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Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI)
NASDAQ:CRAI
CRAI Stock Chart & Stats
$177.47
$1.68(0.93%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$177.47
$1.68(0.93%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$149.96 - $227.29
Previous CloseN/A
Volume8.88K
Average Volume (3M)158.13K
Market Cap
$1.17B
Enterprise Value$1.27B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$18.21M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$127.23M
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.3
Beta1.11
Next Earnings
Apr 30, 2026EPS Estimate
2.06Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.97%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.06
Shares Outstanding6,566,183
10 Day Avg. Volume202,701
30 Day Avg. Volume158,127
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.18
Price to Book (P/B)6.23
Price to Sales (P/S)1.77
P/FCF Ratio71.76
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.09
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.70
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit5.84
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.83
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$245.00Price Target Upside38.05% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)8.53
Revenue Forecast (FY)$777.19M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
AI-driven ProductivityManagement views artificial intelligence as a productivity catalyst that can automate routine work, allowing consultants to focus on higher-value tasks and potentially boost revenue per consultant.
Recurring RevenueLegal and regulatory engagements make up the majority of revenue, providing a stable, recurring revenue base that reduces earnings volatility and supports predictable cash flow.
Revenue GuidanceManagement raised revenue guidance and delivered revenue at the high end of that guidance, signaling stronger-than-expected top-line momentum that could support upward stock re-rating.
Bears Say
Adjusted Margin PressureForgivable loan amortization tied to investments in attracting and retaining top consultants is pressuring adjusted profit margins, implying margin contraction despite revenue growth.
Profitability ClarityRising amortization and related accounting charges could complicate assessments of operating performance and raise concerns about underlying profitability even with strong revenue results.
Reported MarginsHigher non-cash forgivable loan amortization reduced reported margins, weakening headline profitability metrics and potentially damping investor enthusiasm.
Cra International News
CRAI FAQ
What was Cra Internationalinc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Cra Internationalinc. lowest stock price was $149.96 and its highest was $227.29 in the past 12 months.
What is Cra Internationalinc.’s market cap?
Cra Internationalinc.’s market cap is $1.17B.
When is Cra Internationalinc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Cra Internationalinc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 30, 2026 which is in 52 days.
How were Cra Internationalinc.’s earnings last quarter?
Cra Internationalinc. released its earnings results on Feb 26, 2026. The company reported $2.06 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.068 by -$0.008.
Is Cra Internationalinc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Cra Internationalinc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Cra Internationalinc. pay dividends?
Cra Internationalinc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.57 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.97%. See more information on Cra Internationalinc. dividends here
What is Cra Internationalinc.’s EPS estimate?
Cra Internationalinc.’s EPS estimate is 2.06.
How many shares outstanding does Cra Internationalinc. have?
Cra Internationalinc. has 6,566,183 shares outstanding.
What happened to Cra Internationalinc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Cra Internationalinc. reported an EPS of $2.06 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $2.068. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.455%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Cra Internationalinc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CRAI
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Cra International Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$245.00 (38.05% Upside)
$245.00 (38.05% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CRAI Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 2.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $192.2K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.9%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.2%
News Sentiment
Bullish
Bullish news 79%
Bearish news 33%
Bearish news 33%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-3.40%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
26.10%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
10.05%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Cra Internationalinc.
CRA International, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides economic, financial, and management consulting services in the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally. It advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings; and guides corporations through business strategy and performance-related issues. The company also offers consulting services, including research and analysis, expert testimony, and support in litigation and regulatory proceedings in the areas of finance, accounting, economics, insurance, and forensic accounting and investigations to corporate clients and attorneys. In addition, it offers management consulting services comprising strategy development, performance improvement, corporate strategy and portfolio analysis, estimation of market demand, new product pricing strategies, valuation of intellectual property and other assets, assessment of competitors' actions, and analysis of new sources of supply. The company serves various industries, including communications and media; consumer, health, and wellness products; energy; entertainment and leisure; financial services; healthcare; life sciences; manufacturing and industries; natural resources; retail and distribution; technology; and transportation. CRA International, Inc. was incorporated in 1965 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
CRAI Company Deck
CRAI Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized multiple record operating and financial achievements (record annual and quarterly revenue, strong EBITDA and cash flow conversion, broad-based practice and international growth, robust deal lead flow, and constructive 2026 guidance). Management acknowledged near-term headwinds that are largely non-operational or one-time in nature (increased noncash forgivable loan amortization from concentrated talent investments, a higher projected effective tax rate, elevated DSO and calendar comparability from a 53-week year). Management presented a confident outlook on AI as a revenue/productivity enabler and reiterated disciplined capital allocation (share repurchase expansion, dividends, rapid revolver repayment). Overall, the positives in operating momentum, profitability, cash generation and guidance materially outweigh the noted challenges.View all CRAI earnings summariesCRAI Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$245.00
▲(38.05% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
3.74% Insiders
24.29% Mutual Funds
7.89% Other Institutional Investors
50.71% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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