Robert Half Receives $31.75 Consensus Price Target

Analysts give staffing firm a 'Reduce' rating amid economic uncertainty

Apr. 5, 2026 at 5:55am

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Shares of Robert Half Inc. (NYSE:RHI), a global professional staffing and consulting firm, have received a consensus 'Reduce' recommendation from nine brokerage analysts covering the company. The analysts have set an average 12-month price target of $31.75 for the stock, which is currently trading around $25.30.

Why it matters

Robert Half's performance is seen as a bellwether for the broader employment and economic landscape, as the company's staffing and consulting services are closely tied to business activity and hiring trends. The analyst consensus suggests uncertainty about the company's near-term outlook amid economic headwinds.

The details

The analysts' ratings and price target reflect a mixed view on Robert Half. Four analysts have issued 'sell' ratings, four have 'hold' ratings, and one has a 'buy' recommendation. Factors cited include reduced target prices, with Barclays lowering its target from $36 to $25, and Zacks upgrading the stock from 'strong sell' to 'hold'. The company's latest quarterly results showed a 5.8% year-over-year revenue decline.

  • Robert Half reported Q1 2026 earnings on January 29, 2026.
  • The company paid a quarterly dividend of $0.59 per share on March 13, 2026.

The players

Robert Half Inc.

A global professional staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. The company was founded in 1948 and is one of the longest-standing and best-known firms in the staffing sector.

Zacks Research

An investment research firm that provides analysis and ratings on stocks.

Barclays

A multinational investment bank and financial services company.

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What’s next

Investors will be closely watching Robert Half's upcoming quarterly earnings report and any further updates from analysts on the company's outlook.

The takeaway

Robert Half's mixed analyst ratings and reduced price targets suggest caution about the staffing firm's near-term performance, reflecting broader economic uncertainty that could impact hiring and business activity.