Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI)
NASDAQ:CRAI
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 30, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
2.15Last Year’s EPS
1.88Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call reflects strong, broad-based top-line growth (10.5% YoY) with record quarterly revenue, improved utilization, robust international expansion (+20.3% YoY), and solid non-GAAP EBITDA (11.5%). Management is actively investing in talent ($62.3M) and returning capital to shareholders while expanding credit capacity. Principal near-term negatives include a sizable rise in noncash forgivable loan amortization (+53% YoY) that reduced reported EBITDA, a $2.6M restructuring charge, an elevated effective tax rate, and net debt that increased due to seasonal bonus-funded borrowings. Management reaffirmed full-year guidance and emphasized confidence in demand and AI as a growth amplifier.Company Guidance
Record Quarterly Revenue
Revenue increased 10.5% year-over-year to $201.0 million, the highest quarterly revenue in company history, surpassing the prior record set in Q4 FY2025.
Broad-Based Practice Growth
Eight practices grew year-over-year; Energy, Finance, Forensic Services and Life Sciences each posted double-digit revenue growth. Antitrust & Competition Economics delivered a record quarter and posted a new high for quarterly revenue.
Geographic Strength — International Outperformance
North American revenue grew 8.5% year-over-year while international revenue expanded 20.3% year-over-year, contributing meaningfully to overall growth.
Strong Profitability and EBITDA
Generated $23.2 million of non-GAAP EBITDA, equal to 11.5% of revenue (Q1 FY2026). Management notes underlying profitability remains strong after adjusting for one-time and noncash items.
Consultant Capacity and Utilization Improvement
Consultant headcount increased 2.5% year-over-year to 971 (from 947) and utilization improved to 77%, with management targeting the upper-70s utilization range going forward.
Record Sales Pipeline and Project Origination
Average weekly project lead flow and new project originations set quarterly records and posted double-digit growth relative to Q1 FY2025, supporting ongoing revenue momentum.
Capital Deployment and Shareholder Returns
Returned $25.3 million to shareholders in the quarter (dividends $3.8M; share repurchases $21.5M for ~116,000 shares) while investing $62.3 million in talent (senior hires, performance awards, retention).
Liquidity and Credit Flexibility
Total liquidity of $86.7 million (cash $32.5M and $54.2M available revolver capacity). Company increased its revolving credit facility by $50 million to $300 million to support growth and working capital needs.
CRAI Earnings History
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CRAI Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 07, 2026 | $152.64 | $139.12 | -8.86% |
Feb 26, 2026 | $159.73 | $166.85 | +4.45% |
Oct 30, 2025 | $177.03 | $183.49 | +3.65% |
Jul 31, 2025 | $171.53 | $175.06 | +2.06% |
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FAQ
When does Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI) report earnings?
Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 30, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI) earnings time?
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What is CRAI EPS forecast?
CRAI EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 2.15.