CRA International Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2026
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Record quarterly revenue and broad-based growth were driven by strong demand across all major practices, with double-digit gains in Energy, Finance, Forensic Services, and Life Sciences. Profitability remained robust, and guidance for 2026 was reaffirmed amid supportive market trends.
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Celebrating 60 years, the firm reported strong financials, robust talent retention, and high client engagement, with top practices driving 75% of revenue. Fiscal 2026 guidance projects continued growth, with AI and emerging practices like Energy and IP seen as key future drivers.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Fiscal 2025 saw record revenue and EBITDA, with double-digit growth in key practices and robust cash flow. Guidance for 2026 is bullish, with continued investment in talent, AI, and shareholder returns, despite market volatility and rising non-cash expenses.
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Celebrating its 60th anniversary, the firm reported record financial growth, expanded its global talent pool, and maintained strong client relationships with major corporations and law firms. Key practice areas, especially antitrust, IP, and energy, are driving double-digit growth, supported by robust M&A and litigation activity.
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Celebrating 60 years, the firm has achieved 9%-10% annual growth, driven mainly by organic expansion and a focus on legal regulatory and management consulting. AI is enhancing efficiency but faces data and human creativity challenges, while strong client relationships and expert-led teams support continued outperformance.
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Q3 2025 saw record revenue and double-digit growth in key practices, with strong international and legal services performance. Guidance for FY2025 was raised, and a 16% dividend increase was announced, reflecting confidence in continued growth.
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Celebrating 60 years, the firm has achieved strong, consistent growth, with a focus on legal/regulatory consulting and a diverse, stable workforce. Capital is allocated to talent and shareholder returns, with ongoing M&A and optimism for continued record performance in 2025.
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Celebrating 60 years, the firm has achieved consistent revenue and profit growth, driven by a highly selective workforce and strong client relationships with major corporations and law firms. Capital is returned to shareholders through buybacks and dividends, with continued focus on specialized, high-value services and organic growth.
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Q2 2025 saw 9% revenue growth, record performance in key practices, and improved consultant utilization. Full-year guidance was raised on strong first-half results, with robust M&A and energy sector demand, and $46.6 million returned to shareholders.
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Celebrating its 60th anniversary, the firm has achieved strong, consistent growth through a balanced mix of organic and inorganic expansion, high talent retention, and disciplined capital allocation. Key growth areas include antitrust, forensics, and energy, with a robust acquisition pipeline and willingness to use debt for strategic deals.
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Record Q1 revenue and profit growth were driven by broad-based practice expansion, especially in Antitrust, Energy, and Life Sciences, with strong international and management consulting contributions. Guidance for fiscal 2025 was reaffirmed, though management remains cautious amid macroeconomic uncertainty.
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The firm reported strong, debt-free growth with 8-10% annual revenue increases, robust client retention, and significant capital returns through buybacks and dividends. Strategic focus remains on deepening core services, expanding internationally, and investing in talent, with continued resilience despite market volatility.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Fiscal 2024 saw record revenue and profits, with strong growth in legal, finance, and IP practices. Guidance for 2025 projects continued revenue and EBITDA margin strength, while capital returns and talent retention remain key priorities.
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Legal and regulatory consulting drives 80% of revenue, with consistent 8-9% annual growth and robust profitability, all funded by operations. Strategic capital returns, talent investment, and a diversified practice portfolio support long-term value creation.
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Record Q3 revenue and profitability were achieved, with strong growth in antitrust, energy, and legal services. Guidance for full-year revenue and margins was reaffirmed, and a 17% dividend increase was announced. Utilization and lead conversion rates remain robust.
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A leading consultancy with a 60-year history, strong client retention, and robust financial growth, has outpaced competitors in revenue and profit expansion. Strategic focus remains on talent investment, disciplined capital returns, and maintaining pricing power, with a positive outlook for 2024.
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Q2 revenue rose 5.9% year-over-year, with strong growth in antitrust, life sciences, and IP practices. Full-year guidance was raised for both revenue and EBITDA margin, reflecting broad-based strength and portfolio optimization. Regulatory scrutiny and M&A activity remain key market drivers.
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Legal and regulatory consulting drives most revenue, with strong client relationships and selective hiring fueling consistent growth. Despite 2023 market volatility, revenue and shareholder returns hit records, and operational metrics are improving into 2024.
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Strong growth in legal and regulatory consulting is driven by high-profile client relationships and robust demand amid global regulatory pressures. Consistent financial performance, disciplined capital returns, and a focus on deepening core services position the firm for continued success.