CRAI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRAI - CRA International, Inc.
$169.01
8.37 (5.21%)
▲
5d:
+12.71%
30d:
+13.37%
90d:
+5.49%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
15d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: CRAI is 9.2% above its trading range ($154.84). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: CRAI is 9.2% above its trading range ($154.84). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$257.76
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$160.05
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 $169.01, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $141.94 to $154.84. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.5) is in line with its historical norms (18.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $154.24. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 5.2% recently.
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 (+49.4%). 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 approaching resistance at $154.24. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 5.2% recently.
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 (+49.4%). 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$141.94 -
$154.84
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
61.9%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+9.2% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+5.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 49.4% below Wall St target ($252.50)
- CAUTION: Extended 9.2% above its trading range - wait for pullback
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$141.94 -
$154.84
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
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.)
17.54
Wall Street Target
$252.50
(+49.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-35.5%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.5 vs 18.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$166.98
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$164.98
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$163.00
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→18)
$169.09
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.1%)
$295.23
(+75%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.5, Growth: 12.1%)
$237.82
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.9, Growth: 12.1%)
$202.14
(+20%)
📈
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: 22.28 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.21
Bull Case
$236.10
(+40%)
Analyst growth 33.6%, PE expands to 24.5
Base Case
$214.63
(+27%)
Market implied 33.6%, PE stable at 22.3
Bear Case
$109.24
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 17.5 to 18.2
Stabilization Target:
$175.33
(+3.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.7%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: July 14, 2026 9:01 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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