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Robert Half International Inc. operates in the services sector, within the recruitment, staffing, and specialized talent management solutions subsector, with its shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange. The company’s foundation is associated with Robert Half, an entrepreneur with experience in human resources and professional placement in the United States.
The company was established in a private setting, without direct government involvement. Its initial motivations were linked to the development of a structured professional recruitment model focused on placing qualified talent in areas such as accounting, finance, and administration, addressing the growing demand of the corporate market for specialization.
Key products and services include permanent placement, temporary and project-based staffing, specialized consulting, professional process outsourcing, as well as talent management solutions across finance, accounting, technology, legal, marketing, human resources, and administrative functions.
The company operates on an international scale, with core operations in the United States and a significant presence in Canada, Europe, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, and Australia. Its services support companies of various sizes and industries, as well as qualified professionals in both developed and emerging markets.
Market factors include economic cycles, employment and unemployment levels, demand for specialized labor, the digital transformation of corporate processes, competition from other global recruitment and consulting firms, and the increasing adoption of flexible work models.
Operational scale is characterized by thousands of internal employees, a broad base of corporate clients and registered professionals, and hundreds of operating locations worldwide. Revenue is predominantly recurring, supported by recruitment contracts and ongoing service delivery.
The operating structure follows a decentralized model, with regional offices responsible for commercial and operational execution, integrated within a centralized corporate strategy. Operations are organized by professional specialties and geographic regions, supported by proprietary technology for talent and process management.
The primary trading ticker is RHI, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, representing the common shares of Robert Half International Inc. in the U.S. equity market.
History and foundation
The company was founded in 1948 in the United States, with the establishment of Robert Half International Inc. as a firm specializing in the recruitment of accounting professionals, during a period marked by the expansion of the postwar corporate market.
In its early years of operation, the main challenges involved consolidating the specialized recruitment model and building credibility with companies and professionals. Early achievements included the expansion of the client base and recognition as a reference in accounting recruitment.
Expansion and growth occurred through diversification of the practice areas served, entry into new international markets, the opening of offices outside the United States, and the expansion of the service portfolio to include temporary staffing, consulting, and specialized talent solutions.
Historical milestones include the completion of the initial public offering (IPO) in 1968, with the listing of its shares on the New York Stock Exchange, as well as strategic acquisitions and the launch of specialized divisions such as Robert Half Finance & Accounting, Protiviti, and other segmented brands.
Between 2020 and 2024, relevant developments included the adaptation of services to remote and hybrid work models, investments in digital recruitment platforms, operational adjustments in response to global macroeconomic conditions, fluctuations in demand for specialized professionals, and impacts on share performance driven by labor market cycles and the international economic environment.
Additional Information
The Company Robert Half International Inc. (United States), is listed on NYSE with a market value of $ 2.86 Billions, having an equity of $ 1.29 Billion.
With a total of 13.000 employees, the company is listed in the sector of Services and categorized in industry of Commercial Services.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 5.46 Billions, which generated a profit in the amount of $ 155.53 Millions.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of 18.37, a P/BV ratio of 2.22 and in the last 12 months the dividend yield of RHI was at 8.26%.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker RHI.
