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$185.46
-2.99 (-1.59%)
At Close: May 23, 2025
CRA International Earnings Calls
Q1 2025
Beat
$2.22 (15.03%)
| Release date | May 01, 2025 |
| EPS estimate | $1.93 |
| EPS actual | $2.22 |
| EPS Surprise | 15.03% |
| Revenue estimate | 179.654M |
| Revenue actual | 181.851M |
| Revenue Surprise | 1.22% |
Q4 2024
Beat
$2.03 (27.67%)
| Release date | Feb 20, 2025 |
| EPS estimate | $1.59 |
| EPS actual | $2.03 |
| EPS Surprise | 27.67% |
| Revenue estimate | 164.201M |
| Revenue actual | 176.435M |
| Revenue Surprise | 7.45% |
Q3 2024
Beat
$1.77 (12.03%)
| Release date | Oct 31, 2024 |
| EPS estimate | $1.58 |
| EPS actual | $1.77 |
| EPS Surprise | 12.03% |
| Revenue estimate | 166.812M |
| Revenue actual | 167.748M |
| Revenue Surprise | 0.561% |
Q2 2024
Beat
$1.83 (22.82%)
| Release date | Aug 01, 2024 |
| EPS estimate | $1.49 |
| EPS actual | $1.83 |
| EPS Surprise | 22.82% |
| Revenue estimate | 168.25M |
| Revenue actual | 171.442M |
| Revenue Surprise | 1.90% |
Last 4 Quarters for CRA International
Below you can see how CRAI performed 4 days prior and 4 days after releasing the earnings report. Also, you can see the pre-estimates and the actual earnings. This information can give you a slight idea of what you might expect for the next quarter's release.
Q2 2024
Beat
| Release date | Aug 01, 2024 |
| Fiscal end date | Jun 29, 2024 |
| Price on release | $152.32 |
| EPS estimate | $1.49 |
| EPS actual | $1.83 |
| EPS surprise | 22.82% |
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2024 | $181.00 |
| Jul 29, 2024 | $178.28 |
| Jul 30, 2024 | $179.91 |
| Jul 31, 2024 | $174.80 |
| Aug 01, 2024 | $152.32 |
| Aug 02, 2024 | $153.28 |
| Aug 05, 2024 | $154.34 |
| Aug 06, 2024 | $154.73 |
| Aug 07, 2024 | $154.96 |
| 4 days before | -15.85% |
| 4 days after | 1.73% |
| On release day | 0.630% |
| Change in period | -14.39% |
Q3 2024
Beat
| Release date | Oct 31, 2024 |
| Fiscal end date | Sep 28, 2024 |
| Price on release | $182.14 |
| EPS estimate | $1.58 |
| EPS actual | $1.77 |
| EPS surprise | 12.03% |
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Oct 25, 2024 | $189.29 |
| Oct 28, 2024 | $192.31 |
| Oct 29, 2024 | $196.17 |
| Oct 30, 2024 | $194.28 |
| Oct 31, 2024 | $182.14 |
| Nov 01, 2024 | $186.16 |
| Nov 04, 2024 | $187.04 |
| Nov 05, 2024 | $188.20 |
| Nov 06, 2024 | $202.53 |
| 4 days before | -3.78% |
| 4 days after | 11.19% |
| On release day | 2.21% |
| Change in period | 6.99% |
Q4 2024
Beat
| Release date | Feb 20, 2025 |
| Fiscal end date | Dec 28, 2024 |
| Price on release | $210.97 |
| EPS estimate | $1.59 |
| EPS actual | $2.03 |
| EPS surprise | 27.67% |
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Feb 13, 2025 | $192.27 |
| Feb 14, 2025 | $196.56 |
| Feb 18, 2025 | $189.19 |
| Feb 19, 2025 | $189.43 |
| Feb 20, 2025 | $210.97 |
| Feb 21, 2025 | $200.99 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | $198.48 |
| Feb 25, 2025 | $195.54 |
| Feb 26, 2025 | $194.59 |
| 4 days before | 9.73% |
| 4 days after | -7.76% |
| On release day | -4.73% |
| Change in period | 1.21% |
Q1 2025
Beat
| Release date | May 01, 2025 |
| Fiscal end date | Mar 29, 2025 |
| Price on release | $166.45 |
| EPS estimate | $1.93 |
| EPS actual | $2.22 |
| EPS surprise | 15.03% |
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2025 | $164.04 |
| Apr 28, 2025 | $160.87 |
| Apr 29, 2025 | $162.69 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $162.20 |
| May 01, 2025 | $166.45 |
| May 02, 2025 | $166.63 |
| May 05, 2025 | $169.65 |
| May 06, 2025 | $175.76 |
| May 07, 2025 | $178.10 |
| 4 days before | 1.47% |
| 4 days after | 7.00% |
| On release day | 0.108% |
| Change in period | 8.57% |
CRA International Earnings Call Transcript Summary of Q1 2025
Key Points from the Charles River Associates (CRA) First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call
Here are the key points from the Charles River Associates (CRA) First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call for investors:
- Strong Financial Performance:
- CRA recorded a revenue increase of 5.9% year-over-year to $181.9 million, the highest quarterly revenue in the company's history.
