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The Hackett GroupHCKT +2.47%60 Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $0.53 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates HCKT with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $23.80 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,079 Software companies, The Hackett Group ranks worse than 65.9% on this metric.
The Hackett Group's EPS (Basic) for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.17.
Its EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.53.
During the past 12 months, The Hackett Group's average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was -22.90% per year.
During the past 3 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 1.10% per year.
During the past 5 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 14.80% per year.
During the past 10 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 8.70% per year.
During the past 13 years, The Hackett Group's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 90.70% per year. The lowest was -39.80% per year. And the median was 9.40% per year.
The Hackett Group (NAS:HCKT) Earnings per Share (Diluted) Explanation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.
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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.
If a company's earnings per share is less than cash flow per share over long term, investors need to be cautious and find out why.
The Hackett Group Earnings per Share (Diluted) Related Terms
The Hackett Group Earnings per Share (Diluted) Historical Data
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The historical data trend for The Hackett Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
The Hackett Group Earnings per Share (Diluted) Chart
HCKT vs TTGT, CNDT, UIS: Earnings per Share (Diluted) Comparison
For the Information Technology Services subindustry, The Hackett Group's PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and PE Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
The Hackett Group PE Ratio vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, The Hackett Group's PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The Hackett Group's PE Ratio falls into.
The Hackett Group Earnings per Share (Diluted) Calculation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the amount of earnings per outstanding share of the company's stock. In calculating earnings per share, the dividends of preferred stocks need to subtracted from the total net income first.
The Hackett Group's Earnings Per Share (Diluted) for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.53
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Companies also reported diluted shares in their financial reports. Diluted shares include the shares of convertibles or warrants outstanding.
What does a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $0.53 mean?
The Hackett Group (HCKT) has a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $0.53 as of Mar. 2026. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on The Hackett Group and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #1370 out of 2079 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 65.9%.
Is The Hackett Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) too high?
The Hackett Group's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $0.53. The Software industry median Earnings per Share (Diluted) is 12.40. The Hackett Group's value of $0.53 is 95.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #1370 out of 2079 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Hackett Group has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Hackett Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) compare to TTGT and CNDT?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, The Hackett Group ranks #1370 out of 2079 companies for Earnings per Share (Diluted). This places The Hackett Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Earnings per Share (Diluted) is 12.40. The Hackett Group's value of $0.53 is 95.7% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Earnings per Share (Diluted) for a Software company?
The median Earnings per Share (Diluted) among Software companies is 12.40, based on 2,079 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Earnings per Share (Diluted) significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Earnings per Share (Diluted) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. The Hackett Group's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) of $0.53 is 95.7% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Earnings per Share (Diluted) mean?
A high Earnings per Share (Diluted) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on The Hackett Group and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Earnings per Share (Diluted) is 12.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Hackett Group's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $0.53. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Hackett Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Hackett Group (HCKT) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $23.80, compared to a current price of $11.41 — trading 52.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $0.53 and 95.7% below the Software industry median of 12.40. The Hackett Group's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Earnings per Share (Diluted) calculated?
Earnings per Share (Diluted) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For The Hackett Group (HCKT), the current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is $0.53 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is The Hackett Group (HCKT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Hackett Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $11.41 is trading 52.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $23.80.
GuruFocus considers The Hackett Group to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HCKT:
Earnings per Share (Diluted): $0.53
GF Value™: $23.80 vs. price of $11.41 (52.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 95.7% below the Software median (#1370 of 2079)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HCKT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
The Hackett Group Inc is an IP platform-based Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) strategic consulting and executive advisory digital transformation firm. The Hackett Group provides dedicated expertise in Gen AI-enabled enterprise transformation services across the front, mid and back office areas, including its highly recognized Oracle, SAP, OneStream and Coupa implementation offerings. It operates in three segments Oracle Solutions, SAP Solutions, and Global S&BT. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Global S&BT segment in the United States.
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