Global consulting firm honored for embedding innovation, AI training and employee-driven problem-solving into the workplace experience
, /PRNewswire/ -- Global consulting firm Protiviti has been named to Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators in North America 2026 list, underscoring the firm's commitment to making innovation a practical, employee-driven part of how people learn, collaborate and deliver value for clients.
This recognition reflects Protiviti's investment in a workplace culture that helps employees turn promising ideas into scalable solutions, better ways of working and measurable business impact. Across the firm, employees have access to structured programs, innovation communities, advanced artificial intelligence tools, generative AI training, design thinking resources and opportunities to submit, test and advance new ideas.
Key elements of Protiviti's innovation culture include:
Innovation training and AI enablement: All employees firmwide participate in a core innovation curriculum including design thinking, agile principles and experiential learning as well as generative AI training. Employee-led ideas: Team members submit use cases, join internal innovation challenges and contribute to global communities focused on improving business processes and client outcomes. Innovation ambassadors: Employee ambassadors support the exchange of ideas across geographies, roles and teams. Patent development: Protiviti's global patent program advances practical innovations focused on solving business challenges and rewards the colleagues who have earned the patents. Client-focused experimentation: The firm evaluates employee-submitted concepts and advances those with potential to improve processes, delivery and client value. One example is Protiviti's second U.S. patent, "Systems and Methods for Automated Data Set Matching Services," an AI and machine learning solution designed to streamline high-volume questionnaire response processes. The patented technology helps reduce manual effort, improve consistency and allow teams to focus their efforts on higher-value review and client-focused work.
"We are honored and excited to return to the Fast Company list as one of the Best Workplaces for Innovators in North America after three straight years on the list from 2022-2024. At Protiviti, innovation is one of our core values and is integral to facilitating how we help our clients solve increasingly complex business problems," said Cory Gunderson, Protiviti's chief operating officer and executive vice president, global solutions. "Our clients need creative solutions leveraging today's technology that create confidence and drive momentum. By encouraging our people to think differently and providing the support to translate ideas into better ways of working, we strengthen how we deliver for our clients while providing exciting growth opportunities for our employees."
"We want innovation to feel accessible, purposeful and relevant to every employee, regardless of role, level or geography," said Ashley Cuevas, Protiviti's global innovation leader. "That means creating space for people to ask sharper questions, experiment with purpose and bring forward ideas that improve the way we work. When employees feel equipped to contribute, innovation becomes more than a program. It becomes a shared behavior that helps us create smarter solutions and better client experiences."
More than 1,000 submissions for the 2026 Best Workplaces for Innovators list were evaluated by a team of Fast Company editors and reporters. Finalists were then reviewed by a panel of judges comprised of editors, business leaders and other innovators to determine rankings.
In 2026, Protiviti also has been named to Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers, America's Best Employers for Women and World's Best Management Consulting Firms lists.
About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that helps clients transform and protect their businesses, and respond to planned and unexpected events. Through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries, Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms deliver deep expertise and tailored capabilities across technology, artificial intelligence, data, operations, finance, legal, compliance, HR, marketing, digital, risk, and internal audit — enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, navigate risks and safeguard what matters most.
Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2015, Protiviti Inc. has served more than 80% of Fortune 100 and nearly 80% of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI).
Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI – Get Free Report) has been given an average recommendation of “Hold” by the ten analysts that are presently covering the firm, MarketBeat.com reports. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell recommendation, four have assigned a hold recommendation and three have given a buy recommendation to the company. The average 12 month target price among brokerages that have issued a report on the stock in the last year is $34.75.
A number of brokerages have recently weighed in on RHI. Weiss Ratings upgraded Robert Half from a “sell (d+)” rating to a “hold (c-)” rating in a research note on Tuesday, August 18th. Truist Financial boosted their price objective on Robert Half from $40.00 to $50.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 22nd. BMO Capital Markets upgraded Robert Half from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $47.00 price objective for the company in a research note on Monday, July 27th. Zacks Research raised Robert Half from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Tuesday, July 14th. Finally, Robert W. Baird set a $47.00 target price on Robert Half in a research report on Monday, July 27th.
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Institutional Trading of Robert Half Hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. BlackRock Inc. bought a new position in shares of Robert Half during the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $409,875,000. AQR Capital Management LLC lifted its stake in Robert Half by 24.8% in the third quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC now owns 7,738,454 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $262,953,000 after purchasing an additional 1,537,245 shares during the last quarter. Pzena Investment Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of Robert Half during the 2nd quarter valued at $191,025,000. Capital World Investors raised its stake in Robert Half by 36.0% in the 4th quarter. Capital World Investors now owns 5,902,279 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $160,306,000 after acquiring an additional 1,561,146 shares during the period. Finally, State Street Corp raised its position in shares of Robert Half by 2.7% in the second quarter. State Street Corp now owns 4,873,440 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $200,055,000 after purchasing an additional 127,322 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 92.41% of the company’s stock. Robert Half Price Performance NYSE RHI opened at $45.34 on Monday. Robert Half has a 1 year low of $21.83 and a 1 year high of $46.70. The firm has a market cap of $4.64 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 39.43 and a beta of 0.79. The company has a fifty day moving average price of $38.47 and a 200-day moving average price of $30.69.
Robert Half (NYSE:RHI – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The business services provider reported $0.26 earnings per share for the quarter, meeting analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.26. Robert Half had a net margin of 2.17% and a return on equity of 9.18%. The company had revenue of $1.34 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.32 billion. During the same period last year, the firm earned $0.41 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue was down 2.4% on a year-over-year basis. On average, research analysts anticipate that Robert Half will post 1.27 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Robert Half Dividend Announcement The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 15th. Investors of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be given a dividend of $0.59 per share. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, August 25th. This represents a $2.36 annualized dividend and a yield of 5.2%. Robert Half’s dividend payout ratio is presently 205.22%.
About Robert Half (Get Free Report)
Robert Half International Inc, founded in 1948 by Robert Half, is a global professional staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. As a pioneer in specialized staffing, the company has built a reputation for matching skilled professionals with leading organizations across a range of industries. Robert Half’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RHI, reflecting its position as one of the longest‐standing and best‐known firms in the staffing sector.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including temporary staffing, permanent placement, and consulting solutions.
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While AI adoption for financial forecasting rose from 58% to 76% year over year, only 35% of finance organizations say they are effective at measuring AI ROI
, /PRNewswire/ -- CFOs and finance organizations are using artificial intelligence to strengthen financial forecasting, scenario planning and process automation as economic, monetary and trade policy uncertainty reshapes the finance agenda, according to the results of Protiviti's 2026 Global Finance Trends Survey. At the same time, security and privacy of data ranks, again, as finance leaders' top priority to address over the next year, underscoring the importance of trusted data governance as AI becomes more embedded in finance operations. In its report, Synchronize, Protiviti notes that among the 77% of finance organizations now employing AI, financial forecasting has emerged as the leading AI use case.
Still, many finance organizations have yet to satisfactorily connect AI investments to measurable business outcomes. Current use cases remain concentrated in core finance activities such as financial forecasting, risk assessment and management, and process automation. This highlights a longer-term need for more governed, measurable and scalable AI-enabled finance transformation.
Key findings from Protiviti's 2026 Global Finance Trends Survey
Finding
Why it matters for CFOs and finance leaders
77% of finance organizations now employ AI.
AI is becoming embedded in finance workflows, but adoption alone does not guarantee measurable value.
AI financial forecasting adoption rose from 58% to 76% year over year.
Finance teams are using AI to analyze larger data sets, perform more scenario planning and deliver faster insights to leadership.
Only 35% say they are highly or moderately effective at measuring AI ROI.
Finance leaders need clearer objectives, stronger governance and more consistent value measurement to justify AI investment.
Just 14% of finance groups are employing AI pursuant to a defined strategy.
Finance organizations are not yet employing the technology in a fully mature, measurable or scaled way.
Security and privacy of data ranks as the top finance priority for the third consecutive year.
A key reason data security and privacy stands out: its relevance across the use of AI and automation tools that leverage data inside and outside the organization. Trusted data governance and cybersecurity are foundational to scaling AI across forecasting, planning and analytics.
83% of CFOs rank cash management among their top three areas requiring the most attention as a result of economic and trade policy volatility.
Liquidity discipline is becoming a core measure of resilience amid these global market developments.
"Finance leaders have moved beyond asking whether to adopt AI. Today's challenge is to use AI to make more informed business decisions and prove that it is delivering measurable value," said Christopher Wright, global leader of Protiviti's CFO Solutions and Business Performance Improvement practice. "Organizations that pair strong data governance with clear business objectives are better positioned to navigate economic uncertainty, shifting market conditions and rising expectations for finance transformation."
Survey identifies additional AI uses
Other leading AI use cases in finance include:
Risk assessment and management (67%): Using advanced analytics to identify, measure and mitigate financial risks more proactively. Process automation (56%): Streamlining repetitive tasks to improve efficiency and reduce errors. The survey also identifies AI-enabled scenario planning as an underdeveloped opportunity to connect forecasting, risk assessment and cash management.
Data governance and cybersecurity determine whether enterprise AI can scale
As AI becomes more embedded across forecasting, planning and analytics, finance organizations increasingly rely on larger volumes of internal and third-party data. For the third consecutive year, security and privacy of data ranked as finance leaders' top priority, ahead of financial planning, analytics and AI. The results reflect the importance organizations continue to place on protecting the data that supports AI-enabled finance transformation.
"AI is fundamentally changing how organizations use data," Wright said. "Organizations cannot scale AI without confidence in the quality, security and governance of their data. That is the major reason why cybersecurity and data governance remain finance's top priorities."
Cash management represents a measure of resilience
Economic uncertainty is also reshaping finance priorities. The survey found that 83% of CFOs rank cash management among their top three priorities as organizations respond to ongoing changes in economic, monetary and trade policy. In the current operating environment, CFOs and finance leaders are focused on strengthening cash flow forecasting, working capital dashboards and liquidity reporting, enabling leaders throughout the enterprise to see cash positions, funding needs and pressure points in real time rather than at month-end.
Industries placing the greatest emphasis on cash management include:
Financial services (61%) Manufacturing and distribution (55%) Healthcare (45%) Consumer product companies (41%) Survey resources available
Key findings from the Protiviti 2026 Global Finance Trends Survey are available for exploration on Protiviti's website. The site also offers a complimentary download of the full survey report in PDF format, including recommended action items for CFOs, an infographic, and video featuring Protiviti experts' commentary. A series of three webinars will delve into the survey's findings regarding Data Analytics & FP&A; AI In Finance; and Finance in an Era of Cyber Risk & Disruption. Details and registration information are available.
About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that helps clients transform and protect their businesses, and respond to planned and unexpected events. Through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries, Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms deliver deep expertise and tailored capabilities across technology, artificial intelligence, data, operations, finance, legal, compliance, HR, marketing, digital, risk, and internal audit — enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, navigate risks and safeguard what matters most.
Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2015, Protiviti Inc. has served more than 80% of Fortune 100 and nearly 80% of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI).
Key Takeaways Robert Half stock gained 87.6% in six months, beating the industry's 79.8% and S&P 500's 11.4% growth.RHI ended Q2 2026 with $325M cash, $102M free cash flow and a 1.47 current ratio.Robert Half paid a 59-cent quarterly dividend and returned $59M to shareholders in Q2 2026. Robert Half (RHI - Free Report) stock has gained 87.6% over the past six months, outperforming the industry’s 79.8% growth and the Zacks S&P 500 Composite's 11.4% return.
Six-Month Share Price Performance
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Let us delve deeper into the factors that have contributed to the company’s outperformance.
Favorable Above-Industry ReturnsRobert Half's return on equity (ROE) is higher than the industry average. Currently, the company’s ROE is 9.18%, while the industry benchmark is 8.32%, indicating that RHI generates greater earnings from its equity base than the broader industry, supporting its competitive positioning. Sustaining an above-industry ROE could strengthen the company’s ability to generate shareholder returns as operating conditions improve.
RHI’s Cash Profile Bolsters Liquidity
The company holds a strong cash profile. At the end of the second quarter of 2026, the company held $325 million in cash and $821 million in net receivables, with no outstanding borrowings under its $100 million revolving credit facility, reflecting a conservative balance sheet. RHI reported free cash flow (FCF) of $102 million during the second quarter of 2026 against the preceding quarter's negative FCF of $121 million. During the same period, it generated $109 million of cash from operations after using $112 million in the first quarter of 2026, leaving first-half operating cash use at only $4 million. This improving internally generated cash position is expected to support working capital, fixed payments, dividends and other obligations over both short-term and long-term periods.
RHI had a current ratio of 1.47 at the end of the second quarter of 2026, higher than the industry benchmark of 1.31. A metric above one indicates greater efficiency in meeting short-term obligations, which bolsters investor confidence.
Shareholder-Friendly Strategy
RHI consistently rewards its shareholders through dividend payments and share repurchases, despite fluctuations in its cash position. In 2023, 2024 and 2025, the company returned $205.91 million, $220 million and $238 million in dividends, while repurchasing shares worth $254.6 million, $276 million and $92.1 million, respectively. This consistency continued as the company paid a quarterly dividend of 59 cents per share and returned $59 million to its shareholders during the second quarter of 2026. These moves instill confidence among shareholders and demonstrate the company’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
RHI’s Zacks Rank & Stocks to ConsiderRobert Half currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
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Bright Horizons Family Solutions carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present. It has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 13.9%.
BFAM delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 7.6%, on average.
CBIZ also holds a Zacks Rank of 2 at present. It has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 11.6%.
CBZ beat earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters and missed once, with an average earnings surprise of 8.9%.
Canada Pension Plan Investment Board purchased a new stake in shares of Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 217,000 shares of the business services provider’s stock, valued at approximately $6,662,000. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board owned 0.21% of Robert Half as of its most recent SEC filing.
A number of other large investors have also made changes to their positions in RHI. Larson Financial Group LLC lifted its stake in shares of Robert Half by 321.0% in the 4th quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 1,002 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $27,000 after purchasing an additional 764 shares during the period. Gilpin Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in Robert Half during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $27,000. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. bought a new stake in Robert Half during the second quarter valued at approximately $34,000. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC increased its holdings in Robert Half by 605.6% during the second quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 1,136 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $35,000 after buying an additional 975 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Fifth Third Bancorp increased its holdings in Robert Half by 94.3% during the fourth quarter. Fifth Third Bancorp now owns 1,368 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $37,000 after buying an additional 664 shares during the last quarter. 92.41% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth RHI has been the topic of several recent research reports. Zacks Research upgraded shares of Robert Half from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Tuesday, July 14th. Truist Financial upped their price objective on Robert Half from $40.00 to $50.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 22nd. The Goldman Sachs Group upped their price objective on Robert Half from $26.00 to $29.00 and gave the stock a “sell” rating in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Robert W. Baird set a $47.00 target price on Robert Half in a report on Monday, July 27th. Finally, BMO Capital Markets upgraded Robert Half from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $47.00 target price on the stock in a research report on Monday, July 27th. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, four have given a Hold rating and three have issued a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $34.75.
View Our Latest Report on Robert Half Robert Half Stock Up 0.8% NYSE:RHI opened at $45.34 on Friday. The business’s 50-day simple moving average is $38.47 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $30.68. Robert Half Inc. has a 52 week low of $21.83 and a 52 week high of $46.70. The stock has a market cap of $4.64 billion, a PE ratio of 39.43 and a beta of 0.79.
Robert Half (NYSE:RHI – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 23rd. The business services provider reported $0.26 earnings per share for the quarter, hitting analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.26. Robert Half had a return on equity of 9.18% and a net margin of 2.17%.The firm had revenue of $1.34 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.32 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.41 earnings per share. The business’s quarterly revenue was down 2.4% compared to the same quarter last year. Sell-side analysts anticipate that Robert Half Inc. will post 1.27 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Robert Half Dividend Announcement The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 15th. Investors of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be issued a $0.59 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, August 25th. This represents a $2.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 5.2%. Robert Half’s payout ratio is currently 205.22%.
About Robert Half (Free Report)
Robert Half International Inc, founded in 1948 by Robert Half, is a global professional staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. As a pioneer in specialized staffing, the company has built a reputation for matching skilled professionals with leading organizations across a range of industries. Robert Half’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RHI, reflecting its position as one of the longest‐standing and best‐known firms in the staffing sector.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including temporary staffing, permanent placement, and consulting solutions.
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Allworth Financial LP acquired a new position in Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 20,073 shares of the business services provider’s stock, valued at approximately $616,000.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of RHI. Larson Financial Group LLC grew its holdings in Robert Half by 321.0% during the fourth quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 1,002 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $27,000 after acquiring an additional 764 shares during the period. Gilpin Wealth Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Robert Half in the fourth quarter valued at $27,000. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. acquired a new stake in Robert Half during the 2nd quarter worth about $34,000. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Robert Half by 605.6% during the second quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 1,136 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $35,000 after purchasing an additional 975 shares during the period. Finally, Fifth Third Bancorp grew its holdings in shares of Robert Half by 94.3% during the 4th quarter. Fifth Third Bancorp now owns 1,368 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $37,000 after acquiring an additional 664 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 92.41% of the company’s stock.
