CRA International (FRA:CR2) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 15, 2026)

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FRA:CR2 CRA International Inc FRA:CR2
78 GF Score
Price €146.00
GF Value €179.93
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What is CRA International Moat Score?

CRA International FRA:CR2 +0.69% 78 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:CR2 with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of €179.93. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,094 Business Services companies, CRA International ranks better than 92.5% on this metric.

CRA International has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

CRA International has Narrow Moat: CRA International Inc has a discernible but modest moat due to its specialized consulting services and strong client relationships. However, it faces competition from larger firms and lacks significant intellectual property or regulatory barriers.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes CRA International might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

CRA International  (FRA:CR2) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

CRA International Moat Score Related Terms

FRA:CR2 vs ICFI, ROMA, SBC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, CRA International's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score 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.

CRA International Moat Score vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, CRA International's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where CRA International's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
CRA International (FRA:CR2) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 15, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, CRA International ranks #82 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, placing it in the top 7.5%.
Is CRA International's Moat Score too high?
CRA International's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, CRA International ranks #82 out of 1094 companies in the Business Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, CRA International has a GF Score™ of 78/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CRA International's Moat Score compare to ICFI and ROMA?
According to the Business Services industry distribution chart, CRA International ranks #82 out of 1094 companies for Moat Score. This places CRA International in the top 8% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Business Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Business Services industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. CRA International's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CRA International stock overvalued right now?
CRA International (FRA:CR2) has a current Moat Score of 4. The stock's GF Value™ is €179.93, compared to a current price of €146.00 — trading 18.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. CRA International's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For CRA International (FRA:CR2), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 15, 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 CRA International (FRA:CR2) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CRA International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €146.00 is trading 18.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €179.93.

Key valuation signals for FRA:CR2:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €179.93 vs. price of €146.00 (18.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:CR2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

CRA International Business Description

Other Exchanges CRAI:USA
Address 200 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA, USA, 02116-5092
CRA International Inc is a consulting firm specializing in providing economic, financial and management consulting services. The company provides advisory services on economic and financial matters related to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and advises corporations on business and performance-related matters. Its consulting services are organized into two areas: litigation, regulatory and financial consulting, and management consulting. The company's clients include domestic and foreign companies, government agencies, public and private utilities, and national and international trade associations. It derives revenues by providing professional and consulting services. Geographically, the maximum revenue is derived from the United States, followed by United Kingdom and other regions.
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