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Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI)
NASDAQ:CRAI
Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 31, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.84Last Year’s EPS
1.83Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 01, 2025
|% Change Since: 13.36%
|Next Earnings Date:Jul 31, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call highlighted robust revenue growth and record-setting profitability. Significant achievements were noted in international expansion, practice-specific successes, and strategic collaborations. However, challenges included a decrease in consultant headcount and restructuring efforts. Despite these issues, the positive developments and strong financial performance led to an overall positive sentiment.Company Guidance
During the first quarter of fiscal 2025, Charles River Associates (CRA) reported record financial results with a 5.9% year-over-year increase in revenue to $181.9 million, marking the highest quarterly revenue in the company's history. The company experienced broad-based contributions with five practices growing year-over-year, and four practices—energy, finance, intellectual property, and life sciences—posting double-digit revenue growth. CRA's international operations led with nearly 20% year-over-year revenue growth. Non-GAAP net income, earnings per diluted share, and EBITDA increased by 11%, 13%, and 11% year-over-year, respectively, setting new quarterly records. Consultant headcount decreased by 5% compared to the first quarter of 2024, while consulting utilization improved to 76%. The company reaffirmed its full-year financial guidance for fiscal 2025, expecting revenue between $715 million and $725 million and a non-GAAP EBITDA margin of 12% to 13%.Record-Breaking Quarterly Revenue
CRA delivered record financial results with revenue increasing by 5.9% year-over-year to $181.9 million, marking the highest quarterly revenue in the company's history.
Strong Geographic Expansion
International operations led the way with nearly 20% year-over-year revenue growth, demonstrating successful geographic expansion.
Robust Profitability Growth
Non-GAAP net income, earnings per diluted share, and EBITDA increased year-over-year by 11%, 13%, and 11% respectively, each setting a new quarterly record.
Antitrust & Competition Economics Success
The practice posted a new high for quarterly revenue, reflecting continued demand for antitrust services and ongoing merger-related activity.
Life Sciences and Energy Practice Growth
Both practices reported double-digit revenue growth, contributing to the management consulting services' 10% year-over-year revenue increase.
Successful Project Collaborations
Notable project collaborations across practices included work for Microsoft on its partnership with OpenAI, leading to a favorable decision from the U.K. Competition and Market Authority.
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 01, 2025 | $161.77 | $166.01 | +2.62% |
Feb 20, 2025 | $188.44 | $209.87 | +11.37% |
Oct 31, 2024 | $192.78 | $180.73 | -6.25% |
Aug 01, 2024 | $173.01 | $150.76 | -12.86% |
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FAQ
When does Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI) report earnings?
Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI) earnings time?
Cra Internationalinc. (CRAI) earnings time is at Jul 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is CRAI EPS forecast?
CRAI EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 1.84.