- Non-GAAP net income, earnings per diluted share, and EBITDA all increased by around 11% to 13% year-over-year, setting new quarterly records.
- Geographic and Practice Expansion:
- Strong growth was noted in international operations with a 20% year-over-year increase in revenue.
- Four practice areas (Energy, Finance, Intellectual Property, and Life Sciences) reported double-digit revenue growth, while the Antitrust & Competition Economics practice achieved record quarterly revenue.
- Market Dynamics:
- There was a noticeable rebound in global M&A activity, with a 15% year-over-year increase, reaching $885 billion in the first quarter of 2025.
- The legal and regulatory services sector saw a 5% revenue increase, aided by a rise in case filings and judgments.
- Consultant Utilization and Headcount:
- Consulting utilization improved to 76%, with project lead flow and new project originations up by 5% and 3% year-over-year, respectively.
- Consultant headcount decreased by 5% year-over-year but remained flat sequentially.
- Guidance for Fiscal 2025:
- CRA reaffirms its revenue guidance for fiscal 2025, projecting between $715 million to $725 million, with a non-GAAP EBITDA margin between 12% and 13%.
- The company acknowledges potential uncertainties due to global economic and political conditions.
- Restructuring and Cost Management:
- A small restructuring affected 15 individuals, aimed at optimizing the service portfolio. The restructuring charges were offset by reversals of non-cash performance awards.
- Long-term Strategy:
- CRA is focused on optimizing its service offerings and continuing investments in talent acquisition and retention to align headcount growth with revenue growth moving forward.
- Collaboration Across Practices:
- Executive leadership emphasized successful collaboration across various practice areas and geographical locations as a vital part of CRA's service delivery and client engagement strategy.
- Company Anniversary:
- CRA will celebrate its 60th anniversary by ringing the NASDAQ opening bell on June 2, 2025, highlighting its historical impact on the business world through quantitative methods and economics.
Overall, CRA's solid performance, strategic focus on growth areas, and proactive management of talent and resources provide a positive outlook for investors.
CRA International Earnings History
Earnings Calendar
FAQ
When is the earnings report for CRAI?
CRA International (CRAI) has scheduled its earnings report for Aug 07, 2025 before the markets open.
What is the CRAI price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio?
CRAI P/E ratio as of May 23, 2025 (TTM) is 24.65.
What is the CRAI EPS forecast?
The forecasted EPS (Earnings Per Share) for CRA International (CRAI) for the first fiscal quarter 2025 is $1.82.
What are CRA International's retained earnings?
On its balance sheet, CRA International reported retained earnings of $181.85 million for the latest quarter ending Mar 29, 2025.
What Is an Earnings Report?
An earnings report is usually issued quarterly (Q1, Q2, Q3 & Q4) by public companies to report their performance. Earnings reports typically include net income, earnings per share, earnings from continuing operations, and net sales. Looking at the earnings report investors can start gauge the financial health of the company and make even better decisions whether to buy, sell, or stay in the company. Fundamental analysts and value investors will typically hunt for stocks that continue to show good financial ratios and use a decline as an exit point. One of the most anticipated numbers for analysis is earnings per share because it indicates how much the company earned for its shareholders. The report will also indicate a possible dividend.
Earnings Report Content
Earnings reports generally provide an update of all three financial statements, including the income statement, the balance sheet, and the cash flow statement. These figures are typically measured against previous quarters/years. Furthermore, the earnings report usually includes a summary and analysis from the CEO or company spokesman, alongside a more general view of the financials and future forecast.
What To Know About Earnings Reports?
Announcement of earnings for a stock, particularly for well followed large-capitalization stocks, can move the market. Stock prices can fluctuate wildly on days when the quarterly earnings report is released. Despite good reports, stocks may very well fall if the investors were expecting more or they believe the next quarter will not be as good. Investors always try to be ahead of the market and future earnings/losses are often discounted into the current price of the stock. It is natural for stocks to start to move in either direction a few days before the release of an earnings report.
