Huron Consulting Reports Strong 2025 Revenue & Adjusted EPS Growth, Boosts Share Buyback to $900M

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Huron Consulting Group reported an 11.9% increase in revenues and a 21.0% rise in adjusted diluted EPS for 2025, driven by six strategic acquisitions. The board also increased the share repurchase program authorization to $900 million.

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• Strong Financial Performance

  Revenues before reimbursable expenses increased by 11.9% to $1.66 billion in 2025, with adjusted diluted EPS growing 21.0% to $7.83. Adjusted EBITDA also rose by 18.1% to $237.5 million.

• Expanded Share Repurchase Program

  The board of directors authorized a further increase to the share repurchase program from $700 million to $900 million in Q1 2026. The company repurchased 1,166,077 shares for $166.2 million in 2025.

• Strategic Acquisitions Drive Growth

  Huron completed six acquisitions in 2025, including Advancement Resources, Halpin Partnership, Eclipse Insights, TVG-Treliant Holdings, Wilson Perumal and Company, and AXIOM Systems Consulting Services, contributing $36.9 million in incremental revenues.

• Non-Cash Impairment Charges

  The company recognized $10.4 million in credit-related impairment charges on a convertible debt investment and $5.0 million on an equity investment in 2025, impacting GAAP net income and diluted EPS.

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Huron Consulting Group Inc. delivered a strong operational performance in 2025, marked by significant revenue and adjusted earnings growth, alongside an active M&A strategy and an expanded share repurchase program. While GAAP net income and diluted EPS saw a decrease due to non-cash impairment charges on investments and the absence of a prior-year litigation settlement gain, the underlying business health, as reflected in adjusted metrics, remains robust. The substantial increase in the share repurchase authorization signals strong confidence from management and a commitment to returning capital to shareholders. The company's strategic acquisitions further bolster its market position and service offerings.