CRAI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRAI - CRA International, Inc.
$144.07
3.79 (2.70%)
▲
5d:
-2.49%
30d:
-2.25%
90d:
-8.73%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 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
$262.00
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$162.68
11.4% 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 18.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRAI is currently trading at $144.07, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $142.44 to $148.61. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.0) compared to its historical average (18.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $142.37. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CRAI has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.50 (+75.3%). 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 downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $142.37. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CRAI has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.50 (+75.3%). 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
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$142.44 -
$148.61
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
50.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 75.3% below Wall St target ($252.50)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$142.44 -
$148.61
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
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.)
14.96
Wall Street Target
$252.50
(+75.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-35.5%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.0 vs 18.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$134.27
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$125.14
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$116.63
(-19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→19)
$144.28
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.1%)
$295.23
(+105%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.0, Growth: 12.1%)
$202.72
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.7, Growth: 12.1%)
$172.31
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.46 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.21
Bull Case
$206.17
(+43%)
Analyst growth 33.6%, PE expands to 21.4
Base Case
$187.43
(+30%)
Market implied 33.6%, PE stable at 19.5
Bear Case
$95.39
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.5
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 15.0 to 18.5
Stabilization Target:
$178.22
(+23.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+23.7%
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Last updated: June 24, 2026 6:26 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
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