FTI Consulting, Inc. has reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, with revenues of $983.3 million, an increase of $85.1 million, or 9.5 percent, compared to $898.3 million in the prior year quarter.The growth was driven by higher revenues in the Corporate Finance, Strategic Communications and Technology segments, partially offset by a decline in the Economic Consulting segment. Excluding an estimated positive impact of foreign currency translation, revenues increased $60.8 million, or 6.8 percent year on year.Net income for the quarter stood at $57.6 million, compared to $61.8 million in the prior year quarter. The decline was attributed to higher direct costs and selling, general and administrative expenses, which included legal settlement gains in the prior year period, along with increased interest expense and a higher effective tax rate.Adjusted EBITDA was $96.8 million, representing 9.8 percent of revenues, compared to $115.2 million, or 12.8 percent of revenues, in the prior year quarter.Earnings per share for Q1 2026 came in at $1.90, compared to $1.74 in Q1 2025. The prior year quarter included a $25.3 million special charge related to severance and employee-related costs, reducing EPS by $0.55. Excluding this impact, adjusted EPS in Q1 2025 was $2.29.Commenting on the performance, Steven H. Gunby, CEO and Chairman, said the company delivered strong revenue growth, which translated into solid bottom-line results despite higher tax rates and SG&A expenses.Cash and capital positionNet cash used in operating activities was $310.0 million for the quarter, compared to $465.2 million in the prior year period. The decrease was primarily due to lower forgivable loan issuances, higher cash collections and reduced income tax payments, partially offset by increased compensation payments.During the quarter, the company repurchased 787,098 shares at an average price of $161.11 per share, for a total of $126.8 million. As of March 31, 2026, $364.9 million remained available under the stock repurchase program.Cash and cash equivalents stood at $198.3 million as of March 31, 2026, compared to $151.1 million a year earlier and $265.1 million as of December 31, 2025. Total debt, net of cash, was $556.7 million, compared to $8.9 million in the prior year quarter and $99.9 million at the end of 2025.Segment performanceCorporate Finance revenues rose 19.2 percent to $409.5 million, driven by demand for turnaround and restructuring, transactions and transformation services. Segment operating income increased to $85.2 million, while adjusted segment EBITDA was $88.7 million.Forensic and Litigation Consulting revenues increased 1.2 percent to $192.9 million. Segment operating income declined to $23.1 million, and adjusted segment EBITDA was $25.3 million.Economic Consulting revenues declined 2.3 percent to $175.6 million. The segment reported an operating loss of $7.3 million, compared to operating income in the prior year. Adjusted segment EBITDA was a loss of $5.9 million.Technology revenues increased 5.3 percent to $102.3 million. Segment operating income rose to $7.7 million, while adjusted segment EBITDA was $11.8 million.Strategic Communications revenues increased 18.4 percent to $103.0 million. Segment operating income rose to $20.8 million, and adjusted segment EBITDA was $21.9 million.OutlookFTI Consulting has reaffirmed its full-year 2026 revenue guidance in the range of $3.940 billion to $4.100 billion. The company also maintained its EPS guidance between $8.90 and $9.60, with no expected difference between EPS and adjusted EPS.No fireworks here. Just a company growing on one side, bleeding a little on the other, and calling it balance. That’s corporate poetry for you.

FTI Consulting has appointed Benedict Brogan as Senior Managing Director within its strategic communications segment.Brogan will be part of the firm’s work across corporate reputation and public affairs, providing counsel to financial services clients across the EMEA region.He brings experience advising chief executive officers and boards on political risk, financial regulatory policy and corporate reputation.Before joining FTI Consulting, Brogan served as Managing Director at Global Counsel. Prior to that, he spent a decade at Lloyds Banking Group as Group Public Affairs Director.Earlier in his career, he worked in journalism, including serving as Deputy Editor at The Daily Telegraph.Commenting on the appointment, Neil Doyle, who leads the firm’s financial services sector, said Brogan’s experience supporting senior leaders through complex issues will add to the firm’s ability to advise clients navigating a changing and closely scrutinised environment.

