HCKT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HCKT - Hackett Group Inc (The).
$10.61
0.53 (5.26%)
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5d:
-2.57%
30d:
-2.84%
90d:
-14.71%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
20d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: HCKT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: HCKT 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
$20.29
Based on 7.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.60
15.8% 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 8.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HCKT is currently trading at $10.61, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.36 to $11.02. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 6.4) compared to its historical average (8.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 54.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $10.58. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 5.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: HCKT 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 $17.67 (+66.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $10.58. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 5.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: HCKT 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 $17.67 (+66.5%). 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
$10.36 -
$11.02
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+5.3%)
- BULLISH: Trading 66.5% below Wall St target ($17.67)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$10.36 -
$11.02
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$10.58
Resistance Level
$12.20
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.37
Wall Street Target
$17.67
(+66.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-11.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
54.5%
Profit Margin
4.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
6.4 vs 8.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$9.64
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$8.77
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$7.97
(-25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→9)
$10.63
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 11.0%)
$49.60
(+367%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.4, Growth: 11.0%)
$14.51
(+37%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.4, Growth: 11.0%)
$12.33
(+16%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (6x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.38 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.52
Bull Case
$22.18
(+109%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 21.3
Base Case
$20.16
(+90%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 19.4
Bear Case
$6.85
(-35%)
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 6.4 to 8.5
Stabilization Target:
$14.15
(+33.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+33.4%
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Last updated: July 13, 2026 10:33 PM ET
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