CRA International, Inc. (CRAI) Revenue History
Annual and quarterly revenue from 1997 to present
CRAI Revenue Over Time (1997–2026)
CRAI Revenue Growth History
23 of 29 years with positive growth- FY1997 revenue growth
- N/A
- FY1998 revenue growth
- +18.3%
- FY1999 revenue growth
- +39.6%
- FY2000 revenue growth
- +11.6%
- FY2001 revenue growth
- +33.0%
- FY2002 revenue growth
- +19.0%
- FY2003 revenue growth
- +25.1%
- FY2004 revenue growth
- +32.6%
- FY2005 revenue growth
- +36.3%
- FY2006 revenue growth
- +18.4%
- FY2007 revenue growth
- +12.8%
- FY2008 revenue growth
- -4.5%
- FY2009 revenue growth
- -19.9%
- FY2010 revenue growth
- +2.7%
- FY2011 revenue growth
- -1.4%
- FY2012 revenue growth
- -11.4%
- FY2013 revenue growth
- +3.0%
- FY2014 revenue growth
- +10.0%
- FY2015 revenue growth
- -0.9%
- FY2016 revenue growth
- +7.0%
- FY2017 revenue growth
- +13.9%
- FY2018 revenue growth
- +12.9%
- FY2019 revenue growth
- +8.1%
- FY2020 revenue growth
- +12.6%
- FY2021 revenue growth
- +11.3%
- FY2022 revenue growth
- +4.4%
- FY2023 revenue growth
- +5.6%
- FY2024 revenue growth
- +10.2%
- FY2025 revenue growth
- +9.3%
- FY2026 revenue growth
- -16.6%
| Quarter | Revenue | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Q3 2026 | $214.9M | +15.6% |
| Q2 2026 | $210.8M | +12.8% |
| Q1 2026 | $201.0M | +10.5% |
| Q4 2025 | $197.0M | +11.6% |
| Q3 2025 | $185.9M | +10.8% |
| Q2 2025 | $186.9M | +9.0% |
| Q1 2025 | $181.9M | +5.9% |
| Q4 2024 | $176.4M | +9.2% |
Multi-year avg. share of annual revenue by fiscal quarter
Revenue Breakdown (FY 2025)
CRAI's revenue distribution by segment and geography for fiscal year 2025
By Product/Segment
By Geography
CRAI Revenue Analysis (1997–2026)
Current Revenue & Growth
As of November 7, 2026, CRA International, Inc. (CRAI) generated trailing twelve-month (TTM) revenue of $823.7 million, reflecting strong growth of +15.6% year-over-year. The most recent quarter (Q3 2026) recorded $214.9 million in revenue, up 1.9% sequentially.
Historical Growth Trajectory
CRAI's 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +2.1%, indicating moderate growth over time. The 3-year CAGR of +0.1% is below the 5-year average, signalling a growth deceleration in recent years. CRA International, Inc.'s highest annual revenue of $751.6 million was recorded in 2025.
Revenue by Segment
CRAI's revenue is primarily driven by Time-and-Materials Contract (83%), and Fixed-Price Contract (17%). With over half of revenue concentrated in Time-and-Materials Contract, the company has a focused business model while developing other growth vectors.
