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ROBERT HALF REPORTS THIRD-QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS

Robert Half Inc. (RHI) reported Q3 2026 net income of $50M ($0.49 per share) on revenues of $1.359B, up from $43M ($0.43 per share) on $1.354B in Q3 2025. CEO Keith Waddell noted flat global enterprise revenues but a 2% increase in talent solutions revenue. The company will host a conference call to discuss results.

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Published Oct 22, 2026, 8:05 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$RHINeutralMed
01

Why it matters

The earnings release may prompt short‑term trading activity, especially around the conference call, but long‑term impact hinges on guidance and macro hiring conditions.

02

Market read

Earnings data offers fresh insight into hiring demand and professional services demand, relevant for sector investors.

03

What to watch

Management highlighted AI and technology investments that may drive future growth beyond the current quarter.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 7/10Timing: post‑market release with conference call later today

Background

Robert Half is a leading talent solutions and consulting firm; its quarterly earnings are closely watched for signs of hiring trends.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$RHINeutralHigh confidence
Context

Robert Half Inc. reported its Q3 2026 earnings, showing flat revenue year‑over‑year and a decline in net income.

Expected impact

likely modest pressure or upside depending on market reaction to flat revenue and earnings decline

Evidence & confidence

The numbers are new and directly affect valuation; however the changes are modest, so impact is limited.

Market effects

Provides a data point for the staffing and professional services sector, indicating modest growth and potential headwinds.

U.S. market participants may adjust exposure to staffing firms.

Limited to investors tracking global professional services trends.

Counterpoint

Flat revenue could be seen as a buying opportunity if the market overreacts to the slight earnings dip.

Key entities

  • Robert Half Inc.

    Staffing and professional services firm reporting Q3 2026 results.

  • M. Keith Waddell

    President and CEO of Robert Half, provided commentary on results.

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Robert Half (RHI) reported Q3 2026 revenue of $1.359B, up 2% YoY for Talent Solutions. US Talent Solutions grew 3%, while non-US declined 1%. Protiviti revenue fell 3% YoY. Gross margins improved in both segments. The company guided Q4 revenue to $1.285B-$1.39B and EPS to $0.36-$0.46. Adjusted operating income rose 5.3% YoY to $73M.

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Robert Half (RHI) reported Q3 earnings, with Talent Solutions gross margin rising to 47.4% and Protiviti revenue at $483M. Protiviti saw improved adjusted operating income and gross margin. RHI forecasts Q4 revenue of $1.285B-$1.385B and EPS of $0.36-$0.46, with growth driven by regulatory compliance demand and cost actions.

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Robert Half: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

Robert Half International Inc. (RHI) reported Q3 net income of $49.9 million, or 49 cents per share, exceeding analyst estimates of 47 cents per share. Revenue was $1.36 billion, meeting expectations. The staffing firm's earnings beat Wall Street forecasts.