Goldman Sachs Keeps Hold Rating on FTI Consulting
Goldman Sachs has maintained its Hold rating on FTI Consulting (ISIN: US3029411093) with a price target of USD 151.00, according to a report dated October 5, 2026. The investment bank highlighted a noticeable gap between the company’s revenue growth and profit growth, citing the latest operating figures as a reference.
In its second-quarter 2026 earnings report released on July 30, 2026, FTI Consulting posted revenue of USD 993.46 million, a 5.30% increase from the prior-year quarter. However, GAAP net income declined to USD 57.81 million from USD 71.70 million, while earnings per share dropped to USD 1.99 from USD 2.13. Operating margin stood at 9.00% for the quarter, with operating cash flow reaching USD 152.29 million.
The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 revenue guidance of USD 3.94 billion to USD 4.10 billion but lowered its GAAP earnings-per-share guidance to USD 8.70 to USD 9.30 from USD 8.90 to USD 9.60, as reported by Zacks on October 5, 2026. Adjusted EBITDA also fell to USD 104.50 million from USD 111.60 million in the second quarter, reflecting cost pressures that are limiting earnings conversion.
As of October 5, 2026, FTI Consulting’s stock closed at EUR 122.00 on Lang & Schwarz and at USD 137.61 on the NYSE on October 6, 2026, with a market capitalization of USD 3.8 billion. The stock’s 52-week range is USD 129.12 to USD 189.30. The ongoing debate centers on whether the company can translate its revenue outlook into stronger earnings amid recent margin pressures.