Robert Half Stock Up 0.3% NYSE RHI opened at $44.87 on Monday. Robert Half Inc. has a twelve month low of $21.83 and a twelve month high of $45.83. The company’s 50-day simple moving average is $37.17 and its 200 day simple moving average is $30.20. The stock has a market cap of $4.59 billion, a P/E ratio of 39.02 and a beta of 0.79.
Robert Half (NYSE:RHI – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The business services provider reported $0.26 EPS for the quarter, hitting analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.26. Robert Half had a return on equity of 9.18% and a net margin of 2.17%.The business had revenue of $1.34 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.32 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $0.41 EPS. Robert Half’s revenue for the quarter was down 2.4% on a year-over-year basis. Research analysts anticipate that Robert Half Inc. will post 1.27 earnings per share for the current year. Robert Half Dividend Announcement The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 15th. Investors of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be issued a dividend of $0.59 per share. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, August 25th. This represents a $2.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 5.3%. Robert Half’s payout ratio is currently 205.22%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several brokerages recently commented on RHI. Weiss Ratings raised Robert Half from a “sell (d+)” rating to a “hold (c-)” rating in a research note on Tuesday, August 18th. Robert W. Baird set a $47.00 price objective on shares of Robert Half in a research note on Monday, July 27th. Zacks Research upgraded shares of Robert Half from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 14th. Truist Financial boosted their target price on shares of Robert Half from $40.00 to $50.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 22nd. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group increased their target price on Robert Half from $26.00 to $29.00 and gave the company a “sell” rating in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, four have given a Hold rating and three have given a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $34.75.
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Robert Half Profile (Free Report)
Robert Half International Inc, founded in 1948 by Robert Half, is a global professional staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. As a pioneer in specialized staffing, the company has built a reputation for matching skilled professionals with leading organizations across a range of industries. Robert Half’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RHI, reflecting its position as one of the longest‐standing and best‐known firms in the staffing sector.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including temporary staffing, permanent placement, and consulting solutions.
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Bank of America Corp DE decreased its holdings in shares of Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI – Free Report) by 36.4% in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 404,360 shares of the business services provider’s stock after selling 231,908 shares during the quarter. Bank of America Corp DE owned about 0.40% of Robert Half worth $10,271,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also modified their holdings of the business. Royal Bank of Canada lifted its stake in shares of Robert Half by 19.3% in the 1st quarter. Royal Bank of Canada now owns 38,352 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $2,092,000 after purchasing an additional 6,212 shares during the period. Jones Financial Companies Lllp boosted its position in shares of Robert Half by 498.7% in the 1st quarter. Jones Financial Companies Lllp now owns 6,813 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $372,000 after purchasing an additional 5,675 shares during the last quarter. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. grew its stake in shares of Robert Half by 2.5% during the first quarter. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. now owns 304,359 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $16,603,000 after purchasing an additional 7,523 shares during the period. Empowered Funds LLC grew its stake in shares of Robert Half by 91.8% during the first quarter. Empowered Funds LLC now owns 55,719 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $3,039,000 after purchasing an additional 26,672 shares during the period. Finally, Sivia Capital Partners LLC increased its holdings in Robert Half by 94.6% in the second quarter. Sivia Capital Partners LLC now owns 8,098 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $332,000 after purchasing an additional 3,937 shares during the last quarter. 92.41% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Robert Half Trading Up 0.3% Shares of Robert Half stock opened at $44.87 on Monday. The stock’s fifty day simple moving average is $37.17 and its 200 day simple moving average is $30.20. The company has a market capitalization of $4.59 billion, a PE ratio of 39.02 and a beta of 0.79. Robert Half Inc. has a 12 month low of $21.83 and a 12 month high of $45.83.
Robert Half (NYSE:RHI – Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The business services provider reported $0.26 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, meeting analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.26. Robert Half had a return on equity of 9.18% and a net margin of 2.17%.The firm had revenue of $1.34 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $1.32 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the firm earned $0.41 earnings per share. The company’s revenue was down 2.4% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts predict that Robert Half Inc. will post 1.27 EPS for the current fiscal year. Robert Half Announces Dividend The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 15th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, August 25th will be paid a $0.59 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, August 25th. This represents a $2.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 5.3%. Robert Half’s payout ratio is presently 205.22%.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several equities analysts have weighed in on RHI shares. The Goldman Sachs Group increased their target price on Robert Half from $26.00 to $29.00 and gave the company a “sell” rating in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Truist Financial upped their price target on Robert Half from $40.00 to $50.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 22nd. Zacks Research raised Robert Half from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 14th. BMO Capital Markets upgraded shares of Robert Half from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $47.00 price target on the stock in a research report on Monday, July 27th. Finally, Weiss Ratings raised shares of Robert Half from a “sell (d+)” rating to a “hold (c-)” rating in a research note on Tuesday, August 18th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, four have issued a Hold rating and three have given a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $34.75.
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Robert Half Company Profile (Free Report)
Robert Half International Inc, founded in 1948 by Robert Half, is a global professional staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. As a pioneer in specialized staffing, the company has built a reputation for matching skilled professionals with leading organizations across a range of industries. Robert Half’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RHI, reflecting its position as one of the longest‐standing and best‐known firms in the staffing sector.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including temporary staffing, permanent placement, and consulting solutions.
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Honored for leadership in cybersecurity, financial crime compliance, AI-enabled consulting and enterprise transformation
, /PRNewswire/ -- Four Protiviti leaders have been named 2026 Top Consultants by Consulting magazine. The recognition honors senior-level consultants who deliver measurable client impact, drive innovation and contribute to the advancement of their firms and the broader consulting profession.
Protiviti honorees include:
Nick Britton – Excellence in Cybersecurity & Risk Technology
A managing director in Protiviti's Technology Consulting practice, Britton is recognized for advancing cybersecurity consulting through threat-informed solutions that help organizations reduce risk, strengthen cyber resilience and respond to evolving security threats. Katie Dunlap – Excellence in Technology & Digital Consulting
Protiviti's global leader of platform transformation services, data & AI, Dunlap recently joined the firm and is cited for work completed prior to joining Protiviti, including leading complex enterprise transformation programs and delivering AI-powered solutions at scale. Mark Highton – Excellence in Operational & Process Consulting
Protiviti's Global Financial Crime Compliance leader, Highton is honored for advancing financial crime compliance operating and delivery capabilities, including large-scale anti-money laundering (AML) solutions that improve operational efficiency and strengthen risk management. Payal Shah – Excellence in Technology & Digital Consulting
A managing director in Protiviti's Technology Consulting practice, Shah is recognized for significantly expanding Protiviti's Workday practice and helping clients modernize their enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms to enable scalable, data-driven transformation. "These leaders reflect the vision, expertise and client focus that define how Protiviti helps organizations respond to an increasingly complex operating landscape," said Joseph Tarantino, president and CEO, Protiviti. "As organizations put AI to work, modernize their operations and adapt to rapid technological change, our honorees exemplify the expertise, innovation and practical problem-solving that help clients move forward with confidence."
About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that helps clients transform and protect their businesses, and respond to planned and unexpected events. Through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries, Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms deliver deep expertise and tailored capabilities across technology, artificial intelligence, data, operations, finance, legal, compliance, HR, marketing, digital, risk, and internal audit—enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, navigate risks and safeguard what matters most.
Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2015, Protiviti Inc. has served more than 80 percent of Fortune 100 and nearly 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI).
Protiviti is not licensed or registered as a public accounting firm and does not issue opinions on financial statements or offer attestation services.
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Key Takeaways Robert Half gained 62.1% in three months as Talent Solutions improved sequentially and cash flow rebounded.2027 revenue is projected to rise 4.7% to $5.57B, while earnings are expected to jump 57.5% to $2 a share.Robert Half trades at 24.9X forward earnings, above its sub-industry's 17.6X and five-year median of 18.8X. Robert Half Inc. (RHI - Free Report) has gained 62.1% in the past three months as Talent Solutions improves sequentially and cash generation rebounds. The rally leaves investors weighing recovery against a richer valuation.
Near-term earnings expectations remain soft, while 2027 estimates point to a sharper rebound. That gap makes earnings improvement central to whether the current premium can hold.
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Robert Half's Recovery Faces a Valuation TestSecond-quarter revenues fell 2.4% year over year to $1.34 billion, but Talent Solutions revenues declined just 1%. Permanent Placement Talent Solutions rose 2.9% to $118 million, while Talent Solutions delivered a third straight quarter of sequential adjusted revenue growth.
The 2027 estimates are more encouraging. Revenues are projected to increase 4.7% to $5.57 billion and earnings are expected to rise 57.5% to $2 per share, supporting recovery if hiring demand improves.
RHI's Cash Flow and Dividend Offer SupportFree cash flow rebounded to $102 million from negative $121 million in the first quarter, while operating cash flow reached $109 million. Robert Half also paid a quarterly dividend of 59 cents per share, totaling $59 million.
Liquidity provides another cushion. The current ratio was 1.47 at June 30, and the company held $325 million of cash and $821 million of net receivables. It had no cash borrowings under its $100 million revolving credit facility.
Robert Half's Earnings Outlook Still Looks UnevenThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings is $1.27 per share versus $1.33 in 2025. Revenues are projected to decline 1.2% to $5.32 billion, leaving the current fiscal year without meaningful top-line growth.
The earnings estimate for the current fiscal year has also declined 1.6% over the past four weeks. Until revisions turn more favorable, sequential staffing improvement has not translated into broad earnings momentum.
RHI's Premium Multiple Raises the HurdleRobert Half trades at 24.9X forward 12-month consensus earnings, above the staffing sub-industry's 17.6X, the Zacks Business Services sector's 18.0X and its five-year median of 18.8X. That premium requires stronger operating progress to become easier to defend.
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Peer results show an uneven staffing backdrop. Kelly Services, Inc. (KELYA - Free Report) reported second-quarter 2026 revenue down 5.8% year over year but cited improving underlying trends. Korn Ferry (KFY - Free Report) posted 7% year-over-year fee revenue growth in its fiscal fourth quarter, underscoring that recovery is not uniform across the group.
Robert Half's Risk Profile Limits ConvictionClients remain cautious, and Contract Talent Solutions hours worked fell 2.8% year over year in the second quarter. Revenue per employee declined 4%, 7% and 6.5% in 2023, 2024 and 2025, respectively, while limited long-term contracts constrain visibility.
Competition adds another execution test. First-half 2026 capitalized expenditures totaled $32 million, with about 78% directed to software and technology infrastructure. Management expects 2026 capitalized expenditures of $50 million to $70 million, making disciplined returns on those investments important.
Robert Half's Ratings Favor SelectivityRobert Half's improving cash generation and early staffing recovery are offset by soft 2026 estimates and a valuation premium. For investors weighing whether to buy, hold or wait, the current setup favors selectivity until earnings momentum becomes clearer.
The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell), which reflects unfavorable near-term earnings estimate revisions.
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Its Value Score of B is the most constructive reading, signaling a relatively favorable value profile within the Zacks framework.
The Growth Score of C, Momentum Score of F and VGM Score of C provide less support, particularly on timing. The 2027 outlook still points to recovery potential, but the ratings favor waiting for broader confirmation rather than relying on valuation or cash flow alone.
Key Takeaways RHI expects Q3 revenues of $1.31B-$1.41B and adjusted EPS of 43-53 cents.Robert Half sees adjusted Talent Solutions revenues growing 1%-5% in Q3.RHI expects Protiviti revenues to fall about 6% at the midpoint as regulatory shifts pressure activity. Robert Half Inc. (RHI - Free Report) enters the third quarter with guidance that puts its staffing rebound in focus. Management expects revenues of $1.31 billion to $1.41 billion and adjusted earnings of 43 cents to 53 cents per share.
Our Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue for the third quarter is $1.36 billion, up marginally year over year. For EPS, the consensus estimate is pinned at 47 cents, increasing 9.3% year over year.
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At the midpoint, adjusted Talent Solutions revenues are expected to grow about 3% year over year, while Protiviti revenues are projected to decline about 6%. The quarter will test whether improving hiring activity can offset continued consulting softness.
Robert Half's Q3 Guidance Puts Talent in FocusTalent Solutions generated $865.4 million in second-quarter revenues, down 1% year over year on a reported basis. Management's third-quarter midpoint assumes a return to year-over-year growth for the business.
The company expects adjusted Talent Solutions revenue growth of 1% to 5% in the third quarter. Midpoint total revenues of $1.36 billion would be flat year over year on an adjusted basis, putting Talent Solutions at the center of the expected improvement.
RHI's Talent Solutions Recovery Is BroadeningPermanent Placement Talent Solutions revenues increased 2.9% to $118 million in the second quarter. Talent Solutions also delivered its third consecutive quarter of sequential revenue growth on an adjusted basis, while Technology was the strongest contract practice with adjusted growth of 2.3%.
ManpowerGroup Inc. (MAN - Free Report) reported improving demand and trends across parts of its portfolio in the second quarter. Kelly Services, Inc. (KELYA - Free Report) , a specialty talent solutions provider, said its second-quarter year-over-year revenue decline improved from the first quarter, adding context to the staffing recovery.
Robert Half's Protiviti Weakness Remains a DragProtiviti revenues declined 4.9% to $471 million in the second quarter. Management expects about a 6% decline at the midpoint of third-quarter guidance as shifts in the U.S. financial services regulatory environment pressure activity.
The engagement mix is changing, with fewer large regulatory remediation projects and more work tied to efficiency, productivity and advanced technologies. Protiviti recorded $7 million of severance costs in the second quarter, with restructuring actions expected to generate $45 million in annualized savings.
RHI's Margin Mix Makes Execution CriticalTalent Solutions gross margin improved to 47.4% from 47.1% a year earlier, while Contract Talent Solutions held its gross margin at 39.1%. Contract bill rates increased 2.3% year over year, helping preserve spreads despite lower volumes.
Protiviti's adjusted gross margin fell to 18.5% from 22.3%. Third-quarter guidance calls for adjusted gross margin of 23% to 25% and adjusted operating margin of 6% to 8% at Protiviti, making execution important as the segment absorbs a different project mix.
Robert Half's July Trends Offer an Early ReadAdjusted Contract Talent Solutions revenues were down 1% in the first two weeks of July, compared with a 2% decline in June. Permanent Placement revenues increased 4% during the first three weeks of July, matching June's growth rate.
Management cautioned that these are very brief periods. Even so, they provide an early benchmark for whether improving client activity can persist long enough to support the third-quarter Talent Solutions growth outlook.
RHI's Signals Keep the Outlook BalancedThe third quarter is a test of operating mix. Talent Solutions needs to sustain its recovery while Protiviti works through regulatory-driven pressure and rebuilds margins.
RHI currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell), a Value Score of B, Growth Score of C, Momentum Score of F and VGM Score of C.
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
The Value Score is a relative positive, but the weak Momentum Score and middle-range Growth and VGM Scores temper the picture. The Zacks Style Scores complement rather than override the Zacks Rank, which points to an unfavorable near-term earnings-estimate revision trend.
Key Takeaways RHI posted a third straight quarter of sequential adjusted Talent Solutions revenue growth.Robert Half's contract bill rates rose 2.3%, helping Talent Solutions gross margin improve to 47.4%.RHI trades at 24.9X forward EPS, above its 17.6X sub-industry multiple and 18.8X five-year median. Robert Half Inc. (RHI - Free Report) has advanced 62.1% in the past three months as sentiment improved alongside sequential progress in Talent Solutions and firmer contract bill rates.
The rally now faces a tougher test. Labor demand remains cautious, while RHI's forward earnings valuation stands above its sub-industry and five-year median.
RHI's Staffing Recovery Gains TractionTalent Solutions delivered its third consecutive quarter of sequential revenue growth on an adjusted basis in the second quarter of 2026. Segment revenues totaled $865.4 million, down 1% year over year.
Permanent Placement Talent Solutions revenues rose 2.9% to $118 million, returning to year-over-year growth. Contract Talent Solutions revenues declined 1.6% to $747.4 million, showing that the recovery remains uneven.
Robert Half's Pricing Helps Defend MarginsContract Talent Solutions bill rates increased 2.3% year over year in the second quarter after rising 2.6% in the first quarter. The pricing trend helped offset weaker activity.
Contract Talent Solutions gross margin held at 39.1%, unchanged from a year earlier. Overall Talent Solutions gross margin improved to 47.4% from 47.1%, giving Robert Half some margin support while volumes remained under pressure.
