Hackett Group Inc (The). (HCKT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$13.44
+0.02 (+0.15%)
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5d:
+1.2%
30d:
+18.83%
90d:
+26.08%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (30%)
Quality Score
30/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$11.27 – $13.13
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
8.4x
FAIR
vs 7.9x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$17.33
+29.0% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$12.53 / $14.55
Trend: Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
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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
$17.35
Based on 6.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$10.77
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 7.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HCKT is currently trading at $13.44, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $11.27 to $13.13. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.4) is in line with its historical norms (7.9). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.0% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $12.53, while resistance sits at $14.54.
Market Sentiment: HCKT scores 5/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.33 (+29.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $12.53, while resistance sits at $14.54.
Market Sentiment: HCKT scores 5/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.33 (+29.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$11.27 -
$13.13
Company Quality Score
30/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
29.5%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$11.27 -
$13.13
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support Level
$12.53
Resistance Level
$14.55
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 12, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (5/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 29.0% below Wall St target ($17.33)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 30/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.40
Wall Street Target
$17.33
(+29.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
55.6%
Profit Margin
6.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.0% premium
PE vs Historical
8.4 vs 7.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.71
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$13.98
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$14.26
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→8)
PE COMPRESSION
$13.41
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 9.1%)
$41.25
(+207%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.4, Growth: 9.1%)
$17.45
(+30%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.1, Growth: 9.1%)
$14.83
(+10%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.45 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.69
Bull Case
$29.52
(+120%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 21.4
Base Case
$26.84
(+100%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 19.5
Bear Case
$9.13
(-32%)
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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