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The Hackett Group Inc(HCKT)
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for HCKT
09/24/2026: HCKT (1-star) is a SELL. SELL for 1 day. Simulated Profits (-10.44%). Updated daily EoD!
The Hackett Group is a focused strategic advisory firm that provides benchmarking and digital transformation consulting services. Its core strength lies in its proprietary performance data, which builds lasting, high-value client relationships. The company's primary growth story centers on its ability to help organizations navigate complex digital migrations and integrate AI into their operations. However, the firm faces risks from larger consulting competitors and sensitivity to corporate discretionary spending cycles. The stock may best suit value or dividend-focused investors looking for steady, research-backed exposure to the enterprise IT market, provided they monitor consulting industry demand trends.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers steady rather than explosive growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock tends to trade based on long-term fundamentals rather than short-term price momentum. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its earnings consistency. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company provides a reliable and growing dividend payout. |
| Low-risk investor | Medium fit | While stable, consulting firms are susceptible to economic cycles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock can react sharply to earnings surprises due to the relatively small market capitalization. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The company generally maintains reasonable valuation multiples. |
| Competition risk (consulting giants) | High | Large competitors have greater resources to out-market or underprice niche consulting services. |
| Business quality | Medium / high | |
| Dividend income | Low | Dividend payouts are secure but provide lower yields compared to income-focused stocks. |
| Execution risk | Medium | The business relies heavily on high-quality talent to deliver expert advisory services. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -23.21% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/24/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 254.00M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.47 | 1Y Target Price 16.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.47 | 1Y Target Price 16.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 204.2K shares | Beta 0.93 | 52 Weeks Range 8.95 - 19.99 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 8.95 - 19.99 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.64% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.62 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Strategic Advisory | Consulting on enterprise software implementation and operational process improvement. | The company earns fees by helping other businesses become more efficient through technology and expert advice. |
| Research/Benchmarking | Subscription-based access to performance metrics and proprietary data. | This provides predictable, recurring revenue through annual membership contracts. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.47 | Forward PE 6.49 | Enterprise Value 326.60M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 |
Enterprise Value 326.60M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.14 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.86 | Shares Outstanding 24.88M | Shares Floating 21.89M |
Shares Outstanding 24.88M | Shares Floating 21.89M | ||
Percent Insiders 12.62 | Percent Institutions 86.04 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About The Hackett Group Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Miami, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1998-05-28 | Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO Mr. Ted A. Fernandez | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Information Technology Services | Full time employees 1491 | Website https://www.thehackettgroup.com |
Full time employees 1491 | Website https://www.thehackettgroup.com | ||
The Hackett Group, Inc. operates as an intellectual property platform-based generative artificial intelligence strategic consulting and executive advisory digital transformation in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company offers Hackett AI XPLR, an enterprise-wide Gen AI assessment, ideation and solution design platform; XT, a Gen AI"enabled business transformation acceleration platform; AIXelerator, a platform designed to support enterprise application implementation and modernization engagements; Ask Hackett and Hackett Connect, a Gen AI"assisted knowledge and insight capability that enables Hackett associates to support delivery of executive advisory and applied intelligence programs; Quantum Leap, a software-as-a-service platform, and Digital Transformation Platform, a platform that translate benchmark insight into actionable execution steps; and ZBrain, a Gen AI engineering and agentic workflow build capability. It also provides Gen AI"enabled delivery platforms including, supply chain and operation, finance, human resources, information technology, procurement, corporate services, as well as selected enterprise application implementation services, including Oracle, SAP, OneStream, and eProcurement applications. In addition, the company offers oracle solutions that help clients to choose and deploy oracle applications that meet needs and objectives; SAP solutions, including planning, architecture, and vendor evaluation and selection through implementation, customization, testing, and integration; post-implementation support, change and exception management, process transparency, system documentation, and end-user training; off-shore application development, and application maintenance and support services; and sells SAP suite of applications. The company was formerly known as Answerthink, Inc. and changed its name to The Hackett Group, Inc. in 2008. The Hackett Group, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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