CR2 Stock Chart & Stats
€133.00
€3.00(1.72%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€133.00
€3.00(1.72%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€117.00 - €191.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
€964.74M
Enterprise Value€1.34K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€32.50M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€280.13M
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.3
Beta0.33
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
1.88Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)7.28
Shares Outstanding6,463,038
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.18
Price to Book (P/B)6.23
Price to Sales (P/S)1.77
P/FCF Ratio71.76
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€215.18Price Target Upside61.79% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)7.56
Revenue Forecast (FY)€704.46M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Record Revenue GrowthSustained double-digit top-line growth and a record quarter indicate durable demand for CRA's consulting services across cycles. Strong revenue expands scale, supports higher fixed-cost absorption, funds investments in senior talent, and underpins multi-quarter margin and backlog resilience.
Diversified Practice StrengthBroad-based growth across multiple practice areas reduces client and industry concentration risk. Diversification supports steadier utilization, cross-selling opportunities, and defensive revenue during sector-specific downturns, improving durability of cash flows and long-term margins.
International ExpansionRapid international growth enlarges addressable markets and reduces dependence on North American cycles. Geographic diversification helps smooth revenue volatility, leverages global expertise, and creates long-term client relationships that support sustainable growth and margin improvement.
Bears Say
Margin Distortions From Noncash ItemsA large and rising noncash amortization item materially compresses reported EBITDA margins and obscures operating profitability. Persistent non-operating adjustments complicate trend analysis and may mask true cash economics, making margin sustainability harder to assess.
Elevated Net DebtMaterial rise in borrowings and seasonally elevated net debt reduces financial flexibility and raises refinancing and covenant risk if cash generation remains weak. Higher leverage constrains discretionary investment and amplifies downside during slower demand periods.
Weak Cash GenerationThe swing to negative operating and free cash flow in the trailing twelve months signals working-capital stress and weaker cash conversion. This undermines the firm's ability to self-fund talent investment and shareholder returns, increasing reliance on external liquidity over several quarters.
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CR2 FAQ
What was CRA International’s price range in the past 12 months?
CRA International lowest stock price was €117.00 and its highest was €191.00 in the past 12 months.
What is CRA International’s market cap?
CRA International’s market cap is €964.74M.
When is CRA International’s upcoming earnings report date?
CRA International’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 8 days.
How were CRA International’s earnings last quarter?
CRA International released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported €1.747 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of €1.775 by -€0.028.
Is CRA International overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts CRA International’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does CRA International pay dividends?
CRA International does not currently pay dividends.
What is CRA International’s EPS estimate?
CRA International’s EPS estimate is 1.88.
How many shares outstanding does CRA International have?
CRA International has 6,463,038 shares outstanding.
What happened to CRA International’s price movement after its last earnings report?
CRA International reported an EPS of €1.747 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of €1.775. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.882%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CRA International?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:CR2
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Cra International Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
€215.18 (61.79% Upside)
€215.18 (61.79% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bearish
DE:CR2 Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
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News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-4.49%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.27%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
12.19%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
CRA International
CRA International, Inc., along with its affiliated entities, delivers specialized advisory services across the domains of economics, finance, and management in the United States, the United Kingdom, and globally. The firm provides expert guidance to clients on economic and financial considerations arising from legal disputes and regulatory challenges. Additionally, it collaborates with corporations to address matters of business strategy and operational effectiveness. Its comprehensive consulting offerings encompass in-depth research and analysis, expert witness testimony, and robust support for corporate clients and legal practitioners navigating litigation and regulatory proceedings. These services cover critical areas such as finance, accounting, economics, insurance, and forensic accounting and investigations. Moreover, CRA International's management consulting capabilities are extensive, covering areas like strategy formulation, performance enhancement, corporate strategic planning, portfolio analysis, market demand forecasting, new product pricing strategies, valuation of intellectual property and other assets, competitive intelligence, and the evaluation of new supply chain opportunities. The company's clientele spans numerous industries, including communications and media; consumer, health, and wellness products; energy; entertainment and leisure; financial services; healthcare; life sciences; manufacturing; natural resources; retail and distribution; technology; and transportation. Established in 1965, CRA International, Inc. is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
CR2 Company Deck
CR2 Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call reflects strong, broad-based top-line growth (10.5% YoY) with record quarterly revenue, improved utilization, robust international expansion (+20.3% YoY), and solid non-GAAP EBITDA (11.5%). Management is actively investing in talent ($62.3M) and returning capital to shareholders while expanding credit capacity. Principal near-term negatives include a sizable rise in noncash forgivable loan amortization (+53% YoY) that reduced reported EBITDA, a $2.6M restructuring charge, an elevated effective tax rate, and net debt that increased due to seasonal bonus-funded borrowings. Management reaffirmed full-year guidance and emphasized confidence in demand and AI as a growth amplifier.View all DE:CR2 earnings summariesCR2 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€215.18
▲(61.79% Upside)
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