Robert Half Releases Financial Results for Second Quarter of 2026 with a Decrease in Revenue
Robert Half's Q2 2026 Financial Performance
On July 23, 2026, Robert Half Inc. (NYSE: RHI) disclosed its financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2026. The report highlights a significant impact on revenue and net income as the company navigates through a challenging economic landscape.
The figures for the second quarter indicated a revenue of $1.336 billion, reflecting a slight decrease of 2% from $1.370 billion reported in the same quarter of the previous year. The net income for Q2 2026 stood at $26 million, or $0.26 per share, showing a decline from $41 million, or $0.41 per share, in Q2 2025. Over the first half of the year, Robert Half reported a total revenue of $2.637 billion compared to $2.722 billion for the same period in 2025, with net income dropping from $58 million to $40 million year-over-year.
M. Keith Waddell, President and CEO of Robert Half, elaborated on the results, stating, "While our global enterprise revenues have seen a decrease on a reported and adjusted basis, our talent solutions practice has maintained its third consecutive quarter of revenue growth. Our permanent placement operations also posted adjusted year-over-year revenue growth of 2.5%. This illustrates our ability to adapt and respond to a changing market."
The report further emphasized improvements in hiring demand, supported by favorable market conditions. Waddell acknowledged the commitment of the company’s global workforce, which has been pivotal in sustaining operations amidst economic fluctuations. Recently, Robert Half received recognition as the top firm in Forbes' list of America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms, underscoring its reputation in the talent solutions sector.
In light of these results, Robert Half management has scheduled a conference call at 5 PM ET to discuss these findings in detail. Interested parties can access the prepared remarks for the call via the Robert Half Investor Center website. The replay of the call will be available for 12 months for those who wish to review it after the live event.
As one of the first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firms globally, Robert Half connects job seekers with employment opportunities in various sectors, including finance, accounting, technology, and marketing. With its subsidiary Protiviti, the company also offers consulting services across business risks and technology.
The evolution of market dynamics poses unique challenges, yet Robert Half demonstrates resilience by leveraging its proven strategies and talented workforce. The financial data revealed in this report serves as a testament to the company’s forward-driven approach, aiming for sustained growth and success in the competitive landscape of talent solutions and consulting services.