Peer Comparison
Compared to Industrials sector peers — including HURN (+14.3% YoY), FTI (+8.8% YoY), and EXPO (+15.4% YoY) — CRAI has outperformed the peer group in revenue growth. Compare CRAI vs HURN →
CRAI Revenue vs Peers
Revenue metrics vs comparable public companies
| Company | TTM Revenue | YoY Growth | 5Y CAGR | Op. Margin | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRAICurrent | $824M | +15.6% | +2.1% | 10.4% | |
 HURN | $1.7B | +14.3% | +15.0% | 11.7% | |
 FTI | $9.9B | +8.8% | +8.7% | 14.0% | |
 EXPO | $582M | +15.4% | +7.8% | 20.6% | |
 FORR | $397M | -7.7% | -2.4% | 0.5% | |
 ICFI | $1.9B | -5.2% | +4.4% | 8.1% |
CRAI Historical Revenue Data (1997–2026)
| Year | Revenue | YoY % | Gross Profit | Gross Margin | Op. Income | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $626.7M | -16.6% | $0 | - | $65.5M | 10.4% |
| 2025 | $751.6M | +9.3% | $218.2M | 29.0% | $83.1M | 11.1% |
| 2024 | $687.4M | +10.2% | $207.5M | 30.2% | $70.8M | 10.3% |
| 2023 | $624.0M | +5.6% | $171.7M | 27.5% | $56.6M | 9.1% |
| 2022 | $590.9M | +4.4% | $180.8M | 30.6% | $58.7M | 9.9% |
| 2021 | $565.9M | +11.3% | $165.9M | 29.3% | $55.7M | 9.8% |
| 2020 | $508.4M | +12.6% | $137.7M | 27.1% | $34.8M | 6.8% |
| 2019 | $451.4M | +8.1% | $133.6M | 29.6% | $29.3M | 6.5% |
| 2018 | $417.6M | +12.9% | $128.5M | 30.8% | $28.9M | 6.9% |
| 2017 | $370.1M | +13.9% | $111.2M | 30.1% | $15.8M | 4.3% |
| 2016 | $324.8M | +7.0% | $97.4M | 30.0% | $18.9M | 5.8% |
| 2015 | $303.6M | -0.9% | $95.9M | 31.6% | $12.4M | 4.1% |
| 2014 | $306.4M | +10.0% | $99.6M | 32.5% | $24.0M | 7.8% |
| 2013 | $278.4M | +3.0% | $89.2M | 32.0% | $18.5M | 6.7% |
| 2012 | $270.4M | -11.4% | $88.0M | 32.5% | $-57,810,000 | -21.4% |
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CRAI — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CRAI stock.
Is CRAI's revenue growth accelerating or slowing?
CRAI revenue growth is accelerating. TTM revenue reached $824M, up +15.6% year-over-year — ahead of the 5-year CAGR of +2.1%. This indicates the business is expanding faster than its historical baseline.
What is CRAI's revenue history from 1997 to 2026?
CRA International, Inc. (CRAI) revenue history spans 1997 to 2026. TTM revenue as of 2026 is $824M, growing at +15.6% YoY. The 5-year CAGR is +2.1%. Complete annual and quarterly revenue figures are available on this page, including gross profit, operating income, and margin trends.
What is CRAI's long-term revenue growth rate (CAGR)?
CRA International, Inc.'s 5-year revenue CAGR of +2.1% reflects the sustained nature of its business expansion. As of 2026, the current YoY growth rate of +15.6% is above this long-term average. CAGR is the most reliable measure of sustained revenue momentum for CRAI.
Why does CRAI's quarterly revenue fluctuate?
CRAI quarterly revenue can fluctuate significantly between periods. A quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) change does not always indicate a trend; comparing the same quarter year-over-year (YoY) is a more reliable signal for underlying growth. CRA International, Inc.'s revenue data from 1997 to 2026 shows full historical quarterly detail on this page.
How is CRAI's revenue distributed by segment?
CRAI reports revenue broken down by product line and geographic region. The segment breakdown on this page shows which business units contribute the most to total revenue as of the latest fiscal year. Concentration in a single segment above 50% indicates category dependence, while a diversified mix signals more resilient revenue streams.
How does CRAI's revenue compare to industry peers?
CRA International, Inc. (CRAI) with TTM revenue of $824M and +15.6% YoY growth can be benchmarked against sector peers using the comparison table on this page. Revenue growth relative to peers indicates market share gains or losses. The peer section shows TTM revenue, YoY growth, and operating margin for direct comparisons.