RHI's Cash Rebound Strengthens the CaseFree cash flow recovered to $102 million in the second quarter from negative $121 million in the first quarter. Operating cash flow reached $109 million after a $112 million use of cash in the preceding quarter.
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Robert Half ended June with about $325 million in cash and $821 million in net receivables. It had no outstanding borrowings under its $100 million revolving credit facility, preserving financial flexibility during a gradual staffing recovery.
Robert Half Still Faces a Soft Labor MarketContract Talent Solutions hours worked declined 2.8% year over year in the second quarter, while permanent placement volumes fell 2.6%. RHI's 2026 revenues are expected to decline 1.1%, underscoring the drag from cautious hiring.
Kelly Services, Inc. (KELYA - Free Report) , another specialty talent solutions provider, reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $1.0 billion and said its year-over-year revenue decline improved by about 500 basis points from the prior quarter.
Korn Ferry (KFY - Free Report) reported 7% year-over-year fee revenue growth in its fiscal fourth quarter of 2026, including 14% growth in Professional Search & Interim. The contrast shows that demand trends can vary materially across staffing and talent-services businesses.
RHI's Valuation Leaves Less Room for ErrorRHI trades at 24.9X forward 12-month EPS, above 17.6X for its Zacks sub-industry. The current multiple also sits above its five-year median of 18.8X, though below the five-year high of 28.8X.
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That premium raises the bar for execution. Further upside would be easier to support if the sequential staffing recovery broadens into sustained revenue and earnings improvement.
RHI's Signals Still Call for CautionRHI's operating recovery is gaining traction, but soft hiring volumes and a richer valuation leave less room for disappointment after the three-month surge.
The stock carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell), with a Value Score of B, Growth Score of C, Momentum Score of F and VGM Score of C.
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
The #4 Rank reflects unfavorable earnings estimate revisions, while the Value Score is the strongest individual style signal. The weak Momentum Score and C-rated Growth and VGM Scores keep the near-term picture cautious.
shares rose 3.0%, bringing the current price to $43.76. This price is within a 52-week range of $21.83 to $44.47, indicating significant price appreciation over the past year.
GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $43.76 is 21.3% below the GF Value™ estimate of $55.61.GF Score™: 73/100, indicating above-average overall quality.Most notable signal: Insider activity shows a net sale of $0.2M over the past 12 months, with no buying activity recorded.Is RHI Overvalued or Undervalued?Robert Half Inc's current price of $43.76 presents an opportunity, as it is 21.3% undervalued compared to the GF Value™ estimate of $55.61. The GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary intrinsic-value calculation, which considers historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. Being modestly undervalued suggests a margin of safety for potential investors, offering an attractive entry point. However, potential investors should consider the risks associated with this valuation, especially given the company's mixed signals regarding insider activities and financial stability.
With the GF Valuation label indicating modest undervaluation, RHI appears to have room for price appreciation, aligning with a favorable assessment for those considering holding the stock for the long term.
How Does RHI's Valuation Compare to Its History?MetricCurrentHistoricalP/E (TTM)38.1x20.4xForward P/E34.7xN/AThe current P/E ratio of 38.1x is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 20.4x, representing an 87% increase. This suggests that the stock is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation metrics. Therefore, while the GF Value™ assessment indicates undervaluation, the P/E analysis presents a contrasting view, highlighting potential caution in the valuation landscape.
What Does RHI's GF Score™ Tell Us?The GF Score™ measures the overall quality of a stock based on various factors including financial strength, profitability, growth, valuation, and momentum. RHI's score of 73/100 suggests it has above-average quality, with notable strengths in valuation and profitability, but weaknesses in growth.
MetricRatingGF Score™73Financial Strength6/10Profitability7/10Growth3/10Valuation8/10Momentum6/10RHI's relatively high profitability score of 7/10 indicates a strong ability to generate profits, while the valuation score of 8/10 reinforces the notion of being undervalued. However, the growth rank of 3/10 suggests slower growth potential, which could be a concern for long-term investors. Overall, the data indicates a solid financial foundation, but growth prospects may temper enthusiasm.
What Are Gurus and Insiders Doing with RHI?Currently, 10 gurus hold positions in Robert Half Inc, with 8 of them increasing their stake, while 4 have trimmed their positions in recent quarters. This trend of increased holdings by established investors can be seen as a positive signal regarding the stock's potential performance. However, it is important to note that insider activity has shown a net sale of $0.2M over the past 12 months, with no buying reported. Such selling activity might raise questions about the confidence levels of insiders in the company's future prospects.
The combination of guru activity and insider selling presents a mixed picture. While the accumulation by gurus suggests confidence in the stock, the lack of insider buying alongside recent sales could indicate caution or concerns about future performance, warranting careful consideration by potential investors.
What This Means for InvestorsBased on the GF Value™ assessment, Robert Half Inc
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is currently undervalued, presenting a potential opportunity for investors seeking exposure in the business services industry. However, the stock's high P/E ratio and mixed signals from insider activities should be carefully weighed against the attractive valuation. Investors may find RHI appealing, but a thorough analysis of risk factors, particularly in growth potential, is essential.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is RHI's GF Score™?
RHI has a GF Score™ of 73/100, indicating it is of above-average quality based on various fundamental metrics.
Is RHI overvalued or undervalued?
According to the GF Value™ assessment, RHI is currently undervalued by 21.3%, suggesting potential upside.
What is RHI's P/E ratio?
RHI's current P/E ratio is 38.1x, which is significantly higher than its 5-year median of 20.4x, indicating it is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation.
This stock alert was generated using automated technology and GuruFocus financial data to provide readers with timely and accurate market reporting. This content was reviewed by GuruFocus editorial team prior to publication. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected].
, /PRNewswire/ -- Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Women 2026. Robert Half's consulting subsidiary, Protiviti, is also included among the honorees.
The rankings are based on an independent survey of more than 146,000 women working for U.S. employers. Respondents evaluated companies on workplace conditions, career development, organizational culture, gender equality, and representation of women in executive and board-level roles.
Robert Half honored by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Women 2026 "We are honored to once again be named by Forbes as a top workplace for women," said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer of Robert Half. "This recognition reflects our commitment to creating opportunities for women to grow, lead and succeed, and to fostering a culture where diverse perspectives are valued and all employees can excel."
Robert Half supports employee well-being through programs, resources and benefits designed to help employees succeed at work and at home. Offerings include paid parental leave, infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and child and elder care support. Employee networks such as Robert Half's Global Women's Employee Network (GWEN), along with Protiviti's iGROWW (Growth and Retention of Women in the Workplace) and GET IT (Gender Equality in Technology and IT) programs.
"We are committed to empowering women across our global workforce with resources, flexibility and career development opportunities to help them grow and succeed," said JoLynn Conway-James, senior executive director and chief administrative officer of Robert Half. "This recognition reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where women are valued and able reach their full potential."
FAQs
What is Forbes' America's Best Employers for Women list?
The annual list recognizes U.S. employers highly rated by women employees for workplace culture, career development, gender equity and representation of women in leadership.
Why was Robert Half included on the list?
Robert Half was recognized for its commitment to supporting women through career development opportunities, tailored programs, and benefits such as paid parental leave, family support and flexible work options.
Why is this recognition meaningful to Robert Half?
The recognition reflects Robert Half's ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where women can grow, lead and succeed, supported by an organizational culture that values inclusion and employee well-being.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services.
Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the last 12 months, Robert Half has been recognized as one of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune and, with Protiviti, has been named a Fortune® Most Admired Company™ and one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
Current president and CEO to become senior managing director; chief operating officer appointed president and CEO effective January 1, 2027 , /PRNewswire/ -- Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) today announced a planned leadership transition at its global consulting subsidiary, Protiviti. Effective January 1, 2027, Joe Tarantino will transition from his role as president and chief executive officer of Protiviti to become senior managing director, where he will continue supporting the firm's global leadership team through executive client engagement, leadership development and strategic relationship management.
As part of the company's long-term succession plan, Cory Gunderson, currently Protiviti's chief operating officer, has been appointed president and chief executive officer of Protiviti, effective Jan. 1, 2027. He will also become an executive officer of Robert Half on that date.
"Since Protiviti's founding, Joe has helped build an exceptional global consulting firm distinguished by its client service, culture and talented people," said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer of Robert Half. "His leadership has been instrumental in expanding Protiviti's capabilities, growing its global presence and strengthening its position in the marketplace. On behalf of our Board of Directors and the entire enterprise, I want to thank Joe for his extraordinary leadership, his many contributions, and his unwavering commitment to our clients, employees and values. I am grateful that we will continue to benefit from his experience and counsel in his new role."
Tarantino joined Protiviti at its inception and has dedicated 24 years to the firm, including nearly two decades as president and chief executive officer. During his tenure, Protiviti significantly expanded its service offerings, geographic reach and market position while strengthening collaboration across the Robert Half enterprise, including joint go-to-market strategies with Talent Solutions. He also played a central role in developing the firm's distinctive culture and mentoring generations of Protiviti leaders and professionals.
"Leading Protiviti has been one of the greatest privileges of my career," said Tarantino. "I am incredibly proud of what our people have accomplished together and deeply grateful to our clients, colleagues and partners for their trust and support. I look forward to continuing to serve the firm in my new role and supporting a successful transition."
Gunderson has been with Protiviti since the firm's founding and currently serves as chief operating officer. Throughout his career, he has held numerous leadership positions across the organization and helped shape the firm's strategy, operations, innovation initiatives and transformation efforts.
"I'm grateful for the opportunity to lead Protiviti and excited to work closely with our leaders across the globe to grow the firm, increase opportunities for our employees and help our clients solve increasingly complex business problems. Having worked closely with Joe for many years, I have had the privilege of learning from his extraordinary leadership and am deeply appreciative of his contributions to building Protiviti," said Gunderson.
"Cory is an outstanding leader with deep knowledge of our business, our clients and our culture," Waddell said. "He has played an instrumental role in Protiviti's success and is exceptionally well prepared to lead the firm into its next chapter. I have every confidence that under his leadership, Protiviti will continue to innovate, grow and deliver exceptional value to clients around the world."
Tarantino and Gunderson will work closely together through the remainder of 2026 to help ensure a seamless leadership transition.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the last 12 months, Robert Half has been recognized as one of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune and, with Protiviti, has been named as a Fortune® Most Admired Company™ and one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at RobertHalf.com.
About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future. Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms provide clients with consulting and managed solutions in finance, technology, operations, data, digital, legal, HR, risk and internal audit through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries.
Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the 11th consecutive year, Protiviti Inc. has served more than 80% of Fortune 100 and nearly 80% of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI).
Resources Investor Relations Journalists Agencies Client Login Send a Release News Products Contact , /PRNewswire/ -- Robert Half Inc. (NYSE: RHI) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.59 per share on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable on September 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 25, 2026.
About Robert Half
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half has been recognized as one of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune and, with Protiviti, has been named as a Fortune® Most Admired Company™ and one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For®. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
Bank of New York Mellon Corp reduced its stake in Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI – Free Report) by 4.9% during the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 612,541 shares of the business services provider’s stock after selling 31,399 shares during the period. Bank of New York Mellon Corp owned 0.60% of Robert Half worth $15,559,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of the company. Larson Financial Group LLC increased its holdings in Robert Half by 321.0% during the 4th quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 1,002 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $27,000 after purchasing an additional 764 shares during the period. Gilpin Wealth Management LLC bought a new position in shares of Robert Half during the 4th quarter worth $27,000. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. bought a new position in shares of Robert Half during the 2nd quarter worth $34,000. Fifth Third Bancorp increased its stake in shares of Robert Half by 94.3% during the fourth quarter. Fifth Third Bancorp now owns 1,368 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $37,000 after buying an additional 664 shares during the period. Finally, Danske Bank A S purchased a new position in shares of Robert Half during the third quarter valued at $37,000. 92.41% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of research firms have commented on RHI. Robert W. Baird set a $47.00 target price on shares of Robert Half in a research report on Monday. William Blair raised shares of Robert Half from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating in a research report on Tuesday, April 21st. Zacks Research upgraded shares of Robert Half from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 14th. The Goldman Sachs Group lifted their price objective on shares of Robert Half from $26.00 to $29.00 and gave the company a “sell” rating in a report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, Truist Financial boosted their price objective on shares of Robert Half from $40.00 to $50.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 22nd. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, three have given a Hold rating and four have assigned a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Robert Half currently has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and an average price target of $34.75.
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Robert Half Price Performance Shares of RHI stock opened at $37.38 on Friday. The stock’s fifty day moving average price is $33.25 and its 200 day moving average price is $28.72. Robert Half Inc. has a 1-year low of $21.83 and a 1-year high of $42.25. The company has a market cap of $3.82 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 32.50 and a beta of 0.82.
Robert Half (NYSE:RHI – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The business services provider reported $0.26 earnings per share for the quarter, hitting the consensus estimate of $0.26. Robert Half had a return on equity of 9.18% and a net margin of 2.17%.The business had revenue of $1.34 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.32 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company earned $0.41 earnings per share. The company’s quarterly revenue was down 2.4% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, equities research analysts anticipate that Robert Half Inc. will post 1.29 earnings per share for the current year.
About Robert Half (Free Report)
Robert Half International Inc, founded in 1948 by Robert Half, is a global professional staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. As a pioneer in specialized staffing, the company has built a reputation for matching skilled professionals with leading organizations across a range of industries. Robert Half’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RHI, reflecting its position as one of the longest‐standing and best‐known firms in the staffing sector.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including temporary staffing, permanent placement, and consulting solutions.
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RHI Magnesita N.V. (RHHMY) Q2 2026 Earnings Call July 31, 2026 3:15 AM EDT
Company Participants
Stefan Borgas - CEO & Executive Director
Ian Botha - CFO, Finance Director & Executive Director
Gustavo Lucio Franco - Chief Customer Officer
Conference Call Participants
Jonathan Hurn - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division
Jamie Murray - BofA Securities, Research Division
Presentation
Operator
Hello, and welcome to the RHI Magnesita 2026 Half Year Results. My name is Carla, and I will be coordinating your call today. [Operator Instructions]
I will now hand over to your host, the CEO, Stefan Borgas, to begin. Please go ahead when you're ready.
Stefan Borgas
CEO & Executive Director
Thank you, Carla. Good morning, good afternoon, everybody, from Vienna. Thank you for joining us for the presentation of our 2026 half year results. I'm joined today by our CFO, Ian Botha; and our Head of Investor Relations, Alexander Ordosch; and as a special guest, Gustavo Franco, our Chief Customer Officer.
Before moving -- we move into the main presentation, let me highlight the 3 key takeaways from our results from our perspective. First takeaway, our self-help measures continued to deliver on what we have set them up to deliver, and they are the main driver of the business improvement that we see in the number despite a soft and volatile market. These self-help measures were especially visible in our steel business. To sustain this momentum into 2027 and even beyond, we are advancing new self-help initiatives across our raw materials plants, our refractory plant network and driven by our digitization investments that are coming to a level where we can start to take advantage of them. Together, these measures enhance our operating leverage and will have a very significant improvement potential for the business once demand will recover.
New research finds just 5% of CHROs expect at least half of HR work to be AI-enabled within three years, suggesting HR leaders are less confident their enterprises are prepared for AI at scale.
, /PRNewswire/ -- As organizations race to turn artificial intelligence adoption into measurable business value, a surprising divide has emerged inside the C-suite. While nearly 80% of executives expect AI to improve bottom-line performance and drive top-line revenue growth in the next three years, CHROs stand apart as the most cautious about whether their enterprises are ready for the workforce changes required to realize that value.
They are also the only C-suite leaders who do not rank business value capture as AI's primary objective by 2029. These findings come from the fifth Protiviti AI Pulse Survey, titled "The AI-People Conundrum: Learning to Lead, Not Lag," which examines how organizations are preparing their businesses and workforces for the next period of AI transformation. Despite AI's rapid advancement, the research found that just 5% of CHROs expect at least half of HR work to be AI-enabled within the next three years, due to their perceived complexities of scaling AI in HR functions.
"The survey reveals an important disconnect in the C-suite," said Fran Maxwell, global leader, People & Change, Protiviti. "Most leaders are focused on the value AI can deliver for the business. HR leaders are focused on whether their organizations and people are actually ready to deliver it. AI can create tremendous business value, but only if organizations invest appropriately in the non-technical aspects of AI transformation, including people enablement, operating model redesign, and process redesign."
HR Leaders See an AI Workforce Readiness Gap
The survey found that, at a high level, senior leaders express strong confidence in workforce AI readiness. However, levels of confidence are not equal across the C-suite:
Only 13% of CHROs strongly agree that their organization's job designs are AI-ready, compared with 28% overall across the C-suite. As AI continues to compress work into fewer, higher-impact roles, CHROs have a broad view of the complexity involved in redesigning positions, compensation and career paths compared to other C-suite leaders. Just 14% of CHROs strongly agree their organizations' learning capabilities are AI-ready, versus 36% overall. By comparison, IT leaders are the most confident group, with 96% positive on learning readiness and 88% positive on role design readiness. 82% of CHROs expect a human + digital workforce by 2030, compared to 93% of most C-suite leaders Rather than signaling skepticism toward AI itself, the findings suggest CHROs may be taking a more pragmatic view on the broad workforce changes required to successfully scale AI.
