List of Publicly Traded Consulting Firms Listed on Major U.S. Exchanges
A comprehensive directory of publicly traded consulting firms spanning management, technology, forensic, and specialized advisory services, featuring 2026 market data and sector insights.
These companies provide a wide range of consulting services to corporations, governments and non-profits. Most of the companies on this list are smaller or mid-sized companies with the exception of Accenture which is a very large management consulting and business service company based in Ireland. The consulting sector in 2026 continues to benefit from strong demand for digital transformation, AI implementation, cybersecurity advisory, and government contracting services. Publicly traded consulting firms offer investors exposure to a capital-light business model characterized by high margins, recurring revenue streams, and specialized expertise across diverse end markets. Additional publicly traded companies providing business services can be accessed through the link below.
Key Takeaways
Consulting firms operate with minimal capital expenditure requirements, generating high returns on invested capital and strong free cash flow conversion. Explore all business service companies for broader sector context and comparative analysis.
Accenture (ACN) is the largest publicly traded consulting firm by a wide margin with a market capitalization exceeding $200 billion. The company's scale, global reach, and diversified service offerings across strategy, technology, and operations distinguish it from smaller peers.
Beyond Accenture, publicly traded consulting firms typically focus on specialized niches including government contracting (Booz Allen), forensic and litigation consulting (FTI Consulting), executive search (Heidrick & Struggles), and economic consulting (Exponent).
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Top Publicly Traded Consulting Firms by Market Cap (2026)
A comparative overview of leading publicly traded consulting firms listed on major U.S. exchanges.
| Rank | Ticker | Company | Industry | Market Cap | YTD % | P/E Ratio | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ACN | Accenture Plc. | Consulting | $215B | +6.8% | 28.5 | 1.4% |
| 2 | BAH | Booz Allen Hamilton | Consulting | $18.5B | +5.2% | 22.8 | 1.2% |
| 3 | G | Genpact Limited | Consulting | $7.2B | +3.4% | 18.9 | 0.9% |
| 4 | FCN | FTI Consulting | Consulting | $6.8B | +8.1% | 25.3 | N/A |
| 5 | EXPO | Exponent Inc. | Consulting | $4.2B | +4.7% | 35.2 | 0.7% |
| 6 | HURN | Huron Consulting Group | Consulting | $2.8B | +7.3% | 21.5 | N/A |
| 7 | ICFI | ICF International | Consulting | $2.1B | +2.9% | 19.8 | 0.3% |
| 8 | CRAI | CRA International | Consulting | $1.2B | +5.6% | 24.2 | 0.6% |
| 9 | HSII | Heidrick & Struggles | Consulting | $0.8B | -1.2% | 15.4 | 1.8% |
| 10 | RECN | Resources Connection | Consulting | $0.5B | +1.5% | 12.8 | 2.5% |
Publicly Traded Consulting Firms — Complete Company List
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Consulting Firms: Large-Cap Stocks
- Accenture Plc. (ACN) (Ireland, large-sized company: management consulting, technology and outsourcing services)
Consulting Firms: Mid-Cap Stocks
- Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (BAH) (Management and technology consulting; engineering services)
- Genpact Limited (G) (Business consulting, finance and accounting services, analytics and research, enterprise risk consulting, IT management services, supply chain and procurement services)
Consulting Firms: Small-Cap Stocks
- Exponent, Inc. (EXPO) (Multidisciplinary consulting firm)
- FTI Consulting, Inc. (FCN) (Corporate finance/restructuring, economic consulting, forensic & litigation consulting, strategic communications, technology)
- Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. (HSII) (Culture shaping, executive search, leadership consulting services)
- Huron Consulting Group Inc. (HURN) (Operational and financial consulting services)
- ICF International, Inc. (ICFI) (Management, technology and policy consulting; implementation services)
- Navigant Consulting, Inc. (NCI) (Consulting, business process management services, compliance, dispute resolution services, investigative services risk management)
- Resources Connection, Inc. (RECN) (Consulting and business initiative support services)
- The Hackett Group, Inc. (HCKT) (Strategy and operational consulting services, working capital solutions, business application consulting services)
Consulting Firms: Micro-Cap Stocks
- CRA International, Inc. (CRAI) (Litigation, regulatory and financial consulting; management consulting)
- Ecology and Environment, Inc. (EEI) (Environmental management consulting services)
- Information Services Group, Inc. (III) (Research, consulting, managed services)
Risks & Considerations
Economic Cyclicality and Discretionary Spending
Consulting services are sensitive to corporate and government budget cycles. During economic downturns, clients may defer or cancel discretionary projects, leading to revenue pressure and utilization declines, particularly for firms without long-term managed services contracts.
Talent Acquisition and Retention
Consulting firms' primary assets are their people. Intense competition for skilled professionals, particularly in high-demand areas like AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, can pressure compensation costs and impact margins if attrition rates rise.
Government Contracting Exposure
Several publicly traded consulting firms derive significant revenue from government contracts, particularly in defense and civilian agencies. Changes in federal spending priorities, budget sequestration, or contract award protests can create earnings volatility.
Competitive and Technological Disruption
The consulting industry faces disruption from technology-enabled service providers, freelance platforms, and internal corporate strategy groups. Firms must continuously invest in new capabilities and service offerings to maintain relevance and pricing power.