HCKT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HCKT - Hackett Group Inc (The).
$10.84
-0.17 (-1.54%)
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5d:
+3.44%
30d:
-6.07%
90d:
-16.03%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HCKT appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -8.7% annual earnings decline despite 54% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HCKT appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -8.7% annual earnings decline despite 54% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$20.53
Based on 7.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.75
15.0% 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 8.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HCKT is currently trading at $10.84, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.55 to $11.33. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 6.5) compared to its historical average (8.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 54.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $10.58. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: HCKT 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 $17.67 (+63.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HCKT is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $10.58. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: HCKT 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 $17.67 (+63.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$10.55 -
$11.33
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 63.0% below Wall St target ($17.67)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$10.55 -
$11.33
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$10.58
Resistance Level
$12.20
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.51
Wall Street Target
$17.67
(+63.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-11.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
54.5%
Profit Margin
4.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
6.5 vs 8.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$9.90
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$9.04
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$8.25
(-24%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→9)
$10.90
(+1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 11.0%)
$49.60
(+358%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.5, Growth: 11.0%)
$14.83
(+37%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.5, Growth: 11.0%)
$12.60
(+16%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (7x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.17 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.52
Bull Case
$24.22
(+124%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 23.3
Base Case
$22.02
(+103%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 21.2
Bear Case
$7.49
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.0
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 6.5 to 8.6
Stabilization Target:
$14.32
(+32.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+32.1%
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Last updated: July 04, 2026 10:41 AM ET
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