The Business Sees Rapid Expansion of AI Enablement
While most executives broadly expect AI to become a powerful driver of business value over the next three years, CHROs are more cautious about how quickly organizations can realize that potential. About 60% of CHROs expect less than 25% of HR work to be AI-enabled within three years, even though more than 80% of HR activities are well suited for automation.
By comparison, 88% of respondents expect more than 25% of IT work to be AI-enabled within three years, compared with 57% today. Expectations for AI enablement are considerably higher in other functions, as reflected in the growing percentage of leaders who anticipate at least one-quarter of work in their functions will be AI-enabled within the next three years.
Finance: Expectations increase to 72%, up from 23% today Supply Chain: Expectations rise to 66%, up from 33% today Audit: Expectations grow to 56%, up from 20% today Human Resources: Expectations increase to 50%, up from 11% today AI Transformation Is Ultimately Workforce Transformation
As organizations increasingly look to AI to generate a return on investment, workforce transformation must keep pace. Realizing AI's full role requires HR to play a central part in redesigning work, developing new skills and preparing the organization for an AI-enabled future.
"AI transformation is ultimately a workforce transformation," said Maxwell. "Technology alone won't determine which organizations succeed. Capturing AI's full value will depend on leaders treating workforce transformation as a strategic priority alongside technology transformation. That starts with HR playing a leading role in shaping the roles, skills and organizational changes required to turn AI investments into business value."
Methodology
The Protiviti AI Pulse Survey was conducted in April 2026 and includes responses from nearly 800 executives globally, with more than 80% representing the C-suite. The survey, the fifth in an ongoing series of surveys designed to assess the ever-evolving AI landscape, examines how organizations are adopting and scaling AI, where they see opportunities for growth and how they are addressing implementation challenges.
For further information about specific C-suite functions' perspectives, contact Prosek Partners at [email protected].
About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that helps clients transform and protect their businesses, and respond to planned and unexpected events. Through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries, Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms deliver deep expertise and tailored capabilities across technology, artificial intelligence, data, operations, finance, legal, compliance, HR, marketing, digital, risk, and internal audit – enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, navigate risks and safeguard what matters most.
Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2015, Protiviti Inc. has served more than 80 percent of Fortune 100 and nearly 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI).
Hiring plans climb to 66%, up from 57% a year ago Technology, healthcare, and finance and accounting lead hiring demand Denver, Minneapolis and San Francisco top U.S. hiring markets , /PRNewswire/ -- The majority of U.S. employers plan to increase hiring in the second half of 2026 as organizations advance business priorities and seek specialized talent to address persistent skills shortages, according to new research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half.
Robert Half research reveals that 66% of hiring managers plan to bring on permanent staff during the second half of 2026. In a survey of more than 2,000 U.S. hiring managers, 66% say they plan to increase permanent hiring during the second half of 2026, up from 60% in the first half of the year and 57% one year ago. More than half (56%) also expect to hire contract professionals to access specialized expertise, support priority initiatives and keep critical work moving.
"Organizations are increasingly moving forward with strategic initiatives, but many recognize they need specialized talent to make those plans a reality," said Dawn Fay, operational president of Robert Half. "We're seeing employers invest in both permanent and contract professionals to access the expertise they need, maintain momentum and remain competitive."
Where hiring demand is strongest
Hiring plans vary by location and area of specialization, with several major U.S. markets and specializations reporting particularly strong demand:
Hiring plans by city
Rank
City
Plans to increase permanent hiring
1
Denver
83 %
2
Minneapolis
76 %
3
San Francisco
73 %
4
Houston
69 %
5
Seattle
69 %
6
Boston
66 %
7
Dallas
65 %
8
Los Angeles
64 %
9
Atlanta
63 %
10
Chicago
63 %
11
New York
59 %
12
Washington, D.C.
57 %
Hiring plans by specialization
Rank
Specialization
Plans to increase permanent hiring
1
Technology
78 %
2
Healthcare
75 %
3
Finance and accounting
74 %
4
Marketing and creative
65 %
5
Legal
58 %
6
Human resources
56 %
7
Administrative and customer support
52 %
Employers continue to face skills shortages
Despite growing hiring demand, employers continue to struggle to find professionals with the specialized skills they need. Nearly 6 in 10 hiring managers (58%) say finding qualified talent is more difficult than it was a year ago.
Skills shortages are also affecting business execution:
63% have experienced significant project delays. 48% have canceled projects because they lacked the staff with the necessary skills. The skills employers say are hardest to find include:
Industry-specific knowledge (47%) Software proficiency (42%) Leadership abilities (40%) In response, organizations are turning to staffing firms for candidates with specialized project skills (60%), urgent project support (56%) and to backfill for internal staff (48%).
"When specialized talent is difficult to find, employers are expanding how they approach hiring," Fay said. "Partnering with a staffing firm gives organizations access to a broader network of skilled professionals, including contract talent who can make an immediate impact while companies continue recruiting for long-term needs."
For more insights into 2026 employment trends, including which professionals are hardest to hire and how to address hiring challenges, visit Robert Half's Demand for Skilled Talent report.
FAQ:
Why are organizations canceling or delaying projects?
Employers are struggling to find professionals with the specialized skills needed to complete critical work, which leads to delays, reprioritization and project cancellations.
Why is finding skilled talent difficult?
Many roles require specific qualifications such as industry knowledge, software proficiency, leadership abilities and relevant experience, which makes it harder to find suitable candidates.
How are companies addressing skills gaps?
Employers are using a mix of permanent hiring, contract talent and upskilling to bridge gaps and keep projects moving.
Which cities and industries have the strongest hiring demand?
Hiring demand is strongest in Denver, Minneapolis and San Francisco, with technology, healthcare, and finance and accounting ranking as the top industries for hiring plans.
About the research
The research is gathered from a survey developed by Robert Half and conducted by an independent research firm in April 2026. The survey contains responses from more than 2,000 hiring managers in the United States.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at RobertHalf.com.
First Trust Advisors LP raised its holdings in Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI – Free Report) by 281.2% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 1,333,720 shares of the business services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 983,842 shares during the quarter. First Trust Advisors LP owned 1.30% of Robert Half worth $33,876,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Several other large investors also recently made changes to their positions in RHI. Deprince Race & Zollo Inc. lifted its stake in Robert Half by 40.8% during the fourth quarter. Deprince Race & Zollo Inc. now owns 2,440,961 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $66,297,000 after purchasing an additional 707,078 shares during the last quarter. M&T Bank Corp grew its position in Robert Half by 5,652.2% in the fourth quarter. M&T Bank Corp now owns 442,520 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $12,019,000 after buying an additional 434,827 shares during the last quarter. SG Americas Securities LLC grew its position in Robert Half by 389.5% in the fourth quarter. SG Americas Securities LLC now owns 248,295 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $6,744,000 after buying an additional 197,575 shares during the last quarter. Crescent Grove Advisors LLC acquired a new position in Robert Half in the first quarter worth approximately $497,000. Finally, Alpha Omega Wealth Management LLC increased its holdings in shares of Robert Half by 24.2% in the fourth quarter. Alpha Omega Wealth Management LLC now owns 163,173 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $4,432,000 after buying an additional 31,786 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 92.41% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of equities research analysts have recently commented on the company. The Goldman Sachs Group increased their price objective on Robert Half from $26.00 to $29.00 and gave the company a “sell” rating in a research report on Friday. Truist Financial lifted their target price on Robert Half from $40.00 to $50.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, July 22nd. Weiss Ratings raised Robert Half from a “sell (d)” rating to a “sell (d+)” rating in a research report on Wednesday, June 17th. BMO Capital Markets upgraded Robert Half from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $47.00 price target for the company in a research report on Monday. Finally, William Blair raised Robert Half from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating in a research note on Tuesday, April 21st. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, three have given a Hold rating and four have given a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and an average price target of $34.75.
View Our Latest Stock Analysis on RHI
Robert Half Stock Performance Shares of NYSE:RHI opened at $39.34 on Wednesday. The company has a market cap of $4.02 billion, a PE ratio of 34.21 and a beta of 0.82. Robert Half Inc. has a 52 week low of $21.83 and a 52 week high of $42.25. The firm has a 50 day simple moving average of $32.76 and a 200 day simple moving average of $28.58.
Robert Half (NYSE:RHI – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 23rd. The business services provider reported $0.26 EPS for the quarter, hitting analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.26. Robert Half had a net margin of 2.17% and a return on equity of 9.18%. The firm had revenue of $1.34 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.32 billion. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $0.41 EPS. The company’s revenue was down 2.4% on a year-over-year basis. On average, equities analysts predict that Robert Half Inc. will post 1.29 earnings per share for the current year.
Robert Half Dividend Announcement The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, June 15th. Stockholders of record on Friday, May 22nd were given a $0.59 dividend. This represents a $2.36 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 6.0%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, May 22nd. Robert Half’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 205.22%.
Robert Half Company Profile (Free Report)
Robert Half International Inc, founded in 1948 by Robert Half, is a global professional staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. As a pioneer in specialized staffing, the company has built a reputation for matching skilled professionals with leading organizations across a range of industries. Robert Half’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RHI, reflecting its position as one of the longest‐standing and best‐known firms in the staffing sector.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including temporary staffing, permanent placement, and consulting solutions.
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Key Takeaways Robert Half matched Q2 EPS estimates as Talent Solutions delivered sequential revenue improvement.RHI expects Q3 adjusted EPS of 45 cents to 53 cents, with the midpoint above the Zacks Consensus Estimate.Robert Half sees improving hiring demand as Permanent Placement grows & Contract Talent Solutions stabilizes. Robert Half Inc. (RHI - Free Report) reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of 26 cents per share, which matched the Zacks Consensus Estimate but declined 36.6% year over year. Revenues of $1.34 billion surpassed the consensus estimate by 0.8% but decreased 2.4% year over year.
However, investors remain optimistic due to strong earnings guidance for the third quarter of 2026, as the stock has gained 5% since the company released results on July 23.
The company guided adjusted earnings per share between 45 cents and 53 cents, with the midpoint of 49 cents being higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 47 cents.
Over the past year, RHI's shares have risen 3.5% compared with the industry's 3.7% growth. The Zacks S&P 500 composite has gained 18.4% during the said time frame.
The earnings performance of the reported quarter reflected improving demand in Talent Solutions, partly offset by continued weakness at Protiviti and restructuring-related costs.
Talent Solutions Show Sequential ImprovementTalent Solutions revenues totaled $865.4 million, down 1% year over year. Within the segment, Contract Talent Solutions revenues declined 1.6% to $747.4 million, while Permanent Placement Talent Solutions revenues increased 2.9% to $118 million, marking a return to year-over-year growth.
Protiviti revenues fell 4.9% year over year to $471 million, reflecting ongoing softness in the U.S. financial services regulatory environment. Management noted that Talent Solutions delivered its third consecutive quarter of sequential revenue growth on an adjusted basis, while hiring demand continued to improve.
RHI’s MarginsContract Talent Solutions' gross margin remained 39.1%, unchanged from the prior-year quarter. Overall, Talent Solutions’ gross margin improved to 47.4% from 47.1% a year ago.
Protiviti's reported gross margin declined to 13.5% from 19.7%. On an adjusted basis, gross margin was 18.5%, down from 22.3%, reflecting approximately $7 million in severance costs related to restructuring actions.
Profitability Pressured by Higher ExpensesThe company reported an operating loss of $62.3 million, against an operating income of $1.5 million in the year-ago quarter. Adjusted operating income was $38.6 million, representing 2.9% of revenues.
The quarter included a $100.9 million gain from investments held in employee deferred compensation trusts, fully offset by related compensation expenses, resulting in no impact on net income. The effective tax rate increased to 35% from 33% a year ago.
Balance Sheet & Cash FlowRobert Half ended the quarter with $324.7 million in cash and cash equivalents, compared with $380.5 million a year earlier. Accounts receivable stood at $821.4 million. Cash flow from operations totaled $109 million in the quarter. The company paid a quarterly dividend of 59 cents per share, returning $59 million to its shareholders.
RHI’s Other GuidanceFor the third quarter of 2026, Robert Half expects revenues to be between $1.31 billion and $1.41 billion, with the midpoint of $1.36 billion in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
At the midpoint, management expects Talent Solutions revenue growth of about 3% year over year, while Protiviti revenues are projected to decline about 6%. Management noted improving hiring activity, with Contract Talent Solutions revenues down 1% in the first two weeks of July 2026 and Permanent Placement revenues up 4% during the first three weeks of the month.
Currently, Robert Half carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Recent Earnings SnapshotsWaste Connections, Inc. (WCN - Free Report) reported impressive second-quarter 2026 results. WCN’s adjusted earnings of $1.50 per share outpaced the consensus mark by 11.1% and rose 16.3% from the year-ago quarter. Waste Connections’ total revenues of $2.56 billion surpassed the consensus mark by 1.1% and increased 6.4% year over year.
Rollins, Inc. (ROL - Free Report) posted unimpressive second-quarter 2026 results. ROL’s adjusted earnings of 32 cents per share missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 5.9% but rose 6.7% year over year. Total revenues of $1.08 billion fell short of the consensus estimate by 1.7% but increased 7.9% from the year-ago quarter.
SummaryRobert Half remains a hold as staffing trends improve, but revenue growth and Protiviti margins remain under pressure.Permanent Placement growth and sequential improvement in Talent Solutions signal a potential recovery, but Finance, Accounting, and Admin Support remain weak.Protiviti’s revenue and margin declines, driven by reduced regulatory remediation work, are only partially offset by cost savings and non-financial-services growth.At ~27.5x FY2026e PE, RHI’s valuation already prices in a strong 2027 recovery, leaving little margin for error without further confirmation.Maskot/DigitalVision via Getty Images
Investment action I reiterated a hold rating for Robert Half Inc. (RHI) after Q1 because staffing trends were improving, but Permanent Placement was still weakening, Protiviti was under pressure, and total revenue growth was still negative. My view
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For the quarter ended June 2026, Robert Half (RHI - Free Report) reported revenue of $1.34 billion, down 2.4% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.26, compared to $0.41 in the year-ago quarter.
The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.33 billion, representing a surprise of +0.78%. The company has not delivered EPS surprise, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.26.
While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.
Since these metrics play a crucial role in driving the top- and bottom-line numbers, comparing them with the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated about them helps investors better project a stock's price performance.
Here is how Robert Half performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Service Revenues- Permanent placement talent solutions: $117.99 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $115.42 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +2.9%.Service Revenues- Protiviti: $470.97 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $469.51 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of -4.9%.Service Revenues- Total contract talent solutions: $747.41 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $741.15 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of -1.6%.Service Revenues- Contract talent solutions- Technology: $162.2 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $170.3 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +2.4%.Service Revenues- Contract talent solutions- Finance & Accounting: $551.72 million versus $532.76 million estimated by two analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a -0.7% change.Service Revenues- Contract talent solutions- Administrative and customer support: $154.86 million versus $156.29 million estimated by two analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a -6.5% change.Service Revenues- Contract talent solutions- Elimination of intersegment: $-121.38 million compared to the $-120.12 million average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of +1.3% year over year.View all Key Company Metrics for Robert Half here>>>
Shares of Robert Half have returned +35.3% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.4% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
Robert Half Inc. (RHI) Q2 2026 Earnings Call July 23, 2026 5:00 PM EDT
Company Participants
M. Waddell - Vice Chairman, President & CEO
Michael Buckley - Executive VP & CFO
Conference Call Participants
Mark Marcon - Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated, Research Division
Trevor Romeo - William Blair & Company L.L.C., Research Division
Andrew Steinerman - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division
Jeffrey Silber - BMO Capital Markets Equity Research
Keen Fai Tong - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division
Kartik Mehta - Northcoast Research Partners, LLC
John Ronan Kennedy - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division
Tobey Sommer - Truist Securities, Inc., Research Division
Kevin McVeigh - UBS Investment Bank, Research Division
Presentation
Operator
Hello, and welcome to the Robert Half Second Quarter 2026 Conference Call. Today's conference call is being recorded. [Operator Instructions] Our hosts for today's call are Mr. Keith Waddell, President and Chief Executive Officer of Robert Half; and Mr. Michael Buckley, Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Waddell, you may begin.
M. Waddell
Vice Chairman, President & CEO
Hello, everyone. We appreciate your time today. Before we get started, I'd like to remind you that comments made on today's call contain forward-looking statements, including predictions and estimates about our future performance. These statements represent our current judgment of what the future holds. However, they are subject to the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements.
