Equity Profile

CRAI

CRA International, Inc.

IndustrialsResearch & Consulting Services$1.1B

Aug6Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

CRAI International, Inc. is a consulting firm that provides expert analysis and solutions in various industries, including industrials....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well CRAI has managed costs and generated income this quarter.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is essential to assess the company's ability to attract and retain clients in a competitive market.

N/A

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CRAI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

CRAI International, Inc. is a consulting firm that provides expert analysis and solutions in various industries, including industrials. With a market cap of $1 billion, the company plays a crucial role in helping businesses make informed decisions, especially in a rapidly changing economic environment.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.53%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.48%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, CRAI reported an EPS of $1.99, slightly missing the estimate of $2.02, leading to an 8.86% drop in stock price the following day. The company has shown volatility in its earnings history, with significant surprises in previous quarters.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about CRAI's upcoming earnings report, especially given its history of beating EPS estimates. However, the recent miss has raised concerns about the company's growth trajectory.

Bull Case

If CRAI can demonstrate strong revenue growth and exceed EPS expectations, it could restore investor confidence and drive the stock price higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it may indicate deeper issues with client retention or market demand, leading to further declines in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for the upcoming quarter?

The EPS figure will be crucial in determining whether CRAI can regain investor confidence after the recent miss.

What are the revenue growth figures compared to last year?

Revenue growth will indicate the company's ability to attract new clients and retain existing ones, which is vital for future performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate CRAI's ability to rebound from its recent miss, as historical patterns show a strong recovery potential following earnings surprises.

Supporting Evidence

CRAI has a 75% EPS beat rate historically, indicating a strong likelihood of exceeding expectations.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that traders are anticipating significant volatility.

Previous quarters show that the stock often rebounds after initial negative reactions.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in above $2.10, it could significantly shift market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it follows a disappointing earnings report, and investors are looking for signs of recovery.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.10 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.90 would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing issues with profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.05%

Historical Avg

±6.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±18.1% while CRAI has averaged ±6.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

48.6%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If CRAI beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.10%, confirming a positive trend.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may see limited movement as investors digest the news.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around 2.20%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on client acquisition and retention strategies.
2Details on revenue growth compared to the same quarter last year.
3Management's outlook on market conditions and competitive landscape.
4Insights into operational efficiencies and cost management.
5Any changes in guidance or expectations for the upcoming quarters.

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Company Snapshot

CRAI International, Inc. is a consulting firm that provides expert analysis and solutions in various industries, including industrials....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well CRAI has managed costs and generated income this quarter.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is essential to assess the company's ability to attract and retain clients in a competitive market.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

CRAI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.53%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.48%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If CRAI can demonstrate strong revenue growth and exceed EPS expectations, it could restore investor confidence and drive the stock price higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it may indicate deeper issues with client retention or market demand, leading to further declines in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for the upcoming quarter?

The EPS figure will be crucial in determining whether CRAI can regain investor confidence after the recent miss.

What are the revenue growth figures compared to last year?

Revenue growth will indicate the company's ability to attract new clients and retain existing ones, which is vital for future performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate CRAI's ability to rebound from its recent miss, as historical patterns show a strong recovery potential following earnings surprises.

Supporting Evidence

CRAI has a 75% EPS beat rate historically, indicating a strong likelihood of exceeding expectations.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that traders are anticipating significant volatility.

Previous quarters show that the stock often rebounds after initial negative reactions.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in above $2.10, it could significantly shift market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it follows a disappointing earnings report, and investors are looking for signs of recovery.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.10 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.90 would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing issues with profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.05%

Historical Avg

±6.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±18.1% while CRAI has averaged ±6.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

48.6%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If CRAI beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.10%, confirming a positive trend.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may see limited movement as investors digest the news.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around 2.20%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on client acquisition and retention strategies.
2Details on revenue growth compared to the same quarter last year.
3Management's outlook on market conditions and competitive landscape.
4Insights into operational efficiencies and cost management.
5Any changes in guidance or expectations for the upcoming quarters.