CRAI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRAI - CRA International, Inc.
$146.14
3.17 (2.22%)
▲
5d:
+5.36%
30d:
+0.61%
90d:
-6.61%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 26, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRAI trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRAI trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$260.59
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$161.80
9.7% 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 18.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRAI is currently trading at $146.14, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $142.45 to $148.38. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.2) compared to its historical average (18.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $142.37. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CRAI has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.50 (+72.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $142.37. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CRAI has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.50 (+72.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$142.45 -
$148.38
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 72.8% below Wall St target ($252.50)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$142.45 -
$148.38
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$142.37
Resistance Level
$154.24
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.17
Wall Street Target
$252.50
(+72.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-35.5%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.2 vs 18.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$137.08
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$128.58
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$120.61
(-18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→18)
$146.29
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.1%)
$295.23
(+102%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.2, Growth: 12.1%)
$205.64
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.9, Growth: 12.1%)
$174.79
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.86 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.20
Bull Case
$210.42
(+44%)
Analyst growth 33.8%, PE expands to 21.8
Base Case
$191.29
(+31%)
Market implied 33.8%, PE stable at 19.9
Bear Case
$97.22
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.9
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 15.2 to 18.4
Stabilization Target:
$177.25
(+21.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+21.3%
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Last updated: June 26, 2026 8:23 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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Buys
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Sells
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