CRA International, Inc. (CRAI) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1998 to 2026
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CRAI Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, CRA International, Inc. (CRAI) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.1x, with a stock price of $139.12 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $7.27.
The current P/E is 20% below its 5-year average of 21.4x. Over the past five years, CRAI's P/E has ranged from a low of 15.1x to a high of 30.1x, placing the current valuation at the 15th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.5x, CRAI trades at a 33% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 413 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 185.3x.
The PEG ratio of 0.79 (P/E divided by 21% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, CRAI trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
CRAI P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 21.4 | - | -7% | |
| $28B | 30.9 | - | +20% | |
| $3B | 30.6 | 5.15 | -2% | |
| $1B | 15.1 | 1.31 | -15% | |
| $81B | 33.4 | 4.29 | +21% | |
| $23B | 26.9 | 3.16 | -3% | |
| $15B | 2107.2 | - | -95% | |
| $112B | 14.8 | 1.64 | +6% | |
| $13B | 10.6Lowest | 0.65Best | +58%Best |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
CRAI Historical P/E Data (1998–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | Sat Apr 04 2026 00:00:00 GM | $165.10 | $7.20 | 22.9x | -8% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Sat Jan 03 2026 00:00:00 GM | $200.52 | $8.13 | 24.7x | -1% |
| FY2025 Q3 | Sat Sep 27 2025 00:00:00 GM | $205.17 | $8.32 | 24.7x | -2% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Sat Jun 28 2025 00:00:00 GM | $187.03 | $8.26 | 22.6x | -10% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Sat Mar 29 2025 00:00:00 GM | $173.40 | $7.41 | 23.4x | -7% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Sat Dec 28 2024 00:00:00 GM | $186.84 | $6.74 | 27.7x | +11% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sat Sep 28 2024 00:00:00 GM | $167.89 | $6.18 | 27.2x | +9% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sat Jun 29 2024 00:00:00 GM | $172.22 | $5.72 | 30.1x | +20% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sat Mar 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $149.58 | $6.12 | 24.4x | -2% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sat Dec 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $98.85 | $5.40 | 18.3x | -27% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $100.76 | $4.96 | 20.3x | -19% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Sat Jul 01 2023 00:00:00 GM | $102.00 | $5.39 | 18.9x | -24% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 25.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CRAI stock.
Is CRAI stock overvalued or undervalued?
CRAI trades at 17.1x P/E, below its 5-year average of 21.4x. At the 15th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does CRAI's valuation compare to peers?
CRA International, Inc. P/E of 17.1x compares to sector median of 25.5x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is CRAI's PEG ratio?
CRAI PEG ratio is 0.79. Below 1.0 indicates valuation is supported by earnings growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1998-2026.