These risks and uncertainties are described in today's press release and our most recent 10-K and 10-Q filed with the SEC. We assume no obligation to update the statements made on today's call. During this presentation, we may refer to certain non-GAAP financial measures as adjusted. Adjusted revenue growth excludes the impact of billing day variations and foreign currency exchange rates.
Adjusted gross margin, SG&A and operating income reflect the combining
Robert Half NYSE: RHI reported second-quarter 2026 revenue and earnings above the midpoint of its guidance, as management pointed to improving hiring demand in its Talent Solutions business but continued pressure at consulting subsidiary Protiviti from changes in the U.S. financial services regulatory environment.
Robert Half (RHI - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.26 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate . This compares to earnings of $0.41 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
A quarter ago, it was expected that this staffing firm would post earnings of $0.14 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.14, delivering no surprise.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates just once.
Robert Half, which belongs to the Zacks Staffing Firms industry, posted revenues of $1.34 billion for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.78%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $1.37 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates two times over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
Robert Half shares have added about 49.9% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 9.6%.
What's Next for Robert Half?While Robert Half has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Robert Half was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.47 on $1.36 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $1.29 on $5.31 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Staffing Firms is currently in the bottom 28% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Kelly Services (KELYA - Free Report) , another stock in the same industry, has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026.
This staffing company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.24 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -55.6%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
Kelly Services' revenues are expected to be $1.01 billion, down 8.4% from the year-ago quarter.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Robert Half Inc. (NYSE: RHI) today reported revenues and earnings for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.
For the three months ended June 30, 2026, net income was $26 million, or $0.26 per share, on revenues of $1.336 billion. For the three months ended June 30, 2025, net income was $41 million, or $0.41 per share, on revenues of $1.370 billion.
For the six months ended June 30, 2026, net income was $40 million, or $0.40 per share, on revenues of $2.637 billion. For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net income was $58 million, or $0.58 per share, on revenues of $2.722 billion.
"For the second quarter of 2026, global enterprise revenues were $1.336 billion, down 2 percent from last year's second quarter on a reported basis and down 3 percent on an adjusted basis," said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer of Robert Half. "Talent solutions delivered its third consecutive quarter of sequential revenue growth on an adjusted basis, while its permanent placement operations also posted adjusted year-over-year revenue growth of 2.5 percent. Global enterprise revenues and earnings exceeded the midpoint of our second-quarter guidance.
"Hiring demand continues to improve, and market conditions are increasingly more supportive of our business. Our unique combination of award-winning high-tech capabilities and high-touch expertise positions us well to help clients navigate a dynamic business environment and connect them with the specialized talent and consulting services they need.
"We would like to thank our global workforce for their continued dedication. Their commitment to excellence was recently recognized as Robert Half earned the No. 1 ranking among Forbes' America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms," Waddell concluded.
Robert Half management will host a conference call at 5 p.m. ET. The prepared remarks for this call are available now in the Investor Center of the Robert Half website (www.roberthalf.com/investor-center). Simply click on the Quarterly Conference Calls link. The dial-in number is 800-330-6710 (+1-213-279-1505 outside the United States and Canada). The confirmation code to access the call is 6715269.
A recorded replay of the call will be available for audio replay beginning July 23 and will remain accessible for 12 months at https://webcasts.com/RobertHalfQ22026. The conference call also will be archived in audio format on the Company's website at roberthalf.com.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the last 12 months, Robert Half has been recognized as one of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune and, with Protiviti, has been named as a Fortune® Most Admired Company™ and one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For.
Certain information contained in Management's Discussion and Analysis and in other parts of this report may be deemed forward-looking statements regarding events and financial trends that may affect the future operating results or financial positions of Robert Half Inc. (the "Company"). Forward-looking statements are not guarantees or promises that goals or targets will be met. These statements may be identified by words such as "anticipate," "potential," "estimate," "forecast," "target," "project," "plan," "intend," "believe," "expect," "should," "could," "would," "may," "might," "will," or variations or negatives thereof or by similar or comparable words or phrases. In addition, historical, current and forward-looking information about the Company's corporate responsibility and compliance programs, including targets or goals, may not be considered material for the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") or other mandatory reporting purposes and may be based on standards for measuring progress that are still developing; on internal controls, diligence or processes that are evolving; on representations reviewed or provided by third parties; and on assumptions that are subject to change in the future. Forward-looking statements are estimates only and are based on management's current expectations; currently available information; and current strategy, plans or forecasts, and involve certain known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, often beyond the Company's control and are inherently uncertain. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and outcomes, or the timing of these results or outcomes, to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the statements.
These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: changes to or new interpretations of United States of America ("U.S.") or international tax regulations; the global financial and economic situation; changes in levels of unemployment and other economic conditions in the U.S. or foreign countries where the Company does business, or in particular regions or industries; reduction in the supply of candidates for contract employment or the Company's ability to attract candidates; the development, proliferation and adoption of artificial intelligence ("AI") by the Company and the third parties it serves; the entry of new competitors into the marketplace or expansion by existing competitors; the ability of the Company to maintain existing client relationships and attract new clients in the context of changing economic or competitive conditions; the impact of competitive pressures, including any change in the demand for the Company's services, or the Company's ability to maintain its margins; the possibility of the Company incurring liability for its activities, including the activities of its engagement professionals, or for events impacting its engagement professionals on clients' premises; the possibility that adverse publicity could impact the Company's ability to attract and retain clients and candidates; the success of the Company in attracting, training and retaining qualified management personnel and other staff employees; the Company's ability to comply with governmental regulations affecting personnel services businesses in particular or employer/employee relationships in general; whether there will be ongoing demand for Sarbanes-Oxley or other regulatory compliance services; the Company's reliance on short-term contracts for a significant percentage of its business; litigation relating to prior or current transactions or activities, including litigation that may be disclosed from time to time in the Company's SEC filings; the impact of extreme weather conditions on the Company and its candidates and clients; the ability of the Company to manage its international operations and comply with foreign laws and regulations; the impact of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; the possibility that the additional costs the Company will incur as a result of health care or other reform legislation may adversely affect the Company's profit margins or the demand for the Company's services; the possibility that the Company's computer and communications hardware and software systems could be damaged or their service interrupted, or that the Company could experience a cybersecurity breach; and the possibility that the Company may fail to maintain adequate financial and management controls, and as a result suffer errors in its financial reporting.
Additionally, with respect to Protiviti, other risks and uncertainties include the fact that future success will depend on its ability to retain employees and attract clients; there can be no assurance that there will be ongoing demand for broad-based consulting, regulatory compliance, technology services, public sector or other high-demand advisory services; failure to produce projected revenues could adversely affect financial results; and there is the possibility of involvement in litigation relating to prior or current transactions or activities.
A summary of additional risks and uncertainties can be found in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and in the Company's other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Because long-term contracts are not a significant part of the Company's business, future results cannot be reliably predicted by considering past trends or extrapolating past results. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update information in this report, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, and notwithstanding any historical practice of doing so.
A copy of this release is available at www.roberthalf.com/investor-center.
ATTACHED:
Summary of Operations
Supplemental Financial Information
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
ROBERT HALF INC.
SUMMARY OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
2026
2025
2026
2025
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
Service revenues
$ 1,336,365
$ 1,369,743
$ 2,636,544
$ 2,721,650
Costs of services
862,338
860,269
1,682,608
1,713,131
Gross margin
474,027
509,474
953,936
1,008,519
Selling, general and administrative expenses
536,326
507,934
979,324
968,097
Operating (loss) income
(62,299)
1,540
(25,388)
40,422
(Income) loss from investments held in employee deferred
compensation trusts (which is completely offset by related costs and
expenses)
(100,878)
(57,654)
(92,651)
(37,483)
Interest income, net
(2,013)
(2,239)
(4,771)
(5,811)
Income before income taxes
40,592
61,433
72,034
83,716
Provision for income taxes
14,274
20,465
31,926
25,398
Net income
$ 26,318
$ 40,968
$ 40,108
$ 58,318
Diluted net income per share
$ 0.26
$ 0.41
$ 0.40
$ 0.58
Weighted average shares:
Basic
99,941
100,410
99,783
100,537
Diluted
100,307
100,539
100,104
100,776
ROBERT HALF INC.
SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION
(in thousands)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
2026
2025
2026
2025
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
SERVICE REVENUES INFORMATION
Contract talent solutions
Finance and accounting
$ 551,722
$ 555,626
$ 1,090,475
$ 1,118,559
Administrative and customer support
154,859
165,591
304,194
331,218
Technology
162,202
158,403
315,960
310,945
Elimination of intersegment revenues (1)
(121,378)
(119,812)
(238,208)
(237,709)
Total contract talent solutions
747,405
759,808
1,472,421
1,523,013
Permanent placement talent solutions
117,991
114,713
226,995
226,804
Protiviti
470,969
495,222
937,128
971,833
Total service revenues
$ 1,336,365
$ 1,369,743
$ 2,636,544
$ 2,721,650
(1)
Service revenues for finance and accounting, administrative and customer support, and technology include intersegment revenues, which represent revenues from services provided to the Company's Protiviti segment in connection with the Company's blended business solutions. Intersegment revenues for each functional specialization are aggregated and then eliminated as a single line.
June 30,
2026
2025
(Unaudited)
SELECTED BALANCE SHEET INFORMATION:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 324,714
$ 380,547
Accounts receivable, net
$ 821,442
$ 826,872
Total assets
$ 2,858,499
$ 2,832,196
Total current liabilities
$ 1,456,057
$ 1,322,626
Total stockholders' equity
$ 1,207,659
$ 1,311,918
Six Months Ended June 30,
2026
2025
(Unaudited)
SELECTED CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Depreciation
$ 24,639
$ 25,608
Capitalized cloud computing implementation costs
$ 16,169
$ 13,217
Capital expenditures
$ 15,651
$ 27,573
Open market repurchases of common stock (shares)
—
1,128
ROBERT HALF INC.
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
The financial results of Robert Half Inc. (the "Company") are prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP") and the rules of the SEC. To help readers understand the Company's financial performance, the Company supplements its GAAP financial results with the following non-GAAP measures: adjusted gross margin; adjusted selling, general and administrative expenses; adjusted operating income; and adjusted revenue growth rates.
The following measures: adjusted gross margin, adjusted selling, general and administrative expenses and adjusted operating income, include gains and losses on investments held to fund the Company's obligations under employee deferred compensation plans. The Company provides these measures because they are used by management to review its operational results.
Adjusted revenue growth rates represent year-over-year revenue growth rates after removing the impacts on reported revenues from the changes in the number of billing days and foreign currency exchange rates. The Company provides this data because it focuses on the Company's revenue growth rates attributable to operating activities and aids in evaluating revenue trends over time. The impacts from the changes in billing days and foreign currency exchange rates are calculated as follows:
Billing days impact is calculated by dividing each comparative period's reported revenues by the number of billing days for that period to arrive at a per billing day amount. Same billing day growth rates are then calculated based on the per billing day amounts. Management calculates a global, weighted-average number of billing days for each reporting period based upon inputs from all countries and all functional specializations and segments. Foreign currency impact is calculated by retranslating current-period international revenues, using foreign currency exchange rates from the prior year's comparable period. The non-GAAP financial measures provided herein may not provide information that is directly comparable to that provided by other companies in the Company's industry, as other companies may calculate such financial results differently. The Company's non-GAAP financial measures are not measurements of financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered as alternatives to amounts presented in accordance with GAAP. The Company does not consider these non-GAAP financial measures to be a substitute for, or superior to, the information provided by GAAP financial results. A reconciliation of the non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures is provided on the following pages.
ROBERT HALF INC.
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
ADJUSTED GROSS MARGIN (UNAUDITED):
(in thousands)
Three Months Ended June 30,
Relationships
Six Months Ended June 30,
Relationships
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
Gross Margin
Contract talent solutions
$ 292,422
$ 297,367
$ 292,422
$ 297,367
39.1 %
39.1 %
39.1 %
39.1 %
$ 574,175
$ 594,300
$ 574,175
$ 594,300
39.0 %
39.0 %
39.0 %
39.0 %
Permanent placement talent
solutions
117,823
114,551
117,823
114,551
99.9 %
99.9 %
99.9 %
99.9 %
226,549
226,412
226,549
226,412
99.8 %
99.8 %
99.8 %
99.8 %
Total talent solutions
410,245
411,918
410,245
411,918
47.4 %
47.1 %
47.4 %
47.1 %
800,724
820,712
800,724
820,712
47.1 %
46.9 %
47.1 %
46.9 %
Protiviti
63,782
97,556
87,170
110,357
13.5 %
19.7 %
18.5 %
22.3 %
153,212
187,807
174,596
196,569
16.3 %
19.3 %
18.6 %
20.2 %
Total
$ 474,027
$ 509,474
$ 497,415
$ 522,275
35.5 %
37.2 %
37.2 %
38.1 %
$ 953,936
$ 1,008,519
$ 975,320
$ 1,017,281
36.2 %
37.1 %
37.0 %
37.4 %
The following tables provide reconciliations of the non-GAAP adjusted gross margin to reported gross margin for the three months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025:
Three Months Ended June 30, 2026
Three Months Ended June 30, 2025
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
Gross Margin
As Reported
$ 292,422
39.1 %
$ 117,823
99.9 %
$ 410,245
47.4 %
$ 63,782
13.5 %
$ 474,027
35.5 %
$ 297,367
39.1 %
$ 114,551
99.9 %
$ 411,918
47.1 %
$ 97,556
19.7 %
$ 509,474
37.2 %
Adjustments (1)
—
—
—
—
—
—
23,388
5.0 %
23,388
1.7 %
—
—
—
—
—
—
12,801
2.6 %
12,801
0.9 %
As Adjusted
$ 292,422
39.1 %
$ 117,823
99.9 %
$ 410,245
47.4 %
$ 87,170
18.5 %
$ 497,415
37.2 %
$ 297,367
39.1 %
$ 114,551
99.9 %
$ 411,918
47.1 %
$ 110,357
22.3 %
$ 522,275
38.1 %
The following tables provide reconciliations of the non-GAAP adjusted gross margin to reported gross margin for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025:
Six Months Ended June 30, 2026
Six Months Ended June 30, 2025
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
Gross Margin
As Reported
$ 574,175
39.0 %
$ 226,549
99.8 %
$ 800,724
47.1 %
$ 153,212
16.3 %
$ 953,936
36.2 %
$ 594,300
39.0 %
$ 226,412
99.8 %
$ 820,712
46.9 %
$ 187,807
19.3 %
$ 1,008,519
37.1 %
Adjustments (1)
—
—
—
—
—
—
21,384
2.3 %
21,384
0.8 %
—
—
—
—
—
—
8,762
0.9 %
8,762
0.3 %
As Adjusted
$ 574,175
39.0 %
$ 226,549
99.8 %
$ 800,724
47.1 %
$ 174,596
18.6 %
$ 975,320
37.0 %
$ 594,300
39.0 %
$ 226,412
99.8 %
$ 820,712
46.9 %
$ 196,569
20.2 %
$ 1,017,281
37.4 %
(1)
Changes in the Company's employee deferred compensation plan obligations related to Protiviti operations are included in costs of services, while the related investment (income) loss is presented separately. The non-GAAP financial adjustments shown in the table above are to reclassify investment (income) loss from investments held in employee deferred compensation trusts to the same line item that includes the corresponding change in obligation. These adjustments have no impact on income before income taxes.
ROBERT HALF INC.
