CRAI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRAI - CRA International, Inc.
$170.98
-1.50 (-0.87%)
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5d:
+0.17%
30d:
-5.46%
90d:
+20.79%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CRAI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CRAI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$260.56
Based on 8.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$161.79
Trading above historical range
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 18.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRAI is currently trading at $170.98, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $168.65 to $179.60. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.9) is in line with its historical norms (18.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 17.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $169.64. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $250.50 (+46.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $169.64. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $250.50 (+46.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$168.65 -
$179.60
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 46.5% below Wall St target ($250.50)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (40/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$168.65 -
$179.60
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$169.64
Resistance Level
$180.00
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.88
Wall Street Target
$250.50
(+46.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
17.5%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.9 vs 18.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$170.13
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$169.27
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$168.43
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→18)
$171.45
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 12.9%)
$278.47
(+63%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.9, Growth: 12.9%)
$246.10
(+44%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.2, Growth: 12.9%)
$209.19
(+22%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 23.25 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.42
Bull Case
$244.53
(+43%)
Analyst growth 28.9%, PE expands to 25.6
Base Case
$222.30
(+30%)
Market implied 28.9%, PE stable at 23.3
Bear Case
$117.29
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.8
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 17.9 to 18.2
Stabilization Target:
$174.05
(+1.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.8%
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Last updated: September 02, 2026 6:42 PM ET
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