HURN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HURN - Huron Consulting Group Inc.
$97.16
0.78 (0.81%)
▲
5d:
+5.37%
30d:
-8.86%
90d:
-24.23%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
26d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HURN trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -13.3% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HURN trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -13.3% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$237.25
Based on 9.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$147.32
34.0% 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 14.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HURN is currently trading at $97.16, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $95.83 to $109.50. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.5) compared to its historical average (14.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 13.3% 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 (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $184.25 (+89.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
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 (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $184.25 (+89.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$95.83 -
$109.50
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
31th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.7%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 31th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 89.6% below Wall St target ($184.25)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$95.83 -
$109.50
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$8.13
(8.4%)
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.)
9.51
Wall Street Target
$184.25
(+89.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
0.8%
Profit Margin
6.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-13.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.5 vs 14.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-13.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$87.44
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$78.70
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$70.83
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→15)
$108.75
(+12%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 15.6%)
$344.16
(+254%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.5, Growth: 15.6%)
$150.25
(+55%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.1, Growth: 15.6%)
$127.71
(+31%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.48 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.85
Bull Case
$185.18
(+91%)
Analyst growth 74.7%, PE expands to 18.1
Base Case
$168.34
(+73%)
Market implied 74.7%, PE stable at 16.5
Bear Case
$65.54
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.0
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 9.5 to 14.6
Stabilization Target:
$149.18
(+53.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+53.5%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
6
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
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SELL
126 shares
2026-04-02
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SELL
170 shares
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SELL
500 shares
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