Huron Consulting Group Inc. HURN
- Market cap
- $2.5B
- P/E
- 23.2×
Follow HURN
Target Price Range
Analyst price targets
Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.20 | 29.53 | 32.05 | 44.78 | 35.15 | 44.33 | 42.66 | 66.51 | 84.26 | 120.25 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
|
||
| 65.00 | 49.25 | 57.00 | 70.50 | 70.91 | 61.99 | 80.72 | 113.31 | 131.06 | 182.71 |
High Price
|
|||
| 2,818 | 3,083 | 3,269 | 3,750 | 3,807 | 4,609 | 5,660 | 6,480 | 7,230 | 8,610 |
Employees
|
|||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Revenue/Emp
|
|||
| 798 | 808 | 878 | 965 | 871 | 927 | 1,159 | 1,399 | 1,522 | 1,699 |
Revenue
|
|||
| 34.28% | 33.00% | 30.67% | 30.64% | 28.89% | 29.00% | 29.89% | 29.98% | 31.28% | 31.81% |
Gross Margin
|
|||
| 59 | (223) | 25 | 52 | (34) | 80 | 109 | 84 | 154 | 135 |
EBT
|
|||
| 7.41% | (27.55%) | 2.87% | 5.44% | (3.89%) | 8.63% | 9.37% | 6.00% | 10.12% | 7.95% |
EBT Margin
|
|||
| 38 | (170) | 14 | 42 | (24) | 63 | 76 | 62 | 117 | 105 |
Net Income
|
|||
| 56 | 313 | 50 | 43 | 91 | 27 | 29 | 26 | 26 | 34 |
Depreciation
|
|||
| 37.85 | 37.68 | 40.45 | 43.90 | 39.81 | 43.24 | 57.24 | 74.28 | 85.05 | 97.40 |
Revenue/Sh
|
|||
| 1.78 | (7.93) | 0.63 | 1.90 | (1.09) | 2.94 | 3.73 | 3.32 | 6.52 | 6.02 |
Earnings/Sh
|
|||
| 6.13 | 4.65 | 4.68 | 6.01 | 6.25 | 0.84 | 4.22 | 7.18 | 11.25 | 11.09 |
Cash Flow/Sh
|
|||
| (0.71) | (1.20) | (0.69) | (1.04) | (0.75) | (0.72) | (0.97) | (1.86) | (1.82) | (1.78) |
Capex/Sh
|
|||
| 5.42 | 3.45 | 3.99 | 4.98 | 5.50 | 0.12 | 3.25 | 5.32 | 9.44 | 9.31 |
Free CF/Sh
|
|||
| 30.74 | 23.48 | 24.91 | 26.62 | 25.22 | 26.68 | 27.26 | 28.30 | 31.37 | 30.30 |
Book Value/Sh
|
|||
| 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 17 |
Shares
|
|||
| 25.90 | 0.00 | 81.44 | 36.17 | 0.00 | 16.80 | 19.52 | 30.72 | 19.00 | 28.72 |
PE Ratio
|
|||
| 1.22 | 1.08 | 1.27 | 1.57 | 1.48 | 1.15 | 1.27 | 1.36 | 1.46 | 1.78 |
PS Ratio
|
|||
| 1.50 | 1.74 | 2.06 | 2.58 | 2.34 | 1.87 | 2.66 | 3.58 | 3.96 | 5.71 |
PB Ratio
|
|||
| 1.60 | 1.49 | 1.57 | 1.77 | 1.64 | 1.38 | 1.52 | 1.60 | 1.68 | 2.06 |
EV/Sales
|
|||
| 11.17 | 16.21 | 15.90 | 15.62 | 11.85 | 486.45 | 26.72 | 22.28 | 15.15 | 21.57 |
EV/FCF
|
|||
| 129 | 100 | 102 | 132 | 137 | 18 | 85 | 135 | 201 | 193 |
Op' Cash Flow
|
|||
| (15) | (26) | (15) | (23) | (16) | (15) | (20) | (35) | (32) | (31) |
Capex
|
|||
| 114 | 74 | 87 | 109 | 120 | 3 | 66 | 100 | 169 | 162 |
FCF
|
|||
| 44 | 52 | (185) | 20 | 44 | 52 | 83 | 98 | 70 | 65 |
Working Cap'
|
|||
| 292 | 343 | 297 | 209 | 203 | 233 | 301 | 324 | 357 | 510 |
Total Debt
|
|||
| 275 | 326 | 264 | 197 | 136 | 212 | 289 | 312 | 335 | 485 |
Net Debt
|
|||
| 648 | 503 | 541 | 585 | 552 | 572 | 552 | 533 | 561 | 529 |
Sh' Equity
|
|||
| 3.25% | (15.53%) | 1.31% | 3.88% | (2.21%) | 5.80% | 6.52% | 5.08% | 8.95% | 7.32% |
ROA
|
|||
| 5.03% | (15.63%) | 4.05% | 5.09% | (2.62%) | 4.21% | 7.41% | 9.27% | 11.78% | 11.01% |
ROIC
|
|||
| 5.79% | (29.55%) | 2.61% | 7.41% | (4.19%) | 11.21% | 13.44% | 11.52% | 21.32% | 19.27% |
ROE
|
|||
Huron Consulting Group Inc. peers in Consulting Services
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCN FTI Consulting, Inc. | $3.6B | 16.1× | Compare |
| ICFI ICF International, Inc. | $1.5B | 17.2× | Compare |
| CRAI Charles River Associates | $1.0B | 21.4× | Compare |
| BAH Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation | $8.9B | 11.4× | Compare |
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROMA Roma Green Finance Limited | $517.4M | — | Compare |
| SBC SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated | $488.5M | 10.4× | Compare |
| EFX Equifax, Inc. | $17.5B | 25.8× | Compare |
| VRSK Verisk Analytics, Inc. | $22.0B | 26.0× | Compare |
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) key facts
- Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) is a Consulting Services company in the Industrials sector, listed on Nasdaq.
- Huron Consulting Group Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $1.7 billion, up 11.7% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $105.0 million, or $6.02 per share (basic), a net margin of 6.18%.
- As of September 25, 2026, HURN traded at $157.98, a market capitalization of $2.5 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 23.2× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 1.4× sales.
- Return on equity was 19.3% and debt-to-equity 2.16.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) Latest News
22 Sep
Huron (NASDAQ: HURN) was named Consulting Magazine’s 2026 Best Firms to Work For for the 16th consecutive year. Based on employee feedback across culture, career development, client engagement, compensation and benefits, leadership and work-life balance, the award underscores Huron’s culture of belonging, career growth, innovation and strong leadership. CEO Mark Hussey says the recognition reflects the experiences and voices of its people as they collaborate to help clients solve complex challenges. The firm emphasizes investments in leadership development, mentorship and advancement opportunities to foster an inclusive, high-performing workplace where employees can bring their authentic selves. Huron’s collaborative culture aims to drive innovation and meaningful client impact, with the accolade adding to a growing list of workplace honors. Strengthens employer branding and talent pipeline with modest, indirect upside on client perception and long-term performance.
21 Sep
Stocks with rising cash flows amid a higher-rate environment are highlighted. The piece argues cash generation is the key to resilience and growth, noting that positive net cash flow signals liquidity to meet obligations, reinvest, and return capital. A screen selects four companies—Huron Consulting Group (HURN), Interface (TILE), QuinStreet (QNST), and RCM Technologies (RCMT)—based on quarterly cash flow at least matching or exceeding their five-year average, combined with a Zacks Rank #1, favorable broker ratings, price above $5, and a VGM score B or better. For each, analysts note rising earnings estimates over the past 60 days: HURN to $9.18 (up 5.4%), TILE to $2.36 (up 11.8%), QNST to $1.60 (up 7.4%), RCMT to $3.07 (up 13.3%). The message: cash-flow efficiency matters in uncertain markets. Rising cash-flow focus and improving earnings estimates may lift near-term sentiment for HURN, though core business fundamentals remain largely unchanged.
24 Aug
Huron Consulting Group raised guidance, indicating its stock may trade below fair value. Raised guidance signals improved financial outlook that can lift near-term sentiment and valuation.
15 Aug
Huron Consulting Group Inc. posted strong Q2 earnings and raised EPS guidance, likely lifting investor sentiment and near-term stock performance. Strong quarterly results combined with raised guidance typically drive significant positive shifts in stock trajectory and market sentiment.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) posted Q2 earnings that position it as the leader in business process outsourcing and consulting. Q2 earnings results show strong sector positioning that can moderately influence near-term investor views and operations.
3 Aug
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) upgraded to Strong Buy rating, signaling potential positive momentum for the stock. Analyst upgrade may lift near-term sentiment and trading volume for HURN without altering core operations.
31 Jul
Huron Consulting Group pursues AI-focused expansion that could redefine its core business narrative and market positioning. AI expansion marks a major strategic shift with potential to significantly alter company trajectory and investor sentiment.
