FCN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FCN - FTI Consulting, Inc.
$143.76
-3.30 (-2.24%)
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5d:
-12.29%
30d:
-21.12%
90d:
-11.7%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 30, 2026
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Strength: 6.3/10
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Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: FCN is down 12.3% 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: FCN is down 12.3% 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
$325.57
Based on 11.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$202.15
28.9% 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 16.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FCN is currently trading at $143.76, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $162.49 to $186.27. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.0) compared to its historical average (16.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 9.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FCN is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $140.84. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $187.00 (+30.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FCN is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $140.84. 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $187.00 (+30.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$162.49 -
$186.27
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 30.1% below Wall St target ($187.00)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -12.3% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$162.49 -
$186.27
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$140.84
Resistance Level
$175.58
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.96
Wall Street Target
$187.00
(+30.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
9.2%
Profit Margin
6.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.0 vs 16.9
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$131.68
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$120.62
(-16%)
3-Year Target
$110.49
(-23%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→17)
$144.13
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 19.6%)
$418.73
(+191%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.0, Growth: 19.6%)
$245.80
(+71%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.0, Growth: 19.6%)
$208.93
(+45%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.51 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.40
Bull Case
$213.70
(+49%)
Analyst growth 32.1%, PE expands to 19.3
Base Case
$194.27
(+35%)
Market implied 32.1%, PE stable at 17.5
Bear Case
$100.00
(-30%)
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 13.0 to 16.9
Stabilization Target:
$187.53
(+30.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+30.4%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
3
Buys
1
Sells
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Net
NEUTRAL
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