Barrington Research Rates Huron Consulting (HURN) buy

Barrington Research maintains its buy rating on Huron Consulting Group, setting a $207 price target, a 116.66% upside from the current price.

By EarningsIQ Research Desk · Published Jun 17, 2026, 1:01 PM EDT · Updated Jun 24, 2026, 8:01 AM EDT

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Barrington Research rated Huron Consulting Group Inc. ($HURN) "buy" with a $207 price target on June 17, 2026.

Since the rating, $HURN is down 9.1% after 1 week, up 8.1% after 1 month and up 64.7% to date (from the $106.20 close on Jun 17, 2026).

HURN Huron Consulting Group Inc.

$174.86 +2.23% year to date

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Key Points

Barrington Research reiterated its buy rating on Huron Consulting Group, with a target price of $207 on June 17, 2026.
Barrington Research's $207 price target implies 116.66% upside from Huron Consulting Group Inc.'s ($HURN) current $95.54 share price.
Huron Consulting Group shares are trading at $107.66, with a market cap of $1.75 billion and a P/E ratio of 18.4.
Insiders have been active, with recent sales and purchases, while analysts broadly recommend the stock as a strong buy.

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Barrington Research has reaffirmed its buy rating on Huron Consulting Group Inc. (NasdaqGS: HURN) with a price target of $207. This reiteration was made on June 17, 2026, by analyst Kevin Steinke. Huron's stock is currently trading at $107.66.

Other Institutional Activity in Huron Consulting Group

Several institutional investors have made moves in Huron Consulting Group recently. BlackRock, Inc. slightly reduced its position by 10,193 shares, ending with 1,313,791 shares valued at about $167.5 million. Fiduciary Management Inc. increased its holdings significantly by 379,075 shares, resulting in a total of 903,400 shares worth roughly $115.2 million. On the other hand, Boston Partners trimmed its stake by 36,023 shares, holding 800,025 shares valued at approximately $102.1 million. UBS Asset Management also cut back by 29,073 shares, leaving it with 752,216 shares valued at $95.9 million.

Huron Consulting Group Inc. Stock Down 39.7%

Shares of Huron Consulting Group are trading near $107.66. The company has a market capitalization of $1.75 billion and a P/E ratio of 18.4. Its forward P/E is a more attractive 10.5, indicating potential growth. Huron has a beta of 0.094, suggesting lower volatility compared to the broader market. The stock's 52-week range is between $100.10 and $186.78, with a 50-day moving average of $117.15 and a 200-day moving average of $145.05.

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$HURN price target

Huron Consulting Group Inc. daily closes and this analyst's $207 target. Not advice.

Recent Earnings

Huron Consulting Group reported revenues of $1.71 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 12.1%. The company achieved an EPS of $5.85, with a net margin of 6.064% and a return on equity of 23.27%. The next earnings release is scheduled for August 6, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at Huron Consulting Group Inc.

Insider activity at Huron Consulting Group includes sales by Joy Brown, who sold 1,821 shares on May 22, 2026, at an average price of $105.01. On May 11, 2026, Debra Zumwalt and Ekta Singh-Bushell each sold 598 and 443 shares, respectively, at $118.44, with these transactions planned in advance. Additionally, on May 8, 2026, Eugene Lockhart, Peter Kenneth Markell, and Debra Zumwalt each bought 1,500 shares.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 17, 2026, Barrington Research maintained its buy rating on Huron Consulting Group with a $207 price target. Truist Securities also kept a buy rating on June 9, 2026, with a target of $155. Wedbush assumed coverage with a buy rating and a $160 price target on April 9, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a strong buy rating, with an average target price of $184.25.

About Huron Consulting Group

Huron Consulting Group Inc., headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, provides professional services globally across various sectors, including healthcare, education, and commercial industries. The firm offers consulting services in financial and operational performance, digital and technology solutions, organizational transformation, and more. Led by CEO C. Mark Hussey, Huron employs approximately 7,989 people.

Bottom Line

Huron Consulting Group remains a focus for investors due to its strong buy ratings and significant institutional interest. Barrington Research's reaffirmation underscores confidence in the company's growth potential. Investors should note that analyst ratings and targets reflect opinions as of their release and may not indicate future performance.