CRA International (CRAI) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRAI - CRA International, Inc.
$170.38
-5.39 (-3.07%)
▼
5d:
+5.13%
30d:
-0.35%
90d:
+13.62%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
25d
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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
$259.13
Based on 8.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$160.90
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 18.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRAI is currently trading at $170.38, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $162.75 to $171.99. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.8) is in line with its historical norms (18.1). 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 strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $156.97, while resistance sits at $176.88. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRAI scores 61/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $250.50 (+47.0%). 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 strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $156.97, while resistance sits at $176.88. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRAI scores 61/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $250.50 (+47.0%). 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 HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$162.75 -
$171.99
Company Quality Score
66/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (61/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 47.0% below Wall St target ($250.50)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 15% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$162.75 -
$171.99
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$156.97
Resistance Level
$176.88
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.82
Wall Street Target
$250.50
(+47.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
17.5%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.8 vs 18.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$169.53
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$168.68
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$167.84
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→18)
$170.51
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 12.9%)
$280.81
(+65%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.8, Growth: 12.9%)
$245.24
(+44%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.1, Growth: 12.9%)
$208.45
(+22%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.81 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.06
Bull Case
$229.41
(+35%)
Analyst growth 18.7%, PE expands to 24.0
Base Case
$208.55
(+22%)
Market implied 18.7%, PE stable at 21.8
Bear Case
$119.52
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.5
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 17.8 to 18.1
Stabilization Target:
$173.10
(+1.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.6%
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