HCKT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HCKT - Hackett Group Inc (The).
$18.25
-0.28 (-1.51%)
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HOLD
LOW Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 17, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: HCKT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: HCKT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$27.76
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$17.24
Trading above fair value
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 11.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HCKT is currently trading at $18.25, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $19.23 to $20.35. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.9) is in line with its historical norms (11.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $18.18. 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 (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Implied Volatility is high (81th percentile), indicating expensive options premiums. This environment often favors selling options or covered calls to generate income. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $28.33 (+52.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $18.18. 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 (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Implied Volatility is high (81th percentile), indicating expensive options premiums. This environment often favors selling options or covered calls to generate income. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $28.33 (+52.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$19.23 -
$20.35
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
81th percentile
(EVENT RISK)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
64.2%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Options expensive (IV 81th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 52.9% below Wall St target ($28.33)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -7.1% 5-day decline
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$19.23 -
$20.35
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.84
(10.1%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$18.18
Resistance Level
$20.40
Current Trend
Sideways
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.94
Wall Street Target
$28.33
(+52.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-7.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-71.0%
Profit Margin
3.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.9 vs 11.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$18.10
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$17.69
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$17.28
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→12)
$18.48
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: 10.0%)
$50.20
(+171%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.9, Growth: 10.0%)
$24.63
(+33%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.3, Growth: 10.0%)
$20.94
(+13%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 11.34 | Forward EPS (Implied): $1.63
Bull Case
$22.37
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 11.9
Base Case
$18.53
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 11.3
Bear Case
$14.18
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 10.2
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 10.9 to 11.7
Stabilization Target:
$19.81
(+6.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+6.9%
Last updated: January 30, 2026 5:39 PM ET
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