CRAI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRAI - CRA International, Inc.
$180.37
1.34 (0.75%)
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5d:
+3.86%
30d:
+22.87%
90d:
+11.47%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
2d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CRAI shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.7% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CRAI shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.7% growth. Moderate conviction.
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 $180.37, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $150.30 to $177.55. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 18.6) is in line with its historical norms (18.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.7% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $150.13, while resistance sits at $194.39.
Market Sentiment: CRAI has a strong technical setup (75/100), 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 (+41.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $150.13, while resistance sits at $194.39.
Market Sentiment: CRAI has a strong technical setup (75/100), 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 (+41.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$150.30 -
$177.55
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
65.2%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 41.0% below Wall St target ($252.50)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 0.7% growth with 10.5% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$150.30 -
$177.55
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$150.13
Resistance Level
$194.39
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.58
Wall Street Target
$252.50
(+41.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-35.5%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.7% premium
PE vs Historical
18.6 vs 18.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$180.28
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$181.55
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$182.82
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19→18)
PE COMPRESSION
$179.03
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 12.1%)
$281.00
(+57%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.6, Growth: 12.1%)
$251.92
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.8, Growth: 12.1%)
$214.13
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (26x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 26.39 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.97
Bull Case
$279.66
(+56%)
Analyst growth 38.2%, PE expands to 29.0
Base Case
$254.24
(+42%)
Market implied 38.2%, PE stable at 26.4
Bear Case
$125.09
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Jonathan D Yellin
SELL
2250 shares
2026-03-05
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