysts have reduced their price target for Robert Half from $55 to $50. They cite stable but unremarkable demand trends within the IT staffing sector as the primary rationale for the adjustment.Getting In Cheap On Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI) Might Be Difficult
Jul 25Investors Could Be Concerned With Robert Half's (NYSE:RHI) Returns On Capital
Jul 02Is There An Opportunity With Robert Half Inc.'s (NYSE:RHI) 46% Undervaluation?
Jun 14We Think Shareholders May Want To Consider A Review Of Robert Half Inc.'s (NYSE:RHI) CEO Compensation Package
May 08Robert Half: Avoid Shares After A Brutal Q1
Apr 24What You Can Learn From Robert Half Inc.'s (NYSE:RHI) P/E
Mar 13Robert Half (NYSE:RHI) Will Be Hoping To Turn Its Returns On Capital Around
Feb 20Robert Half: Business Continues To Struggle With Poor Demand
Feb 13Robert Half: Weak Margins Weigh On Results Even As Revenue Nears A Floor
Feb 01Robert Half: Challenging Times Caused By Market Uncertainty
Jan 12The Price Is Right For Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI)
Dec 02Robert Half Inc.: Still Negative On The Near-Term Performance
Oct 24Capital Allocation Trends At Robert Half (NYSE:RHI) Aren't Ideal
Oct 12Robert Half: Further Downside With Results Not Yet At The Bottom
Oct 03Is It Time To Consider Buying Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI)?
Sep 24
Protiviti's Calculated Moves Spark Future Growth Despite Economic Challenges
Implementation of AI and technology innovations indicates potential for higher efficiency and competitive edge, improving future margins.Robert Half Inc.: Weak Business Trends Continue To Persist
Jul 29Earnings Miss: Robert Half Inc. Missed EPS By 6.9% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts
Jul 27Robert Half's (NYSE:RHI) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business
Jun 14Shareholder Returns
| RHI | US Professional Services | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -2.5% | 1.8% | 1.8% |
| 1Y | -38.1% | -21.2% | 29.8% |
Return vs Industry: RHI underperformed the US Professional Services industry which returned -20.5% over the past year.
Return vs Market: RHI underperformed the US Market which returned 28.4% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| RHI volatility | |
|---|---|
| RHI Average Weekly Movement | 8.4% |
| Professional Services Industry Average Movement | 8.1% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: RHI has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: RHI's weekly volatility (8%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 14,500 | M. Waddell | www.roberthalf.com |
Robert Half Inc. provides talent solutions and business consulting services in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: Contract Talent Solutions, Permanent Placement Talent Solutions, and Protiviti. The Contract Talent Solutions segment provides contract engagement professionals in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal and administrative, and customer support.
Robert Half Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| RHI fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$2.65b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$129.43m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$5.33b |
20.8x
P/E Ratio0.5x
P/S RatioIs RHI overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| RHI income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$5.33b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$3.34b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.98b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.85b |
| Earnings | US$129.43m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.29 |
| Gross Margin | 37.23% |
| Net Profit Margin | 2.43% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did RHI perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
8.8%
Current Dividend Yield182%
Payout RatioDoes RHI pay a reliable dividends?
See RHI dividend history and benchmarks| Robert Half dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 22 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 15 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 16 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 40 days |
Does RHI pay a reliable dividends?
See RHI dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/05 03:54 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/05 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Robert Half Inc. is covered by 23 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Mark Marcon | Baird |
| Gary Bisbee | Barclays |
| Manav Patnaik | Barclays |