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
ADJUSTED SELLING, GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES (UNAUDITED):
(in thousands)
Three Months EndedJune 30,
Relationships
Six Months Ended June 30,
Relationships
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
Selling, General and
Administrative Expenses
Contract talent solutions
$ 343,038
$ 318,871
$ 274,618
$ 278,944
45.9 %
42.0 %
36.7 %
36.7 %
$ 610,119
$ 595,083
$ 547,058
$ 569,186
41.4 %
39.1 %
37.2 %
37.4 %
Permanent placement talent
solutions
115,999
111,218
106,929
106,292
98.3 %
97.0 %
90.6 %
92.7 %
217,805
217,353
209,599
214,529
96.0 %
95.8 %
92.3 %
94.6 %
Total talent solutions
459,037
430,089
381,547
385,236
53.0 %
49.2 %
44.1 %
44.1 %
827,924
812,436
756,657
783,715
48.7 %
46.4 %
44.5 %
44.8 %
Protiviti
77,289
77,845
77,289
77,845
16.4 %
15.7 %
16.4 %
15.7 %
151,400
155,661
151,400
155,661
16.2 %
16.0 %
16.2 %
16.0 %
Total
$ 536,326
$ 507,934
$ 458,836
$ 463,081
40.1 %
37.1 %
34.3 %
33.8 %
$ 979,324
$ 968,097
$ 908,057
$ 939,376
37.1 %
35.6 %
34.4 %
34.5 %
The following tables provide reconciliations of the non-GAAP adjusted selling, general and administrative expenses to reported selling, general and administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025:
Three Months Ended June 30, 2026
Three Months Ended June 30, 2025
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
Selling, General and
Administrative Expenses
As Reported
$ 343,038
45.9 %
$ 115,999
98.3 %
$ 459,037
53.0 %
$ 77,289
16.4 %
$ 536,326
40.1 %
$ 318,871
42.0 %
$ 111,218
97.0 %
$ 430,089
49.2 %
$ 77,845
15.7 %
$ 507,934
37.1 %
Adjustments (1)
(68,420)
(9.2 %)
(9,070)
(7.7 %)
(77,490)
(8.9 %)
—
—
(77,490)
(5.8 %)
(39,927)
(5.3 %)
(4,926)
(4.3 %)
(44,853)
(5.1 %)
—
—
(44,853)
(3.3 %)
As Adjusted
$ 274,618
36.7 %
$ 106,929
90.6 %
$ 381,547
44.1 %
$ 77,289
16.4 %
$ 458,836
34.3 %
$ 278,944
36.7 %
$ 106,292
92.7 %
$ 385,236
44.1 %
$ 77,845
15.7 %
$ 463,081
33.8 %
The following tables provide reconciliations of the non-GAAP adjusted selling, general and administrative expenses to reported selling, general and administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025:
Six Months Ended June 30, 2026
Six Months Ended June 30, 2025
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
Selling, General and
Administrative Expenses
As Reported
$ 610,119
41.4 %
$ 217,805
96.0 %
$ 827,924
48.7 %
$ 151,400
16.2 %
$ 979,324
37.1 %
$ 595,083
39.1 %
$ 217,353
95.8 %
$ 812,436
46.4 %
$ 155,661
16.0 %
$ 968,097
35.6 %
Adjustments (1)
(63,061)
(4.2 %)
(8,206)
(3.7 %)
(71,267)
(4.2 %)
—
—
(71,267)
(2.7 %)
(25,897)
(1.7 %)
(2,824)
(1.2 %)
(28,721)
(1.6 %)
—
—
(28,721)
(1.1 %)
As Adjusted
$ 547,058
37.2 %
$ 209,599
92.3 %
$ 756,657
44.5 %
$ 151,400
16.2 %
$ 908,057
34.4 %
$ 569,186
37.4 %
$ 214,529
94.6 %
$ 783,715
44.8 %
$ 155,661
16.0 %
$ 939,376
34.5 %
(1)
Changes in the Company's employee deferred compensation plan obligations related to talent solutions operations are included in selling, general and administrative expenses, while the related investment (income) loss is presented separately. The non-GAAP financial adjustments shown in the table above are to reclassify investment (income) loss from investments held in employee deferred compensation trusts to the same line item that includes the corresponding change in obligation. These adjustments have no impact on income before income taxes.
ROBERT HALF INC.
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
ADJUSTED OPERATING INCOME (UNAUDITED):
(in thousands)
Three Months EndedJune 30,
Relationships
Six Months Ended June 30,
Relationships
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
As Reported
As Adjusted
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
Operating (Loss) Income
Contract talent solutions
$ (50,616)
$ (21,504)
$ 17,804
$ 18,423
(6.8 %)
(2.8 %)
2.4 %
2.4 %
$ (35,944)
$ (783)
$ 27,117
$ 25,114
(2.4 %)
(0.1 %)
1.8 %
1.6 %
Permanent placement talent
solutions
1,824
3,333
10,894
8,259
1.5 %
2.9 %
9.2 %
7.2 %
8,744
9,059
16,950
11,883
3.9 %
4.0 %
7.5 %
5.2 %
Total talent solutions
(48,792)
(18,171)
28,698
26,682
(5.6 %)
(2.1 %)
3.3 %
3.1 %
(27,200)
8,276
44,067
36,997
(1.6 %)
0.5 %
2.6 %
2.1 %
Protiviti
(13,507)
19,711
9,881
32,512
(2.9 %)
4.0 %
2.1 %
6.6 %
1,812
32,146
23,196
40,908
0.2 %
3.3 %
2.5 %
4.2 %
Total
$ (62,299)
$ 1,540
$ 38,579
$ 59,194
(4.7 %)
0.1 %
2.9 %
4.3 %
$ (25,388)
$ 40,422
$ 67,263
$ 77,905
(1.0 %)
1.5 %
2.6 %
2.9 %
The following tables provide reconciliations of the non-GAAP adjusted operating income to reported operating (loss) income for the three months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025:
Three Months Ended June 30, 2026
Three Months Ended June 30, 2025
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
Operating (Loss) Income
As Reported
$ (50,616)
(6.8 %)
$ 1,824
1.5 %
$ (48,792)
(5.6 %)
$ (13,507)
(2.9 %)
$ (62,299)
(4.7 %)
$ (21,504)
(2.8 %)
$ 3,333
2.9 %
$ (18,171)
(2.1 %)
$ 19,711
4.0 %
$ 1,540
0.1 %
Adjustments (1)
68,420
9.2 %
9,070
7.7 %
77,490
8.9 %
23,388
5.0 %
100,878
7.6 %
39,927
5.2 %
4,926
4.3 %
44,853
5.2 %
12,801
2.6 %
57,654
4.2 %
As Adjusted
$ 17,804
2.4 %
$ 10,894
9.2 %
$ 28,698
3.3 %
$ 9,881
2.1 %
$ 38,579
2.9 %
$ 18,423
2.4 %
$ 8,259
7.2 %
$ 26,682
3.1 %
$ 32,512
6.6 %
$ 59,194
4.3 %
The following tables provide reconciliations of the non-GAAP adjusted operating income to reported operating (loss) income for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025:
Six Months Ended June 30, 2026
Six Months Ended June 30, 2025
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
Contract talent
solutions
Permanent
placement talent
solutions
Total talent
solutions
Protiviti
Total
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
$
% of
Revenue
Operating (Loss) Income
As Reported
$ (35,944)
(2.4 %)
$ 8,744
3.9 %
$ (27,200)
(1.6 %)
$ 1,812
0.2 %
$ (25,388)
(1.0 %)
$ (783)
(0.1 %)
$ 9,059
4.0 %
$ 8,276
0.5 %
$ 32,146
3.3 %
$ 40,422
1.5 %
Adjustments (1)
63,061
4.2 %
8,206
3.6 %
71,267
4.2 %
21,384
2.3 %
92,651
3.6 %
25,897
1.7 %
2,824
1.2 %
28,721
1.6 %
8,762
0.9 %
37,483
1.4 %
As Adjusted
$ 27,117
1.8 %
$ 16,950
7.5 %
$ 44,067
2.6 %
$ 23,196
2.5 %
$ 67,263
2.6 %
$ 25,114
1.6 %
$ 11,883
5.2 %
$ 36,997
2.1 %
$ 40,908
4.2 %
$ 77,905
2.9 %
(1)
Changes in the Company's employee deferred compensation plan obligations are included in operating (loss) income. The non-GAAP financial adjustments shown in the table above are to reclassify investment (income) loss from investments held in employee deferred compensation trusts to the same line item that includes the corresponding change in obligation. These adjustments have no impact on income before income taxes.
ROBERT HALF INC.
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
REVENUE GROWTH RATES (%) (UNAUDITED):
Year-Over-Year Growth Rates
(As Reported)
Non-GAAP Year-Over-Year Growth Rates
(As Adjusted)
2025
2026
2025
2026
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Q1
Q2
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Q1
Q2
Global
Finance and accounting
-12.3
-10.8
-9.9
-6.9
-4.3
-0.7
-10.0
-10.8
-10.7
-7.8
-6.3
-1.3
Administrative and customer support
-17.2
-13.0
-11.1
-11.4
-9.8
-6.5
-15.2
-13.3
-12.1
-12.5
-11.8
-6.9
Technology
-3.4
0.3
-1.5
-1.0
0.8
2.4
-1.3
0.4
-1.9
-1.2
-0.3
2.3
Elimination of intersegment revenues (1)
4.5
2.9
1.1
3.0
-0.9
1.3
6.8
2.5
0.2
2.2
-2.8
1.2
Total contract talent solutions
-14.0
-11.1
-10.1
-8.2
-5.0
-1.6
-11.8
-11.1
-10.9
-9.0
-6.8
-2.1
Permanent placement talent solutions
-10.2
-12.5
-10.7
-5.1
-2.8
2.9
-7.8
-12.6
-11.4
-5.9
-4.7
2.5
Total talent solutions
-13.5
-11.3
-10.2
-7.9
-4.7
-1.0
-11.3
-11.3
-11.0
-8.6
-6.6
-1.5
Protiviti
2.7
1.8
-2.6
-2.0
-2.2
-4.9
4.7
1.5
-3.4
-2.8
-3.8
-5.0
Total
-8.4
-7.0
-7.5
-5.8
-3.8
-2.4
-6.2
-7.1
-8.3
-6.6
-5.6
-2.8
United States
Contract talent solutions
-11.8
-10.7
-10.3
-9.5
-7.6
-2.1
-10.7
-10.7
-10.4
-9.2
-7.5
-1.8
Permanent placement talent solutions
-8.5
-13.2
-11.3
-5.8
-5.9
6.0
-7.3
-13.2
-11.4
-5.5
-5.7
6.3
Total talent solutions
-11.4
-11.0
-10.4
-9.0
-7.4
-1.1
-10.3
-11.0
-10.5
-8.8
-7.3
-0.8
Protiviti
2.3
-0.7
-5.5
-5.9
-6.4
-5.8
3.6
-0.7
-5.6
-5.6
-6.3
-5.5
Total
-6.9
-7.4
-8.6
-7.9
-7.1
-2.9
-5.7
-7.4
-8.7
-7.6
-6.9
-2.5
International
Contract talent solutions
-20.7
-12.5
-9.7
-4.0
4.3
-0.1
-16.2
-12.9
-12.4
-8.7
-3.4
-3.5
Permanent placement talent solutions
-14.5
-10.6
-9.0
-3.5
5.7
-4.8
-10.1
-11.2
-11.2
-7.0
-0.9
-7.1
Total talent solutions
-19.8
-12.2
-9.6
-3.9
4.5
-0.9
-15.3
-12.6
-12.2
-8.4
-3.0
-4.1
Protiviti
4.4
13.1
11.1
14.7
16.0
-1.2
7.9
10.7
7.5
9.1
8.1
-3.1
Total
-13.6
-5.3
-3.8
1.8
8.1
-1.0
-9.4
-6.3
-6.7
-3.0
0.4
-3.8
(1)
Service revenues for finance and accounting, administrative and customer support, and technology include intersegment revenues, which represent revenues from services provided to Protiviti in connection with the Company's blended business solutions. Intersegment revenues for each functional specialization are aggregated and then eliminated as a single line item.
The non-GAAP financial measures included in the table above adjust for the following items:
Billing Days. The "As Reported" revenue growth rates are based upon reported revenues. Management calculates the billing day impact by dividing each comparative period's reported revenues by the number of billing days for that period to arrive at a per billing day amount. Same billing day growth rates are then calculated based on the per billing day amounts. Management calculates a global, weighted-average number of billing days for each reporting period based upon input from all countries and all functional specializations and segments.
Foreign Currency Translation. The "As Reported" revenue growth rates are based upon reported revenues, which include the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates. The foreign currency impact is calculated by retranslating current-period international revenues, using foreign currency exchange rates from the prior year's comparable period.
The term "As Adjusted" means that the impact of different billing days and constant currency fluctuations are removed from the revenue growth rate calculation. A reconciliation of the non-GAAP year-over-year revenue growth rates to the "As Reported" year-over-year revenue growth rates is included herein, on Pages 10-12.
Crescent Grove Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI – Free Report) in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor purchased 19,550 shares of the business services provider’s stock, valued at approximately $497,000.
Other hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. AQR Capital Management LLC increased its holdings in Robert Half by 190.5% during the 2nd quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC now owns 6,201,209 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $254,560,000 after purchasing an additional 4,066,328 shares during the last quarter. Pzena Investment Management LLC boosted its stake in shares of Robert Half by 35.8% during the 1st quarter. Pzena Investment Management LLC now owns 5,966,734 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $151,555,000 after buying an additional 1,571,883 shares during the last quarter. Capital World Investors boosted its stake in shares of Robert Half by 36.0% during the 4th quarter. Capital World Investors now owns 5,902,279 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $160,306,000 after buying an additional 1,561,146 shares during the last quarter. Brickwood Asset Management LLP acquired a new stake in shares of Robert Half during the fourth quarter worth approximately $34,908,000. Finally, Norges Bank acquired a new stake in shares of Robert Half during the fourth quarter worth approximately $33,832,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 92.41% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of analysts recently issued reports on RHI shares. Zacks Research upgraded shares of Robert Half from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 14th. The Goldman Sachs Group increased their price objective on shares of Robert Half from $23.00 to $26.00 and gave the company a “sell” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 14th. William Blair raised shares of Robert Half from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating in a report on Tuesday, April 21st. Finally, Weiss Ratings raised shares of Robert Half from a “sell (d)” rating to a “sell (d+)” rating in a research report on Wednesday, June 17th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, four have assigned a Hold rating and four have assigned a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and an average price target of $31.62.
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Robert Half Stock Up 0.1% NYSE:RHI opened at $41.84 on Monday. The company has a market cap of $4.28 billion, a PE ratio of 32.18 and a beta of 0.82. The business’s 50 day moving average is $30.83 and its two-hundred day moving average is $27.98. Robert Half Inc. has a 52 week low of $21.83 and a 52 week high of $43.26.
Robert Half (NYSE:RHI – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April 23rd. The business services provider reported $0.14 earnings per share for the quarter, meeting analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.14. The business had revenue of $1.30 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.34 billion. Robert Half had a return on equity of 10.14% and a net margin of 2.43%.The business’s quarterly revenue was down 3.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the previous year, the business earned $0.17 EPS. As a group, sell-side analysts expect that Robert Half Inc. will post 1.29 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Robert Half Dividend Announcement The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, June 15th. Shareholders of record on Friday, May 22nd were issued a $0.59 dividend. This represents a $2.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 5.6%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, May 22nd. Robert Half’s payout ratio is currently 181.54%.
Robert Half Profile (Free Report)
Robert Half International Inc, founded in 1948 by Robert Half, is a global professional staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. As a pioneer in specialized staffing, the company has built a reputation for matching skilled professionals with leading organizations across a range of industries. Robert Half’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RHI, reflecting its position as one of the longest‐standing and best‐known firms in the staffing sector.
The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including temporary staffing, permanent placement, and consulting solutions.
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Robert Half Inc. (NYSE: RHI) today announced it expects to release second-quarter 2026 earnings results on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at approximately 4:05 p.m. ET. The Company will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET on July 23, following the release.
The dial-in number for the conference call is 800-330-6710 (+1-213-279-1505 outside the United States and Canada). Participants are encouraged to dial in approximately 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. The confirmation code to access the call is 6715269.
A recorded replay of the call will be available beginning July 23 and will remain accessible for 12 months at https://www.webcasts.com/RobertHalfQ22026. The conference call also will be archived in audio format on the company's website at roberthalf.com.
About Robert Half
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the last 12 months, Robert Half has been recognized as one of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune and, with Protiviti, has been named as a Fortune® Most Admired Company™ and one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
Robert Half is upgraded to “Buy” as labor market conditions show signs of bottoming and sequential business improvement emerges. RHI expects to return to revenue growth in Q3 2026, driven by pent-up enterprise demand and stabilization in talent solutions. Cost discipline, including $30 million in annual layoffs and SG&A reductions, supports margin resilience amid gradual recovery.
As the third quarter of 2026 begins, markets continue to reward artificial intelligence exposure and growth stocks, but not every company is benefiting from the trend.
Concerns over weakening fundamentals, stretched valuations, and persistent cash burn have raised risks for several names.
With that in mind, Finbold has identified three stocks investors may want to avoid in Q3 2026 despite their potential upside.
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is still working to stabilize its business after a difficult period for the staffing industry. In the first quarter, revenue fell 4% year-over-year, while a temporary 56% tax rate hurt profitability.
The company cited economic uncertainty, conflict in the Middle East, and higher energy costs as headwinds, while weaker demand for compliance and risk-remediation services weighed on its Protiviti division.
To improve results, Robert Half implemented cost cuts expected to generate $30 million in annualized savings and is targeting third-quarter net income and earnings per share growth of 8% to 12%.
However, the turnaround remains unproven. The stock trades at roughly 25 times earnings, above the industry average of 18 and peer-group average of 16.
With revenue still declining and valuation elevated, Robert Half’s recovery story depends largely on future execution rather than current results.
As of press time, RHI stock traded at $30.70, up about 13% year-to-date.
RHI YTD stock price chart. Source: Google Finance SanDisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) SanDisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) has been one of 2026’s top-performing stocks. As of press time, shares traded at $2,273, up 757% year to date and roughly 4,000% since its February 2025 spinoff from Western Digital.
