Fti Consulting (FCN)
NYSE:FCN
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 23, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
2.26Last Year’s EPS
2.13Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call communicated a generally positive operational story: company revenues grew 9.5% YoY with standout performance in Corporate Finance and Strategic Communications, solid cash generation improvement and continued share buybacks and hiring to expand capabilities. Offsetting these positives were meaningful margin compression at the consolidated level, a notable earnings drag and multi-quarter rebuild required in Economic Consulting (Compass Lexecon), higher SG&A and direct costs, and a temporary rise in net debt. Management maintained full-year guidance and emphasized long-term opportunity through talent investments, but near-term profitability and Compass Lexecon remediation are key risks to monitor.Company Guidance
Company-wide Revenue Growth
Q1 2026 revenues of $983.3M, up $85.1M or 9.5% YoY (ex-FX increase of $60.8M or 6.8%). Company grew close to double-digit revenue this quarter and maintained full-year 2026 guidance of $3.94B–$4.10B.
Strong Corporate Finance Performance
Corporate Finance revenues $409.5M, up 19.2% YoY (ex-FX +16.7%). Segment operating income rose to $85.2M from $41.0M; adjusted segment EBITDA $88.7M or 21.6% of segment revenues vs $55.9M (16.3%) prior year. Key drivers: turnaround & restructuring +19%, transactions +18%, transformation +20%; million-plus engagements nearly doubled YoY.
Record Strategic Communications Quarter
Strategic Communications record revenues $103.0M, up 18.4% YoY (ex-FX +14.5%). Segment operating income $20.8M vs $8.7M prior year. Adjusted segment EBITDA $21.9M or 21.3% of segment revenues vs $12.9M (14.8%) prior year, reflecting strong event-driven higher-margin work (crisis, cyber, transactions, activism).
Technology Segment Growth and Strength in AI/Privacy
Technology revenues $102.3M, up 5.3% YoY (ex-FX +2.8%) with higher demand for litigation, information governance, privacy and security services. Segment adjusted EBITDA $11.8M (11.6% of revenues), sequential revenues +3.3%, and the business positioned to support AI-related client needs.
Improved Operating Cash Use and Active Buybacks
Net cash used in operating activities improved to $310M from $455.2M a year earlier. Repurchased 787,098 shares for $126.8M at an average price of $161.11; approximately $354.9M remaining under the repurchase program.
Per-Share Metrics and Share Count Reduction
Weighted average shares outstanding decreased 14.6% to 30.3M (from 35.5M), supporting EPS of $1.90 vs $1.74 prior year despite lower net income; continued focus on shareholder returns via buybacks.
Talent Investment and Global Capability Expansion
Continued senior hiring: 85 senior hires in 2025 and 29 SMD/affiliate hires YTD in 2026 (Australia, Middle East, and key adjacencies). Company emphasized expanded global capabilities (e.g., cyber, transactions, restructuring) and plans to increase junior hiring in H2 2026.
FCN Earnings History
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FCN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Apr 30, 2026 | $179.33 | $179.30 | -0.02% |
Feb 26, 2026 | $159.98 | $168.11 | +5.08% |
Oct 23, 2025 | $155.79 | $153.70 | -1.34% |
Jul 24, 2025 | $167.55 | $173.49 | +3.55% |
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FAQ
When does Fti Consulting (FCN) report earnings?
Fti Consulting (FCN) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 23, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is FCN EPS forecast?
FCN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 2.26.