HURN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HURN - Huron Consulting Group Inc.
$92.02
1.53 (1.70%)
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5d:
-14.09%
30d:
-12.62%
90d:
-28.83%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: HURN is down 14.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: HURN is down 14.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$242.13
Based on 9.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$150.34
38.8% 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 14.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HURN is currently trading at $92.02, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $99.93 to $110.94. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.8) compared to its historical average (14.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 16.0% 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 currently testing key support at $102.28. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (26th 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 (+103.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HURN is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $102.28. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (26th 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 (+103.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$99.93 -
$110.94
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
26th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.5%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 26th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 103.6% below Wall St target ($184.25)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -14.1% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$99.93 -
$110.94
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$7.33
(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.)
8.85
Wall Street Target
$184.25
(+103.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
0.8%
Profit Margin
6.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-16.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.9 vs 14.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-16.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$81.43
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$73.29
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$65.96
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→15)
$110.99
(+23%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 15.6%)
$344.16
(+280%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.9, Growth: 15.6%)
$139.92
(+55%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.5, Growth: 15.6%)
$118.93
(+31%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.48 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.85
Bull Case
$174.00
(+92%)
Analyst growth 74.7%, PE expands to 17.0
Base Case
$158.18
(+75%)
Market implied 74.7%, PE stable at 15.5
Bear Case
$61.58
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.2
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 8.9 to 14.9
Stabilization Target:
$152.25
(+68.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+68.3%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
6
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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