30 Jul
Huron Consulting Group Inc. reports Q2 growth driven by AI-enabled services and managed offerings across segments. AI-enabled services and managed offerings boost growth across segments without fundamentally redefining company trajectory.
29 Jul
Huron Consulting Group Inc posted record revenue growth in Q2 2026 earnings call highlights. Record revenue growth from earnings call signals strong performance that can significantly shift investor sentiment and company trajectory.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. held its Q2 2026 earnings call covering quarterly financial results, revenue, profitability metrics and management outlook. Quarterly earnings data and guidance directly inform near-term financial expectations and stock valuation.
28 Jul
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) posts strong Q2 CY2026 results with full-year outlook exceeding expectations. Earnings beat and raised guidance signal robust growth likely to lift stock valuation and sentiment.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. posted record second-quarter 2026 financial results and raised its 2026 full-year guidance. Record quarterly results combined with raised annual guidance point to stronger growth and improved outlook.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) released highlights from its Q2 earnings call covering financial results, operational updates, and forward outlook. Q2 earnings details and guidance can shift near-term investor sentiment and valuation.
Huron Consulting (HURN) Q2 earnings include comparisons of key metrics against analyst estimates. Q2 earnings metrics versus estimates can moderately sway near-term investor sentiment and stock movement for Huron Consulting Group Inc.
27 Jul
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) prepares to report earnings, with attention on revenue, EPS, consulting demand trends, and forward guidance. Earnings preview may produce moderate short-term stock movement depending on delivered results and outlook.
22 Jun
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) has explosive upside potential for three reasons. Bullish analysis flags factors likely to lift HURN share price and sentiment without altering core operations.
4 Jun
Huron Consulting Group Inc. adds RelateCare to expand AI-led healthcare managed services. RelateCare addition strengthens Huron AI healthcare services and growth trajectory.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) posted record revenue and fully reaffirmed its full-year outlook. Record revenue with reaffirmed outlook delivers moderate boost to financial perception and near-term sentiment.
3 Jun
Huron Consulting Group Inc. acquires RelateCare to strengthen patient access and care coordination capabilities. Acquisition marks major strategic move expanding Huron healthcare service offerings and competitive reach.
21 May
Huron Consulting Group Inc. shares declined amid investor concerns that artificial intelligence could disrupt core consulting operations and reduce demand for traditional services. AI disruption concerns signal major strategic and competitive risks that could materially alter Huron's long-term growth trajectory.
16 May
Huron Consulting Group Inc. reported record revenue of $444 million. Despite the strong result, one fund trimmed its stake in the company. Record revenue demonstrates solid performance while the fund's stake reduction introduces limited negative pressure on near-term sentiment.
14 May
Five revealing analyst questions from Huron Consulting Group Inc.'s (HURN) Q1 earnings call highlight key insights into the company's performance, strategy, and outlook. Analyst questions from Q1 earnings call moderately influence perceptions of Huron's financial health and strategic direction.
12 May
Some investors remain optimistic about Huron Consulting Group's (NASDAQ:HURN) upcoming earnings despite mixed signals, highlighting potential for positive surprises in revenue growth and margins. Earnings optimism signals moderate influence on financial performance and short-term market sentiment.
6 May
Huron Consulting Group Inc. released Q1 2026 earnings call summary detailing financial results, revenue growth, and forward guidance. Q1 earnings call summaries disclose key financial metrics and strategic outlook that significantly shape investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
5 May
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) released Q1 earnings call highlights covering financial results, operational performance, and future outlook. Q1 earnings highlights detail financial metrics and guidance that significantly shape investor expectations and market performance.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) Q1 earnings analysis compares key metrics to analyst estimates, highlighting performance beats or misses in revenue, EPS, and other indicators. Q1 earnings metrics versus estimates directly drive short-term stock volatility and influence long-term investor confidence in HURN's trajectory.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) released Q1 2026 earnings call transcript, covering financial results across business segments, revenue growth, profitability metrics, strategic priorities, and forward-looking guidance amid market challenges. Q1 2026 earnings disclosure details financial performance, segment updates, and outlook, poised to significantly sway investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
Huron (NASDAQ:HURN) beat Q1 CY2026 sales expectations. Beating sales expectations enhances financial performance and investor sentiment significantly.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. announced first quarter 2026 financial results and affirmed full-year 2026 guidance. Q1 2026 earnings announcement with affirmed full-year guidance provides key financial visibility and boosts investor confidence.
Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) reported Q1 earnings and revenues that beat analyst estimates. Beating Q1 earnings estimates positively affects financial performance and market sentiment but is limited to quarterly results.