FTI Consulting (FCN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$198.62
+1.41 (+0.71%)
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5d:
+1.34%
30d:
+41.78%
90d:
+30.8%
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Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Updated Nov 12, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (34%)
Quality Score
34/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$140.62 – $188.30
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
17.8x
STRETCHED
vs 15.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$174.50
-12.1% vs target
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$181.17 / $202.30
Trend: Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$259.66
Based on 8.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$161.23
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 15.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FCN is currently trading at $198.62, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $140.62 to $188.30. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 17.8) compared to its historical average (15.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.1% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FCN is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $202.30. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: FCN scores 0/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $174.50. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FCN is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $202.30. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: FCN scores 0/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $174.50. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$140.62 -
$188.30
Company Quality Score
34/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
33.5%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$140.62 -
$188.30
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$9.74
(4.9%)
Support Level
$181.17
Resistance Level
$202.30
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 12, 2026
Protect Your Profits
FCN is technically overbought (RSI 81). Consider hedging now to protect against a potential pullback while keeping your upside.
View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+5.5% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (0/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 12.1% above Wall St target ($174.50)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 5.1% growth with 5.9% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 34/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.83
Wall Street Target
$174.50
(-12.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-9.6%
Profit Margin
5.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.1% premium
PE vs Historical
17.8 vs 15.4
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$208.75
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$219.40
(+11%)
3-Year Target
$230.59
(+16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→15)
PE COMPRESSION
$199.11
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 13.4%)
$322.93
(+63%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.8, Growth: 13.4%)
$290.00
(+46%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.2, Growth: 13.4%)
$246.50
(+24%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (25x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 24.56 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.03
Bull Case
$300.86
(+52%)
Analyst growth 38.7%, PE expands to 27.0
Base Case
$273.51
(+38%)
Market implied 38.7%, PE stable at 24.6
Bear Case
$134.10
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bearish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Aug 1, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Bearish sentiment dominates $FCN on StockTwits due to missed adjusted-EPS and margin pressure, despite inline revenue and near-consensus sales.
Key Retail Themes:
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