SNDK YTD stock price chart. Source: Google Finance The rally has been supported by strong operating performance. Data center revenue jumped 233% sequentially, total revenue rose 251% year over year, and gross margin expanded to 78.4% from 22.5% a year earlier.
Quarterly revenue reached $5.95 billion, while management expects up to $8.25 billion in fourth-quarter revenue. The company also has $3.74 billion in cash and no debt.
The bull case hinges on AI infrastructure spending and long-term hyperscaler agreements permanently reducing the industry’s cyclicality. However, memory markets have historically swung from shortages to oversupply when capacity expands or demand growth slows.
Lucid Group (NASDAQ: LCID) Lucid Group (NASDAQ: LCID) remains one of the most financially challenged companies in the electric vehicle sector.
In its latest reported quarter, the company generated approximately $523 million in revenue while posting a net loss of about $814 million. Free cash flow was negative $1.24 billion, and gross margin stood near negative 93%.
Lucid reported first-quarter 2026 earnings per share of negative $2.82, missing analyst estimates by nearly $0.29. A year earlier, its net profit margin stood at approximately negative 291%, underscoring its ongoing profitability challenges.
Cash burn remains a major concern with the EV maker spending roughly $3.8 billion annually against about $3 billion in cash and investments, implying a runway of three to four quarters, or six to seven quarters including available credit facilities.
The company has also relied on fresh capital. For insurance, in April 2026, Lucid raised $300 million through a common stock offering and secured an additional $550 million in convertible preferred investment from Ayar Third Investment, which is linked to Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
Meanwhile, 69 million shares remain registered for future resale, increasing dilution risk for existing shareholders.
Operational challenges have further weighed on sentiment. A seat-supplier issue forced a 29-day halt in Gravity SUV deliveries, disrupting production and prompting a shareholder-rights law firm to launch a securities-law inquiry. As of press time, LCID stock traded at $6.69, down about 40% year to date.
LCID YTD stock price chart. Source: Finbold While backing from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund reduces near-term insolvency risk, Lucid’s path to sustainable profitability remains uncertain, and continued capital raises could further dilute shareholders.
Companies are rapidly changing their minds that artificial intelligence can "do it all" by rehiring employees to propel their businesses forward, as investors fret over the longevity of the ongoing AI boom happening in the financial markets.
Automaker Ford is one of the latest companies to reverse course. It is reportedly re-employing hundreds of experienced human engineers to work on quality issues automated systems couldn't address. "Artificial intelligence is a fantastic tool, but it's only as good as the information you use to train it," Charles Poon, Ford's vice president of vehicle hardware engineering, told the media.
Other companies that have walked back their hiring plans to focus more on human capital include Commonwealth Bank of Australia and software giant IBM.
Last year, CBA laid off more than 40 customer service staff and replaced them with an AI voice bot. However, the AI system was unable to cope, which led to an increase in calls, prompting CBA to reverse the job cuts. "Getting CBA to rescind these job cuts is a massive win," Australia's finance sector union said in a statement.
According to an ABC report in August last year, CBA admitted it "did not adequately consider all relevant business considerations" when announcing the redundancies and acknowledged "we should have been more thorough in our assessment of the roles required".
Similarly, IBM replaced its HR functions with AI that handled around 94% of routine requests but was unable to meet the other 6%, which included ethical dilemmas. IBM then announced plans to triple its U.S. entry-level hiring across all business units in 2026.
"If we don't continue to invest in entry-level hires, what happens in 3–5 years?," IBM chief human resources officer Nickle LaMoreaux said at a Charter AI Summit in New York. "There's no pipeline; the well simply dries up," LaMoreaux added.
These examples echo views presented by analysts that making employees redundant while using more AI may not necessarily offer the best route to business growth.
"Budgeting on 'tech to replace humans' without investing in training or upskilling left teams unprepared to leverage AI," according to a report by Intuition Labs. "Notably, among companies pushing automation, many later 'regretted' layoffs, having cut the very people needed to oversee AI," it added.
According to a report by Orgvue, 39% of business leaders made employees redundant due to AI deployment. However, among that number, 55% admit wrong decisions about those redundancies were made.
"Where AI outputs are inconsistent, inaccurate, or difficult to apply, companies often need to reintroduce human oversight," said Jessica Zhang, senior vice president of APAC at HR solutions provider ADP. "This can lead to duplicated effort, slower decision-making, and diminished productivity gains," Zhang added.
Meanwhile, 32% of U.S. hiring managers said they eliminated a role primarily due to AI and later rehired for the same or a similar position, according to data from Robert Half sent to CNBC.
"AI is changing the workplace, but it's becoming clear that organizations are finding more value in building human-AI collaboration versus replacing human work entirely," Capitol Technology University noted.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI), including its subsidiary, Protiviti, has been recognized by TIME as one of the World's Most Sustainable Companies 2026. Organizations included on the list prioritize transparency, accountability and their impact on the environment.
Over 5,000 of the largest and most influential global businesses were evaluated on factors such as revenue, market capitalization and public prominence. The process involved a rigorous 4-step methodology to identify the firms, which were measured on more than 20 key data points. The ranking represents companies across the globe with the highest overall scores.
"This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to responsible business practices," said Susan Haseley, chief corporate responsibility and inclusion officer at Robert Half. "We remain focused on making a positive impact through social and environmental initiatives."
Robert Half has also been recognized as one of Newsweek's Most Responsible Companies and one of Forbes' Best Employers for Company Culture.
FAQs
What is TIME's World's Most Sustainable Companies list?
The list highlights organizations recognized for their business practices, transparency and corporate responsibility efforts. Developed in collaboration with Statista, the ranking evaluates thousands of companies worldwide across a range of criteria with companies earning the highest scores placing on the final list.
Why was Robert Half included on the list?
Robert Half was recognized for its commitment to operating responsibly and creating positive impact through its business practices and community engagement efforts. The company's inclusion reflects its ongoing focus on accountability, ethical leadership and long-term value creation.
What does this recognition mean for Robert Half?
This recognition reflects Robert Half's commitment to conducting business with integrity and supporting its employees, clients and communities. It also reinforces the company's focus on maintaining a strong company culture.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at RobertHalf.com.
Contact: Matthew Croteau
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Global Transformation Survey reveals executive misalignment is slowing AI value realization, operational performance and growth outcomes
, /PRNewswire/ -- A new Protiviti Global Transformation Survey, The Alignment Advantage in Transformation, finds a significant gap between CEOs and technology leaders on the business impact of artificial intelligence (AI) as well as broader modernization initiatives, highlighting executive misalignment as a critical barrier to transformation success.
As organizations increase investment in AI, data and modernization, the findings show that there is strong correlation between executive alignment and technological maturity, and that maturity delivers higher confidence in achieving transformational outcomes.
The survey of 852 global C-suite executives, conducted in partnership with the University of Oxford, found that organizations with strong executive consensus report significantly higher confidence in AI value realization and transformation outcomes.
"Even the most purpose-driven technology transformation strategies can struggle to produce results if leadership teams aren't aligned on what success looks like," said Kim Bozzella, Global CIO & CISO Solutions Leader at Protiviti.
Key Findings: Executive Alignment and Transformation Outcomes
Executive alignment drives transformation success
Technology leaders and CEOs report significantly different views on transformation success:
CIO/CTOs report 61% confidence in transformation outcomes vs. 34% among CEOs and boards Confidence scores are below 20% in early-stage organizations and exceed 70% in organizations at advanced stages of transformation However, 40% of COOs selected AI as the capability with the greatest potential to drive revenue growth - standing out among the executive suite for their high AI enthusiasm. These findings indicate that closer alignment across the C-suite directly correlates with higher transformational maturity and higher confidence in performance outcomes..
CEOs and boards are more skeptical of AI's business value
Despite significant AI investment, many CEOs remain unconvinced of its impact:
CEOs' and boards' confidence that AI is driving revenue growth is only 30% For CIO/CTOs, the confidence level doubles at 61% Technology leaders consistently report higher confidence than business leaders across AI value metrics The data suggests that while organizations are shifting from AI adoption to AI value realization, the ability to demonstrate AI's business impact across leadership teams remains uneven.
Data, cybersecurity and workforce readiness remain critical
In addition to consensus challenges, organizations continue to face foundational barriers:
Data platforms and governance are the top technology investment priority Workforce skill gaps are among the most cited barriers to transformation Perceptions about cyber threats vary greatly among C-suite roles These findings reinforce that transformation success depends on both leadership consensus and foundational capabilities in data, security and talent.
Closing the AI alignment gap
To improve AI and transformation outcomes, organizations should:
Define shared success metrics linking technology to business outcomes Strengthen communication about AI enhancements, risks, and their outcomes across the organization. AI investments will fall short if enterprises fail to align their workforce, operating model, and leadership around how work is changing. Align investment strategies with long-term transformation objectives Organizations that close alignment gaps will be better positioned to realize value from AI, accelerate transformation and drive sustainable growth.
Access the Full Report
Download the full Protiviti Global Transformation Survey here. For more information about the survey, contact Kim Bozzella at [email protected].
Methodology
The Protiviti Transformation Survey was conducted in the first quarter of 2026 and includes responses from 852 C-suite executives globally. It examines how executive alignment, AI adoption and modernization influence business outcomes and organizational maturity.
About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that helps clients transform and protect their businesses and respond to planned and unexpected events. Through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries, Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms deliver deep expertise and tailored capabilities across technology, artificial intelligence, data, operations, finance, legal, compliance, HR, marketing, digital, risk, and internal audit – enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, navigate risks and safeguard what matters most.
Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2015, Protiviti Inc. has served more than 80 percent of Fortune 100 and nearly 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI)
About Kellogg College at the University of Oxford
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Kellogg College is a lively and diverse academic community offering a distinctive University of Oxford experience. It welcomes graduate students and researchers from around the world, who can be found working across all four of the University's academic divisions and the Department for Continuing Education.
Talent solutions firm recognized as a top workplace in the Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times, Silicon Valley Business Journal and Fortune , /PRNewswire/ -- Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has been named one of the 2026 Bay Area Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Times and the Silicon Valley Business Journal.
Honorees were selected based exclusively on their employees' responses to the Best Places to Work survey. The featured companies are those whose employees rated them highest on key factors, including team dynamics, trust in leadership, communication practices and workplace culture.
"This recognition, based directly on employee feedback, reflects our ongoing commitment to putting our people first," said Lynne Smith, senior vice president of global human resources at Robert Half. "We strive to foster an environment where employees feel valued, supported in their growth and empowered to build meaningful, long-term careers."
Robert Half was also recently named among the Fortune Best Workplaces in the Bay Area 2026 by Great Places to Work®.
FAQs
How does Robert Half support its employees?
Robert Half's employee commitment focuses on supporting its people by prioritizing well-being and career growth, fostering connection, and empowering employees to make a meaningful impact.
What innovative programs is Robert Half pursuing to build a world-class employee experience?
Through customized growth opportunities and leadership pathways, a new learning and development platform, a continuous listening strategy, and emerging technologies that combine human judgment with AI-driven efficiency, employees are empowered to work smarter and stay future-ready.
Does Robert Half help clients build strong workplace cultures?
Robert Half helps clients build strong workplace cultures by delivering forward-looking talent solutions and consulting services aligned with their organizational goals.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
Job search plans are on the rise as professionals seek better benefits, career growth opportunities and flexibility 46% say AI-generated application materials have intensified competition and made it harder to stand out , /PRNewswire/ -- New research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half shows that professionals are reassessing their careers, and many are preparing to make a move in the second half of 2026. A survey of more than 2,000 U.S. professionals found that 46% plan to look for a new job in the next 6 months, up from 38% in the first half of 2026 and 27% one year ago.
Gen Z workers (55%), as well as those who work in healthcare (56%) and technology (49%), are the most likely to explore new opportunities.
Nearly half (46%) of professionals plan to look for a new job in the next 6 months, according to research from Robert Half. What's motivating workers to change jobs?
After several years of market uncertainty and cautious job search activity, professionals are increasingly motivated to pursue new opportunities for a few key reasons:
Better benefits and perks (47%) Career advancement opportunities (43%) Remote work options (39%) Higher salary (35%) Feeling burned out (26%) "For the past few years, many workers have taken a cautious approach to career moves, often prioritizing stability amid economic and workplace uncertainty," said Dawn Fay, operational president of Robert Half. "Today, we're seeing growing confidence among professionals as they re-engage with the job market and actively pursue opportunities that offer greater career growth, flexibility and alignment with their long-term aspirations."
How has AI complicated the job search?
While professionals are exploring new opportunities, many anticipate challenges ahead, particularly as AI continues to reshape the job search. Among those looking for a new role:
46% say AI-generated applications have intensified competition for open roles. 40% are concerned about keeping their skills current as AI evolves. "AI has fundamentally changed the job search," Fay added. "It's increasingly difficult to stand out as more candidates use AI-generated materials that can make applications appear polished—but sometimes less accurate or distinctive. It's important for job seekers to have a plan and continue to evolve their skills to align with current workplace expectations."
Robert Half's latest Job Search Strategies Guide offers practical advice aligned with these insights, helping early career professionals apply this guidance as they enter today's workforce.
FAQ:
Why are more professionals planning to look for a new job?
Workers are reassessing their long-term career goals, compensation, flexibility and growth opportunities. Professionals now appear more willing to explore new roles that better align with their priorities.
How has AI changed the job search process?
AI has made applying for jobs easier, but it has also increased competition and application volume. Hiring managers are reviewing more homogenous applications, making it increasingly important for candidates to demonstrate authentic technical skills, communication abilities and measurable experience.
What can job seekers do to stand out in today's market?
Candidates should focus on clearly communicating measurable accomplishments, showcasing adaptability, and highlighting both technical and human skills. Tailoring resumes thoughtfully rather than relying on AI can also help candidates differentiate themselves.
Should professionals work with a recruiter during their job search?
Working with a specialized staffing firm can help candidates better understand hiring trends, identify opportunities that align with their skills and prepare more effectively for interviews. Recruiting experts can also provide insight into employer expectations, compensation trends and in-demand skills across industries.
About the Research
The research is gathered from a survey developed by Robert Half and conducted by an independent research firm in April 2026. The survey includes responses from more than 2,000 employed workers across the United States.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, administrative and customer support, healthcare support, and human resources.
Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has been honored by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Company Culture 2026. This prestigious list includes the top 600 organizations across the country that excel in fostering a welcoming work environment.
Organizations were selected based on a comprehensive evaluation of workplace policies and initiatives, combined with feedback from an independent survey of 217,000 workers at companies with at least 1,000 U.S. employees. Survey questions addressed issues such as fairness, acceptance and opportunity.
"This recognition reflects the values that shape our workplace culture and how we work every day," said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer of Robert Half. "Our focus on integrity, inclusion, innovation and commitment to success, creates an environment that fosters meaningful connections and drives exceptional results for our clients and candidates."
The survey also assessed how companies performed across several culture-related best practices, including access to employee training programs and employee-led resource groups, as well as the composition of the board and executive teams.
"Our people-first approach is designed to create a positive and engaging workplace experience," said JoLynn Conway-James, senior executive director and chief administrative officer at Robert Half. "By investing in career growth, employee networks and prioritizing overall well-being, we enable our employees to thrive and perform at their best."
Robert Half has also been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For® and by Newsweek as one of America's Most Responsible Companies.
FAQs
What does this recognition say about Robert Half's workplace culture?
This recognition highlights Robert Half's ongoing commitment to fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment where employees feel valued and empowered to succeed.
How does Robert Half support employee growth and well-being?
Robert Half invests in professional development through training programs, career advancement opportunities and employee-led resource groups, while also prioritizing well-being through initiatives that support work-life balance and a positive employee experience.
How were companies selected for this recognition?
Companies were evaluated based on an independent survey of 217,000 employees at organizations with at least 1,000 U.S.-based workers, along with an analysis of workplace policies and programs. The survey measured factors such as fairness, inclusion, development opportunities and overall employee satisfaction.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at RobertHalf.com.
Resources Investor Relations Journalists Agencies Client Login Send a Release News Products Contact , /PRNewswire/ -- Robert Half Inc. (NYSE: RHI) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.59 per share on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable on June 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 22, 2026.
About Robert Half
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half has been recognized as one of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune and, with Protiviti, has been named as a Fortune® Most Admired Company™ and one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For®. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has ranked No. 1 on Forbes list of America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms for the eighth consecutive year. The company has also been recognized as one of America's Best Temporary Staffing Firms and one of America's Best Executive Recruiting Firms for 2026.
The America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms rankings – published annually since 2017 – are based on more than 18,000 survey responses from recruiters, hiring managers and job candidates, identifying firms with consistently strong reputations for high-quality service. Respondents evaluated organizations based on their direct experiences.
