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CRA International Noble Capital Markets Emerging Growth Virtual Investor Conference summary

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Noble Capital Markets Emerging Growth Virtual Investor Conference summary8 Oct, 2025

Business overview and strategic positioning

  • Celebrated 60th anniversary, highlighting a decade of significant share price growth and strong foundational values.

  • Operates at the intersection of economics and regulation, with 80% of business in legal/regulatory consulting and 20% in management consulting.

  • Diverse workforce from over 70 countries, with less than 10% voluntary turnover among top revenue generators over five years.

  • Antitrust and competition economics, life sciences, and forensic services comprise 70-75% of revenue.

  • Served 85 of the Fortune 100 and 98 of the Am Law 100 law firms in the past two years.

Financial performance and capital allocation

  • Achieved consistent top-line and margin growth, with seven consecutive record years and 8% revenue CAGR over five years.

  • Returns about half of adjusted cash flows to shareholders, mainly through stock repurchases.

  • Average buyback price over five years was $88, with recent purchases at $162 and $187, reflecting strong returns.

  • No debt, with capital allocated to talent acquisition, shareholder returns, and modest CapEx.

  • Reduced shares outstanding by 13% in five years and over 30% in a dozen years, with dividends more than tripling since 2016.

Growth strategy and market outlook

  • Inorganic growth focuses on adding depth to existing practices and geographies, with a full talent pipeline and consistent approach expected for the next five years.

  • About one-third of revenue growth is inorganic, with the remainder organic, supporting sustainable returns.

  • M&A appetite remains strong, targeting high-quality assets aligned with current service lines and geographies.

  • Guidance for 2025 suggests continued strong performance, with updated forecasts reflecting optimism for the second half.

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CRA International Inc., operating as Charles River Associates, provides economic, financial, and management consulting services to clients across various industries. The company supports businesses, law firms, and government agencies by delivering expertise in areas such as litigation, regulatory compliance, business strategy, and market analytics. CRA's services are utilized for addressing complex challenges, including antitrust cases, corporate strategy development, and valuation analysis. The company operates through a global network of consultants and industry specialists. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and its shares are listed on the NASDAQ.

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