Kainoa Blaisdell has rejoined FTI Consulting as Managing Director within its Strategic Communications segment.Blaisdell is part of the firm’s global financial communications and special situations practice. His role includes advising on financial communications, investor relations, stakeholder engagement, government affairs, as well as crisis and reputation management, primarily for clients in financial services and alternative investments.He will also support the firm’s capabilities in private markets and event-driven situations, including transactions, restructurings, litigation and crisis communications.Blaisdell said he looks forward to working with regional and global leadership teams to advise clients during periods of transformation and crisis.Tom Evrard, Senior Managing Director and Head of Southeast Asia Strategic Communications at FTI Consulting, said Blaisdell’s experience in financial communications and special situations will support the firm’s advisory capabilities across the region.Prior to rejoining FTI Consulting, Blaisdell was with Sandpiper, where he served as financial practice lead for APAC. He had earlier spent two years at FTI Consulting as Managing Director, working across financial communications and special situations, including investor relations, M&A, restructuring and shareholder activism.His experience also spans roles across investment research, journalism and private wealth management in Europe and Asia Pacific.

FTI Consulting, Inc. reported fourth quarter 2025 revenues of $990,746,000, up 3.6% from $956,167,000 in Q3 2025 and 10.7% from $894,924,000 in Q4 2024. Revenue growth excluding the estimated impact of foreign currency translation was 9.1% compared to the prior year quarter.Net income for Q4 2025 was $54,531,000, compared to $82,818,000 in the previous quarter and $49,710,000 in Q4 2024. Earnings per diluted share were $1.78, versus $2.60 in Q3 2025 and $1.38 in Q4 2024. Adjusted earnings per diluted share were $1.78, compared to $2.60 in Q3 2025 and $1.56 in Q4 2024.Adjusted EBITDA in Q4 2025 totaled $106,238,000, compared to $130,573,000 in Q3 2025 and $73,743,000 in Q4 2024. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 10.7%, compared to 13.7% in the prior quarter and 8.2% in the year-ago period.Q4 2025 Segment PerformanceCorporate Finance generated revenues of $423,189,000, increasing 4.5% sequentially and 26.1% year over year. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $80,112,000, with a margin of 18.9%.Forensic and Litigation Consulting reported revenues of $192,879,000, down 0.9% from Q3 2025 and up 9.7% from Q4 2024. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $23,818,000, with a margin of 12.3%.Economic Consulting recorded revenues of $176,225,000, up 1.8% quarter over quarter and down 14.5% year over year. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $1,027,000, with a margin of 0.6%.Technology posted revenues of $99,047,000, up 5.3% from Q3 2025 and 9.3% from Q4 2024. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $14,798,000, representing a 14.9% margin.Strategic Communications reported revenues of $99,406,000, rising 11.2% sequentially and 14.8% year over year. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $19,039,000, with a margin of 19.2%.Full Year 2025 ResultsFor the year ended December 31, 2025, revenues totaled $3,788,857,000, an increase of 2.4% from $3,698,652,000 in 2024. Revenue growth excluding the estimated impact of foreign currency translation was 1.6%.Net income for FY 2025 was $270,871,000, compared to $280,088,000 in FY 2024. Earnings per diluted share were $8.24, up from $7.81 in 2024. Adjusted earnings per diluted share were $8.83, compared to $7.99 in the prior year.Adjusted EBITDA for the full year was $463,615,000, compared to $403,685,000 in 2024. Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 12.2% from 10.9%.Full Year 2025 Segment BreakdownCorporate Finance generated $1,550,969,000 in revenues, up 11.5% year over year. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $314,124,000, with a 20.3% margin.Forensic and Litigation Consulting reported revenues of $764,687,000, up 10.8%. Adjusted Segment EBITDA totaled $135,145,000, with a margin of 17.7%.Economic Consulting posted revenues of $720,829,000, down 16.5% from 2024. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $25,079,000, with a margin of 3.5%.Technology revenues were $373,883,000, reflecting a 10.5% decline year over year. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $45,318,000, with a margin of 12.1%.Strategic Communications generated revenues of $378,489,000, up 12.6% from the previous year. Adjusted Segment EBITDA was $67,332,000, with a margin of 17.8%.Cash and Capital PositionAs of December 31, 2025, cash and cash equivalents stood at $265,091,000, compared to $145,967,000 at September 30, 2025 and $660,493,000 at December 31, 2024.Accounts receivable, net, were $1,037,678,000. Days Sales Outstanding was 88 days, compared to 102 days in Q3 2025 and 97 days in Q4 2024.Net cash provided by operating activities for FY 2025 was $152,132,000. