CRAI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRAI - CRA International, Inc.
$146.79
0.84 (0.58%)
▲
5d:
+2.67%
30d:
+2.02%
90d:
-10.49%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
25d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRAI trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -5.9% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRAI trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -5.9% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$259.17
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$160.92
8.8% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 18.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRAI is currently trading at $146.79, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $142.11 to $148.05. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.2) compared to its historical average (18.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.9% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $142.37, while resistance sits at $154.24.
Market Sentiment: CRAI has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.50 (+72.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $142.37, while resistance sits at $154.24.
Market Sentiment: CRAI has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.50 (+72.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$142.11 -
$148.05
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
76.2%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 72.0% below Wall St target ($252.50)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$142.11 -
$148.05
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$142.37
Resistance Level
$154.24
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.24
Wall Street Target
$252.50
(+72.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-35.5%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.2 vs 18.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$138.13
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$129.98
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$122.31
(-17%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→18)
$146.89
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.1%)
$295.23
(+101%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.2, Growth: 12.1%)
$206.55
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.0, Growth: 12.1%)
$175.57
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.24 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.21
Bull Case
$214.50
(+46%)
Analyst growth 33.6%, PE expands to 22.3
Base Case
$195.00
(+33%)
Market implied 33.6%, PE stable at 20.2
Bear Case
$99.25
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 15.2 to 18.3
Stabilization Target:
$176.29
(+20.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+20.1%
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Last updated: July 04, 2026 6:39 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
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Sells
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