"Being named the No. 1 Professional Recruiting Firm in America for the eighth consecutive year underscores our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients and candidates," said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer of Robert Half. "Our people are empowered to continuously innovate and deliver world-class service. This recognition—based on feedback from clients, candidates and industry peers—reinforces our commitment to providing trusted expertise and forward-looking hiring solutions."
Robert Half connects companies with skilled talent and helps job seekers find rewarding roles by combining the expertise of its recruiters with innovative technology solutions. Its award-winning, AI-powered tools leverage advanced machine learning and proprietary data to improve candidate-match quality and help clients navigate change, deploy talent quickly and support technology-driven initiatives.
The company also uses AI to identify organizations most likely to hire or have project needs, enabling its professionals to focus on high-potential opportunities and deliver faster, more precise results.
Robert Half is one of a select few companies—and the only one in its industry—to be named a Fortune® Most Admired Company™ for 29 consecutive years. Robert Half has also been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and one of America's Most Innovative Companies.
FAQs
How can staffing firms help employers navigate hiring challenges?
Staffing firms help streamline candidate evaluations, reduce hiring risk and verify candidate authenticity through proprietary performance data and validation processes.
How is Robert Half using AI and technology to support clients and talent?
Robert Half leverages advanced machine learning and proprietary data to match professionals with opportunities quickly and accurately, even as generative AI reshapes how candidates present themselves.
What services does Robert Half provide?
Robert Half connects companies with skilled talent and helps job seekers find roles ranging from entry-level to executive positions. The company combines recruiter expertise with AI-powered tools and proprietary data to improve candidate matching and help clients adapt to evolving workforce needs.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
On May 5, 2026, Robinson Value Management, Ltd. disclosed a purchase of 137,250 shares of Robert Half (RHI +3.13%), an estimated $3.63 million trade based on quarterly average pricing.
What happenedAccording to a SEC filing dated May 5, 2026, Robinson Value Management, Ltd. increased its stake in Robert Half by 137,250 shares during the first quarter. The estimated transaction value is $3.63 million, based on the mean unadjusted closing price for the quarter. The fund’s position value at quarter-end rose by $3.38 million, a figure that includes both trading and price movement effects.
What else to knowThis was a buy, raising the position to 2.8% of reportable AUM. Top holdings after the filing:NASDAQ:VCSH: $12.53 million (7.0% of AUM)NYSEMKT:SPUU: $12.35 million (6.9% of AUM)NASDAQ:QCOM: $5.72 million (3.2% of AUM)NYSE:MTB: $5.45 million (3.0% of AUM)NYSE:NEM: $5.16 million (2.9% of AUM)As of May 4, 2026, shares were priced at $26.37, down 35.4% over one year, underperforming the S&P 500 by 64 percentage points. Company overviewMetricValueRevenue (TTM)$5.33 billionNet income (TTM)$129.43 millionDividend yield8.81%Price (as of market close May 4, 2026)$26.37Company snapshotProvides staffing, risk consulting, and internal audit services across accounting, finance, technology, legal, and creative fields.Generates revenue primarily through temporary and permanent placement staffing, as well as consulting engagements for business performance and compliance.Serves corporate clients and employment candidates in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with a focus on professional and administrative roles.Robert Half International is a global provider of specialized staffing and consulting solutions, operating through multiple business segments to address diverse workforce and compliance needs. The company leverages its broad geographic presence and deep expertise in professional services to deliver value to both clients and job candidates. Its established market position and diversified service offerings contribute to its competitive advantage in the staffing and employment services industry.
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What this transaction means for investorsRobinson Value Management runs a contrarian value strategy that buys industry leaders with clean balance sheets when they're out of favor and beaten down. Robert Half fits that profile perfectly—the stock is down around 75% from its highs.
The staffing giant is caught in an AI squeeze. Revenue fell 4% last quarter and net margins compressed from 3.6% to 2.4% as companies adopt AI tools to screen candidates in-house instead of paying recruiters. Worse, the white-collar roles Robert Half specializes in placing, such as accountants, IT workers, and administrative staff, are the exact jobs most vulnerable to AI automation.
But there's a counter-argument: AI is also making hiring harder. Fake resumes and AI-generated applications flood companies, making it tougher to verify actual skills. That complexity could drive more demand for staffing firms that can cut through the noise.
This works for value investors betting the stock is oversold and AI ultimately creates more hiring friction than it eliminates. If AI keeps disrupting the industry without creating offsetting demand, Robert Half stays stuck.
Sara Appino has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Qualcomm. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Robert Half International (RHI) remains a hold as total revenue growth has yet to turn positive and Protiviti's weakness persists. Staffing segment shows credible sequential improvement, especially in technology, with two consecutive quarters of positive same-day, constant-currency growth. Protiviti faces structural headwinds from reduced regulatory enforcement, leading to a 4% y/y revenue decline and ongoing uncertainty.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has earned two Stevie awards in the 24th Annual American Business Awards. The company has been honored for Best Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Solution and for Women in AI Leadership.
Robert Half received Best Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Solution for its AI-powered insights engine, a proprietary platform that has transformed how market intelligence is gathered and integrated into Robert Half's thought leadership. Danti Chen, Ph.D., senior vice president of applications, technology and innovation, and head of data science at Robert Half, was named among the Women in AI Leadership.
"This recognition underscores our continued investment in advancing AI-driven innovation that enhances how we deliver insights and value to our customers," said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer of Robert Half. "We're especially proud of Danti and her team for their critical contributions to these achievements."
Under Chen's leadership, Robert Half has built a world-class data science organization that delivers significant business impact. Her team has launched numerous advanced capabilities, including AI Recommended Client (ARC), which leverages predictive analytics to recommend clients and enhance sales strategies. Chen has also driven ongoing advancements in the company's AI-powered matching platform and led the development of generative AI solutions across the organization.
"This honor reflects Danti's outstanding leadership in advancing innovation at Robert Half," said James Johnson, executive vice president and chief technology officer of Robert Half. "We're proud of the impact her team has made in developing differentiated tools and solutions that enhance how we operate and serve our clients."
The American Business Awards is the premier business awards program in the United States. More than 3,700 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration in a wide range of categories. Robert Half has also been named one of Fortune's 2026 America's Most Innovative Companies and a winner of the 2025 CIO 100 Award.
FAQs
How is Robert Half using AI and technology to support clients and talent?
Robert Half leverages advanced machine learning and proprietary data to match professionals with opportunities quickly and accurately, even as generative AI reshapes how job seekers present themselves.
What makes Robert Half's AI unique?
Robert Half combines advanced AI technologies and proprietary data with deep industry expertise from its talent solutions professionals. Its AI tools are designed to augment capabilities and improve productivity and accuracy while maintaining a personalized, high-touch experience for clients and candidates.
How can staffing firms help employers navigate AI-driven hiring challenges?
Staffing firms can help streamline candidate evaluations, reduce hiring risk and verify candidate authenticity through proprietary performance data and candidate validation processes.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
AI blind spots are increasing cybersecurity, operational and third‑party risk as adoption accelerates
, /PRNewswire/ -- As artificial intelligence becomes embedded across core business functions, many organizations still lack a clear understanding of how and where AI is being used across their enterprises. According to new research from global consulting firm Protiviti, nearly half (47%) of large organizations report they do not have full visibility into employee AI tool usage, creating growing challenges related to cybersecurity, governance and operational risk.
The findings come from the fourth Protiviti AI Pulse Survey, titled "No Visibility, No Confidence," which examines how C‑suite executives, board members and IT leaders are managing AI adoption, oversight and risk as usage expands across the enterprise and into third‑party platforms.
AI Adoption Is Outpacing Oversight and Governance
The survey reveals a widening gap between the pace of AI adoption and organizations' ability to govern it effectively:
47% of large organizations lack full visibility into AI tools used by employees. 65% report challenges with "shadow AI," where systems are deployed or used without proper oversight. Only four in 10 organizations have a formal AI governance framework in place. Even among large organizations, one in three lack a formal framework, underscoring that resources alone do not guarantee effective oversight. According to the survey, organizations that have a formal AI governance framework in place report:
Greater visibility into AI usage Higher confidence in managing AI-related risk Stronger recognition of AI-driven cyber and operational threats at the executive level "Organizations can't manage what they can't see," said Sameer Ansari, Global Lead, CISO Solutions at Protiviti. "As AI becomes more deeply embedded across the enterprise, leaders are often making decisions based on an incomplete picture. That lack of visibility makes it significantly harder to secure systems, enforce governance and build trust in AI-enabled outcomes."
Visibility Gaps Expose Organizations to Higher Cyber and Operational Risk
The research also highlights a disconnect between executive leadership and IT teams when it comes to assessing AI-related risk:
Close to half of IT leaders (45%) believe AI has increased cyber risk significantly, versus fewer than one in three (30%) executives and board members. IT teams, which are closer to day‑to‑day AI usage, are more likely to identify gaps that extend beyond internal systems to include vendor platforms, embedded AI tools and third‑party services. These blind spots can delay decision‑making, slow investment in controls and limit an organization's ability to respond quickly to emerging AI-driven threats.
As AI Scales, Visibility and Control Must Scale with It
As organizations move beyond early experimentation and their use of AI more significantly impacts customers, financial processes, and other critical elements of the business, the importance of scalable governance, accountability and continuous AI tool monitoring grows.
"As AI extends deeper into business processes and third‑party ecosystems, organizations need to revisit and strengthen controls," Ansari said. "Those that invest early in governance, transparency and accountability will be far better positioned to scale AI securely, respond to threats and sustain long‑term value."
Methodology
The Protiviti AI Pulse Survey was conducted in February 2026 and includes responses from approximately 345 C‑suite executives, board members and IT leaders across global organizations. The survey, the fourth in an ongoing series of surveys designed to assess the ever-evolving AI landscape, looks at how businesses are addressing AI-related cybersecurity, governance and resilience challenges.
Protiviti has also published an AI Governance FAQ guide. It provides practical, cross-functional perspectives on the governance of AI systems and data, while also addressing broader implications across compliance, cybersecurity, finance, people and culture, customer experience, operations, internal audit and board oversight.
About Protiviti
Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that helps clients transform and protect their businesses, and respond to planned and unexpected events. Through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries, Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms deliver deep expertise and tailored capabilities across technology, artificial intelligence, data, operations, finance, legal, compliance, HR, marketing, digital, risk, and internal audit – enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, navigate risks and safeguard what matters most.
Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2015, Protiviti Inc. has served more than 80 percent of Fortune 100 and nearly 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI).
Only 12% say they have the talent they need to complete high-priority projects 54% say AI-generated applications has made hiring more difficult , /PRNewswire/ -- May is National Small Business Month, and new research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half shows many small business leaders are optimistic about the year ahead, even as hiring grows more complex amid widening skills gaps and evolving technology.
According to data from Robert Half, small companies are driving hiring demand in the U.S. A survey of more than 250 U.S. small business leaders (fewer than 100 employees) shows that 76% are confident about their company's hiring outlook for the year ahead. Yet 47% say finding skilled talent is more difficult than one year ago, and only 12% say they have the talent needed to complete high-priority projects.
AI adoption and skills gaps intensify hiring challenges
Over the next 2 years, 41% of small business leaders expect a net increase in jobs at their organizations amid the rise of AI. At the same time, more than half (56%) report significant skills gaps on their teams, and 58% say those gaps have increased over the past year.
"Widening skills gaps are making it harder for small businesses to successfully compete and grow," said Dawn Fay, operational president of Robert Half. "Organizations that adapt their hiring strategies, invest in upskilling and leverage specialized expertise are better positioned to compete in today's business landscape."
How have AI-generated candidate materials complicated hiring?
The rapid adoption of AI tools among job seekers is introducing new hiring challenges. More than half of small business leaders (54%) say AI-generated applications have made hiring more difficult, primarily due to an influx of homogeneous applications that are difficult to authenticate.
As a result, many small businesses are seeking support from external partners, and 56% are more likely to work with a staffing firm due to AI-related hiring challenges. Of those, 84% report that those partners have been effective in addressing these obstacles—particularly by validating candidate information and identifying specialized talent for critical roles.
"Many small businesses don't have the resources to manage the surge in applications that can be difficult to authenticate," Fay added. "While AI has made job searching more efficient, it has also increased the need for trusted human experts who can validate skills and deliver specialized candidates."
Small businesses drive hiring demand
Despite these challenges, small businesses remain a key source of job openings in the U.S. Robert Half data from Q1 2026 shows that among companies with fewer than 600 employees, the smallest organizations account for the largest share of job openings across 5 professional fields—led by legal (66%), administrative and customer support (64%) and marketing and creative (63%).
Robert Half's Staffing for Small Businesses offers additional insights for navigating today's hiring environment.
FAQ:
Why is AI making the hiring process longer for employers?
AI-generated resumes and increased applicant volume enabled by AI are creating more work for hiring managers. Hiring teams are spending more time verifying skills, assessing authenticity and evaluating applicants who end up not having the required skills.
Why are small businesses confident about hiring but still struggling to fill critical roles?
Many small business leaders remain optimistic about growth this year but only a small share has the specialized talent they need. Growing skills gaps may also contribute to their ability to hire critical roles and move key initiatives forward.
How are small businesses adapting to a tighter talent market and navigating AI-driven hiring challenges?
Many are adjusting their hiring strategies by investing in upskilling or partnering with external experts. Staffing firms can help streamline candidate evaluations, reduce hiring risk and verify skills.
Are AI-generated resumes always inaccurate or misleading?
Not all AI-generated applications are inaccurate or misleading. Many candidates use AI responsibly to improve clarity or grammar. The challenge for employers is the volume of unverified applications and the difficulty distinguishing authentic experience from AI-fabricated content.
About the research
The research is gathered from a survey developed by Robert Half and conducted by an independent research firm in November 2025. The survey contains responses from more than 250 small business leaders with 100 or fewer employees in the United States.
About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at roberthalf.com.
On May 13, 2026, Robert Half Inc (RHI) shares fell 4.5% to $24.90, continuing a downward trend that has seen the stock decline 43.7% over the past year. The sha
Combining Rajant's Kinetic Mesh® networking foundation with RHI's Cowbell platform and Latent AI's edge-native AI to deliver resilient intelligence in DDIL environments.
PRINCETON, N.J. & MALVERN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Defense and industrial operators face a persistent problem: AI that performs well in controlled demonstrations but fails to deliver reliable, real-time intelligence in denied, disrupted, intermittent, or limited (DDIL) environments. The result is delayed decisions, stranded assets, and lost operational advantage.
Latent AI today announced a strategic partnership with Rajant Health Incorporated (RHI), a majority-owned subsidiary of Rajant Corporation, that solves this challenge at fleet scale.
Rajant provides the core Kinetic Mesh® networking platform that keeps systems connected in motion. RHI extends that foundation with the Cowbell distributed edge platform, unifying resilient mesh networking, distributed compute, local data pipelines, and workload orchestration. Latent AI multiplies that capability with an edge-native platform that optimizes AI for target hardware and enables secure, over-the-air deployment, monitoring, and updates, even when cloud connectivity is unavailable.
Together, the three layers deliver mission-ready AI that operates reliably across heterogeneous hardware in the harshest environments, without requiring on-site engineering teams.
The combined solution enables organizations to:
Deploy and update AI models across distributed fleets with minimal reengineering Run real-time inference locally during fully disconnected or bandwidth-constrained operations Maintain continuous model lifecycle management without on-site AI expertise Adapt intelligence in real time as mission conditions change Latent AI has proven these capabilities in U.S. Army Project Linchpin (reducing deployment timelines from weeks to minutes) and U.S. Navy Project AMMO (33% faster model update cycles in connectivity-denied environments).
“AI at the edge is not just a model deployment problem; it is a lifecycle problem across hardware, data, connectivity, and operational constraints,” said Jags Kandasamy, CEO and co-founder of Latent AI. “RHI’s Cowbell gives AI a true operational foundation. Together, we’re enabling AI to deploy, adapt, and sustain itself at fleet scale, wherever the mission demands it.”
Robert J. Schena, CEO of RHI, added: “This partnership reflects a fundamental shift from infrastructure that connects systems to platforms that operationalize intelligence. With Cowbell, RHI provides the distributed execution layer, and Latent AI ensures intelligence can move, adapt, and scale across that fabric.”
This joint solution was announced and showcased recently at the Rajant 2026 Partner Summit in Wickenburg, Arizona.
About Latent AI Latent AI is the trusted edge AI company delivering mission-critical intelligence at the tactical edge. Our proven, edge-native solutions enable defense and industrial organizations to deploy, adapt, and sustain AI in denied and contested environments, interoperable across platforms, field-updatable in real time, and built for operators of every skill level. Trusted by the U.S. Department of Defense. Visit latentai.com.
About Rajant Health Incorporated RHI is a provider of integrated edge intelligence platforms combining resilient wireless mesh radios, distributed compute platforms, applications, and AI to enable real-time awareness and decision support in complex, dynamic, mission-critical environments. Visit rajanthealth.com.
