Equity Profile

CRAI

CRA International, Inc.

IndustrialsResearch & Consulting Services$896.7M

Aug6Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

CRAI International, Inc. is a consulting firm that provides research and advisory services across various industries....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its business and attract new clients, which is vital for long-term success.

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CRAI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

CRAI International, Inc. is a consulting firm that provides research and advisory services across various industries. As part of the industrials sector, CRAI plays a crucial role in helping businesses make informed decisions based on data-driven insights, which is increasingly important in today's competitive landscape.

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, which resulted in an 8.86% drop in stock price the following day. This miss raised concerns about the company's growth trajectory.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are approaching CRAI's upcoming earnings with caution, especially after the recent earnings miss. The market is keen to see if the company can rebound and meet or exceed expectations this quarter.

Bull Case

If CRAI can deliver strong EPS and revenue growth, it may restore investor confidence and lead to a positive stock reaction, especially given its historical beat rate of 75%.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations again, it could signal deeper issues within the business, leading to further declines in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous quarters?

Given the recent earnings miss, the market will closely scrutinize EPS to gauge the company's financial health and growth potential.

What insights can management provide about revenue growth and client acquisition?

Understanding revenue growth will help investors assess whether CRAI is effectively expanding its business and attracting new clients.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate CRAI's potential for a rebound, as the company has historically shown resilience following earnings misses.

Supporting Evidence

CRAI has a 75% beat rate, suggesting it often exceeds expectations despite recent setbacks.

The stock's historical performance indicates that it can recover quickly from earnings misses, with an average 1-day move of +1.54% in similar situations.

Key Risk

If CRAI reports an EPS above $2.10, it could significantly shift market sentiment and validate a more optimistic outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are critical as they will determine whether CRAI can regain investor confidence after a disappointing previous quarter.

Bull Confirmed If

Delivering an EPS of $2.10 or higher would confirm a strong recovery and growth trajectory.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.90 would raise serious concerns about the company's performance and future prospects.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.05%

Historical Avg

±6.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move in either direction, indicating heightened uncertainty around the earnings report.

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 a potential stock increase of around 0.1%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may react neutrally as investors weigh future growth prospects.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 2.2%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's ability to deliver consistent performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on client acquisition and retention strategies.
2Management's commentary on market conditions and competitive landscape.
3Insights into operational efficiencies and cost management.
4Future guidance on revenue growth and profitability targets.
5Details on any new service offerings or market expansions.

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Company Snapshot

CRAI International, Inc. is a consulting firm that provides research and advisory services across various industries....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its business and attract new clients, which is vital for long-term success.

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 deliver strong EPS and revenue growth, it may restore investor confidence and lead to a positive stock reaction, especially given its historical beat rate of 75%.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations again, it could signal deeper issues within the business, leading to further declines in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous quarters?

Given the recent earnings miss, the market will closely scrutinize EPS to gauge the company's financial health and growth potential.

What insights can management provide about revenue growth and client acquisition?

Understanding revenue growth will help investors assess whether CRAI is effectively expanding its business and attracting new clients.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate CRAI's potential for a rebound, as the company has historically shown resilience following earnings misses.

Supporting Evidence

CRAI has a 75% beat rate, suggesting it often exceeds expectations despite recent setbacks.

The stock's historical performance indicates that it can recover quickly from earnings misses, with an average 1-day move of +1.54% in similar situations.

Key Risk

If CRAI reports an EPS above $2.10, it could significantly shift market sentiment and validate a more optimistic outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are critical as they will determine whether CRAI can regain investor confidence after a disappointing previous quarter.

Bull Confirmed If

Delivering an EPS of $2.10 or higher would confirm a strong recovery and growth trajectory.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.90 would raise serious concerns about the company's performance and future prospects.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.05%

Historical Avg

±6.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move in either direction, indicating heightened uncertainty around the earnings report.

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 a potential stock increase of around 0.1%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may react neutrally as investors weigh future growth prospects.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 2.2%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's ability to deliver consistent performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on client acquisition and retention strategies.
2Management's commentary on market conditions and competitive landscape.
3Insights into operational efficiencies and cost management.
4Future guidance on revenue growth and profitability targets.
5Details on any new service offerings or market expansions.