Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) Fair Value 2026

HURN · Services-Management Consulting Services ·

By CirclFi Research Team · Data from SEC EDGAR, FRED & GDELT

Quality Score

9.2 /10

32 fundamental signals · 11 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (12/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-07-13, Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) trades at $111.23, approximately 49% below CirclFi’s Bayesian DCF fair value of $218.25. QOC: 9.2/10. Value Trap Risk: 12/100 (SAFE). 11/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
HURN
Price
$111.23
Quality Score
9.2/10
Value Trap Risk
12/100
Models Active
11/13
Last Updated
Strength: Bayesian DCF suggests +96.2% upside with 62% confidence
Risk: Limited model coverage (11/13) may reduce confidence

Valuation Matrix

11 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($111.23)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Bayesian DCF
High Conviction
 $218.25 +96.2%
Earnings Power Value
High Conviction
 $20.34 -81.7%
CUCE Ensemble
Low Conviction
 $133.78 +20.3%
First Chicago
High Conviction
 $144.50 +29.9%

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What Is Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Huron Consulting Group Inc. presents a highly debated valuation profile at its current price of $111.23. The composite intrinsic value is estimated at $115.54 (+3.9% average upside), masking a wide model spread between the 5 bullish models and 6 bearish models. Model dispersion is worth noting: RCMH-DCF targets $262.65 (+136.1%), versus EPV at $20.34 (-81.7%). This +217.8% range highlights the importance of multi-model analysis rather than relying on any single methodology.

What Do the Models Say About HURN?

11 of 13 models are currently active for HURN. Of these, 5 models suggest upside while 6 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates HURN's intrinsic value at $218.25, implying +96.2% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does HURN Rank in Services-Management Consulting Services?

Among 28 Services-Management Consulting Services stocks, HURN ranks #3 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 9.2/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 9.2 places HURN in the top tier.

Huron Consulting Group Inc. operates in a competitive landscape where fundamental quality metrics are key differentiators for long-term value creation.

Is HURN a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns HURN a score of 12/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →

Multi-Model Methodology

11 of 13 models are active for Huron Consulting Group Inc.. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →

According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, which evaluates 32 signals including margin stability, revenue growth trajectory, leverage, and free cash flow generation, Huron Consulting Group Inc. is rated at 9.2/10. This elite-tier score ranks among the highest-quality businesses in our coverage universe.

The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +217.8% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every HURN valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →

Across HURN's 11 active models, average confidence is 44%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.

CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →

This analysis is produced by the CirclFi Valuation Engine using quantitative models applied to SEC EDGAR filings, public market feeds, and FRED macroeconomic indicators. It is not financial advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Huron Consulting Group Inc.

What is Huron Consulting Group Inc.'s intrinsic value in 2026?

Based on CirclFi's 13-model analysis, Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) has multiple fair value estimates. The Bayesian DCF model runs 10,000 Monte Carlo simulations with jump-diffusion to estimate intrinsic value at $218.25. The Quality of Company score is 9.2/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is HURN overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $111.23, 5 of 11 active models suggest HURN may be undervalued, while 6 indicate potential overvaluation. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits Huron Consulting Group Inc.'s business model in Services-Management Consulting Services.

What does a Quality of Company score of 9.2 mean for HURN?

Huron Consulting Group Inc.'s QOC of 9.2/10 reflects 32 fundamental signals: profitability margins, revenue growth consistency, balance sheet leverage, free cash flow generation, and capital allocation efficiency. Scores above 7 indicate strong fundamentals and disciplined management.

How many valuation models does CirclFi run on HURN?

CirclFi analyzes HURN with 13 institutional-grade models daily: Bayesian DCF (Monte Carlo + jump-diffusion), EPV (Greenwald zero-growth), EROIC Spread (McKinsey reinvestment), First Chicago (3-scenario), Markov DDM (regime-switching), ML-RIV (machine learning residual income), Dynamic NAV (asset-based), PWERM (option-theoretic), Regime Cross-Sectional (relative), Sentiment SOTP (hybrid), CUCE Ensemble (meta-model), FTNN Topology (neural network), and RCMH-DCF (conditional regime). Currently 11 of 13 are active for this stock. Read the full methodology →

Is HURN a value trap in 2026?

Huron Consulting Group Inc.'s Value Trap score is 12/100 (SAFE). This low score indicates the current valuation is not artificially depressed by fundamental deterioration, suggesting genuine opportunity rather than a trap. Browse stocks by value-trap risk →

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