HURN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HURN - Huron Consulting Group Inc.
$111.23
5.38 (5.08%)
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5d:
+11.22%
30d:
+1.64%
90d:
-7.75%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
16d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: HURN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 10.5% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: HURN shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 10.5% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$234.00
Based on 9.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$145.30
23.4% 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 14.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HURN is currently trading at $111.23, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $95.26 to $109.00. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 10.4) compared to its historical average (14.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 10.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 0.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HURN is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $112.40. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 5.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: HURN has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $184.25 (+74.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HURN is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $112.40. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 5.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: HURN has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $184.25 (+74.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$95.26 -
$109.00
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+5.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 74.1% below Wall St target ($184.25)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$95.26 -
$109.00
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$8.88
(8.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$102.28
Resistance Level
$112.40
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.36
Wall Street Target
$184.25
(+74.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
0.8%
Profit Margin
6.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-10.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.4 vs 14.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-10.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$95.27
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$85.74
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$77.16
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→14)
$107.26
(+1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 15.6%)
$344.16
(+225%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.4, Growth: 15.6%)
$163.69
(+55%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.8, Growth: 15.6%)
$139.14
(+31%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.52 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.85
Bull Case
$196.96
(+86%)
Analyst growth 74.7%, PE expands to 19.3
Base Case
$179.05
(+69%)
Market implied 74.7%, PE stable at 17.5
Bear Case
$69.71
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.9
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 10.4 to 14.4
Stabilization Target:
$147.14
(+39.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+39.0%
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Last updated: July 13, 2026 4:22 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
4
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Ekta Singh-Bushell
SELL
126 shares
2026-04-02
Debra Zumwalt
SELL
170 shares
2026-04-02
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SELL
500 shares
2026-04-01
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