CRAI (CRA International) Profitability Rank: 9 (As of Jun. 2026) — 13% Above Median

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CRAI CRA International Inc CRAI
82 GF Score
Price $170.96
GF Value $211.90
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is CRA International Profitability Rank?

CRA International CRAI -0.94% 82 Profitability Rank is 9 as of Jun. 2026, which is 13% above its 10-year median of 8.00. GuruFocus rates CRAI with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $211.90 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

CRA International has the Profitability Rank of 9. It has a higher profitability and may stay that way.

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %
2. Piotroski F-Score
3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.
4. Consistency of the profitability
5. Predictability Rank

A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

CRA International's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 11.17%. As of today, CRA International's Piotroski F-Score is 4.


CRA International Profitability Rank Related Terms


CRAI vs ICFI, ROMA, SBC: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, CRA International's Profitability Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Profitability Rank 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 Profitability Rank vs Business Services Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where CRA International's Profitability Rank falls into.


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CRA International Profitability Rank Calculation

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way.

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

CRA International has the Profitability Rank of 9. It has a higher profitability and may stay that way.

Profitability Rank is not directly related to the Financial Strength. But if a company is consistently profitable, its financial strength will be stronger.

Profitability Rank is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %

Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

CRA International's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Jun. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=23.541 / 210.815
=11.17 %

* 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.

2. Piotroski F-Score

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 8 or 9
Bad or low score = 0 or 1

CRA International has an F-score of 4 indicating the company's financial situation is typical for a stable company.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

Good Sign:

CRA International Inc operating margin is expanding. Margin expansion is usually a good sign.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 9 mean?
CRA International (CRAI) has a Profitability Rank of 9 as of Jun. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on CRA International and its competitors. This is 13% above median its historical median of 8.00. Over the past decade, CRA International's Profitability Rank has ranged from 7.00 to 9.00.
Is CRA International's Profitability Rank too high?
CRA International's current Profitability Rank of 9 is 13% above median its 10-year median of 8.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.00 to a high of 9.00. Overall, CRA International has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CRA International's Profitability Rank compare to ICFI and ROMA?
CRA International's Profitability Rank of 9 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, CRA International's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 7.00 to 9.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Profitability Rank for a Business Services company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Business Services industry context. However, Profitability Rank 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 Profitability Rank mean?
A high Profitability Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on CRA International and its competitors. CRA International's current Profitability Rank is 9, which is 13% above median its own 10-year median of 8.00. 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?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CRA International (CRAI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $211.90, compared to a current price of $170.96 — trading 19.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 9, which is 13% above median its 10-year median of 8.00. CRA International's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Profitability Rank calculated?
Profitability Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For CRA International (CRAI), the current Profitability Rank is 9 as of Jun. 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 (CRAI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CRA International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $170.96 is trading 19.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $211.90. GuruFocus considers CRA International to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CRAI:

  • Profitability Rank: 9 (13% above median its 10-year median of 8.00)
  • GF Value™: $211.90 vs. price of $170.96 (19.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 2 warning signs

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


CRA International Business Description

Other Exchanges CR2:Germany
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.
82GF Score

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