CRAI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRAI - CRA International, Inc.
$139.58
0.46 (0.33%)
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5d:
-13.74%
30d:
-15.25%
90d:
-24.54%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 8, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 07, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: CRAI is down 13.7% 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: CRAI is down 13.7% 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
$266.94
Based on 7.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$165.75
15.8% 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 19.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRAI is currently trading at $139.58, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $151.16 to $164.86. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.7) compared to its historical average (19.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.9% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $134.47, while resistance sits at $165.65.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.50 (+80.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRAI is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $134.47, while resistance sits at $165.65.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.50 (+80.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$151.16 -
$164.86
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 80.9% below Wall St target ($252.50)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -13.7% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$151.16 -
$164.86
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$134.47
Resistance Level
$165.65
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 8, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.68
Wall Street Target
$252.50
(+80.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-35.5%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.7 vs 19.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$127.16
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$115.84
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$105.53
(-24%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→19)
$139.49
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 11.4%)
$288.81
(+107%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.7, Growth: 11.4%)
$193.20
(+38%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.5, Growth: 11.4%)
$164.22
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.30 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.21
Bull Case
$201.85
(+45%)
Analyst growth 31.9%, PE expands to 21.2
Base Case
$183.50
(+32%)
Market implied 31.9%, PE stable at 19.3
Bear Case
$94.60
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.4
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 14.7 to 19.4
Stabilization Target:
$184.49
(+32.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+32.2%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 08, 2026 8:11 PM ET
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Technical Signals Check
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
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