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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#2276
Positioning
Market Dominance
Services
Business Services
$531M
Ted A. Fernandez
The Hackett Group, Inc. operates as a strategic advisory and technology consulting firm. It offers best practice intelligence center, an online searchable repository; best practice accelerators that provide web-based access to best practices, customized software configuration tools, and best practice process flows. It also provides Oracle EEA solutions for core financial close and consolidation, integrated business planning, and reporting/advanced analytics areas.
Headcount
1.2K
HQ Base
MIAMI, Florida
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = HCKT ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$YALA Yalla Group Ltd | 75 | 89 | 99 | 80 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$GRVY GRAVITY Co., Ltd. | 75 | 82 | 96 | 71 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ISSC INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS & SUPPORT INC | 73 | 81 | 88 | 94 | 25.0x | 14.1x | 17.1% | 10.3% | 35.5% | 14.6% | 10.1% | 105.2% | 0.0% | 41.0x | $244M | VS | |
$AER AerCap Holdings N.V. | 72 | 60 | 87 | 84 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$HCSG HEALTHCARE SERVICES GROUP INC | 72 | 74 | 88 | 88 | 7.1x | 6.1x | 28.9% | 20.8% | 20.8% | 9.9% | 9.3% | 8.5% | 0.0% | 1.0x | $1.2B | VS | |
$LQDT LIQUIDITY SERVICES INC | 72 | 90 | 88 | 68 | 24.9x | 14.3x | 14.1% | 8.3% | 45.7% | 8.5% | 6.2% | 28.1% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $736M | VS | |
$TRTNpA Triton International Ltd | 71 | 70 | 89 | 70 | - | 1.7x | 0.0% | - | 97.4% | 58.0% | 37.4% | - | 8.8% | 264.0x | $2.5B | VS | |
$EDU New Oriental Education & Technology Group Inc. | 71 | 83 | 52 | 77 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$NTES NetEase, Inc. | 71 | 88 | 93 | 68 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$UTI UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE INC | 70 | 86 | 86 | 72 | 43.2x | 16.0x | 15.3% | 5.8% | 100.0% | 6.9% | 5.2% | 15.1% | 0.0% | 24.0x | $1.8B | VS | |
$HCKT HACKETT GROUP, INC. | 48 | 61 | 52 | 32 | 20.4x | 11.9x | 15.7% | 7.9% | 35.3% | 8.7% | 5.1% | -5.9% | 2.4% | 97.0x | $531M | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 23.7x | 11.7x | 5.7% | 2.4% | 64.6% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 8.6% | 0.0% | 0.3x | - | REF |
HACKETT GROUP, INC. (HCKT) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 48.4/100. It ranks #2276 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 2-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Lagging peers — losers tend to keep underperforming
Fair valuation relative to peers
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Low volatility — smoother ride and historically better risk-adjusted returns
Moderate investment profile
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Services sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
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Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 61 | 76 | -15DRAG |
| MOMENTUM | 32 | 27 | +5NEUTRAL |
| VALUATION | 52 | 56 | -4NEUTRAL |
| INVESTMENT | 40 | 68 | -28DRAG |
| STABILITY | 74 | 80 | -6DRAG |
| SHORT INT | 53 | 63 | -10DRAG |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROIC 9.3% vs WACC 8.7% (spread +0.6%)
GM 35% vs sector 65%, OM 9% vs sector 5%
Capital turnover 2.45x
Rev growth -6%, 10yr history
Interest coverage 12.5x, Net debt/EBITDA 5.5x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate HACKETT GROUP, INC. (HCKT) as a Reduce with a composite score of 48.4/100 at a current price of $13.16. The quantitative profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting limited upside potential.
HACKETT GROUP, INC. holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Services sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 48.4/100 places it at rank #2276 in our full universe.
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Returns on equity of 15.7% exceed cost of capital.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Weak momentum suggests persistent institutional selling pressure.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
HACKETT GROUP, INC. represents a reduce based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
HACKETT GROUP, INC. receives a Reduce rating from our analysis, with a composite score of 48.4/100 and 2 out of 5 stars, ranking #2276 out of 7,333 stocks. HCKT's factor profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting the stock may underperform going forward. Existing holders may want to consider trimming positions or tightening stop-losses.
With a quality score of 61/100, HCKT shows adequate but unremarkable business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 15.7% (sector avg: 5.7%), gross margins of 35.3% (sector avg: 64.6%), net margins of 5.1% (sector avg: 2.8%). This suggests the company generates acceptable returns but may lack the competitive positioning or operational efficiency to stand out from peers.
HCKT's value score of 52/100 indicates the stock is fairly valued based on its current fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 20.44x, an EV/EBITDA of 11.95x, a P/B ratio of 3.21x. At this level, neither a clear bargain nor overpriced, the stock's attractiveness depends more on forward growth expectations and qualitative factors.
With an investment score of 40/100, HCKT exhibits moderate growth-oriented spending. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of -5.9% vs. a sector average of 8.6% and a return on assets of 7.9% (sector: 2.4%). The company appears to be balancing growth investments with capital returns, though the pace of investment may not be enough to accelerate top-line growth meaningfully.
HCKT is currently showing below-average momentum at 32/100, which may indicate weakening institutional interest or negative sentiment shifts. Revenue growth stands at -5.9% year-over-year, while a beta of 0.67 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Investors should note that declining momentum can precede further price weakness, though contrarian opportunities sometimes emerge at these levels.
HCKT shows good financial stability with a score of 74/100. Key stability metrics include a beta of 0.67 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 97.00x (sector avg: 0.3x). This suggests manageable leverage and moderate price volatility, making it appropriate for investors seeking a balance between growth potential and capital preservation.
The short interest score of 53/100 for HCKT suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include elevated leverage (D/E: 97.00x), small-cap liquidity risk. With a $531M market cap (small-cap), HACKETT GROUP, INC. may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.
HCKT pays a solid dividend yield of 2.4%, contributing an income component to total returns. This moderate yield suggests a balance between returning capital to shareholders and retaining earnings for reinvestment — a common profile among quality compounders.
HACKETT GROUP, INC. is a small-cap company in the Services sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #2276 of 7,333 overall (69th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 15.7% exceeding the 5.7% sector median and operating margins of 8.7% above the 4.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Services peers.
While HCKT currently exhibits a REDUCE profile, superior opportunities exist within the SERVICES sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Improvement in Momentum (32) would have the largest impact on the composite score.
EV/EBITDA IN LINE WITH SECTOR BENCHMARKS
ROE 173% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Gross Margin 45% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
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Barrington Research analyst Vincent Colicchio maintains Hackett Group (NASDAQ:HCKT) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $27 to $17.
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Hackett Group (HCKT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 2.63% and 2.54%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081