Hackett Group Inc (The). (HCKT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HCKT - Hackett Group Inc (The).
$10.78
-0.19 (-1.73%)
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5d:
+7.48%
30d:
-1.55%
90d:
-1.01%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
30d
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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
$17.90
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$11.12
3.0% 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 8.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HCKT is currently trading at $10.78, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.31 to $11.25. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 6.8) compared to its historical average (8.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 193.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $11.08. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: HCKT scores 67/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.67 (+54.6%). 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 showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $11.08. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: HCKT scores 67/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.67 (+54.6%). 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
$10.31 -
$11.25
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (67/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 54.6% below Wall St target ($16.67)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 17% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$10.31 -
$11.25
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.63
Resistance Level
$11.08
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.77
Wall Street Target
$16.67
(+54.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-12.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
193.2%
Profit Margin
5.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
6.8 vs 8.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$10.21
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$9.67
(-10%)
3-Year Target
$9.16
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→8)
$10.83
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 10.1%)
$43.42
(+303%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.8, Growth: 10.1%)
$14.40
(+34%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.8, Growth: 10.1%)
$12.24
(+14%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (7x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.41 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.63
Bull Case
$24.13
(+124%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 19.2
Base Case
$21.94
(+104%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 17.4
Bear Case
$7.46
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.8
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 6.8 to 8.0
Stabilization Target:
$12.75
(+18.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.2%
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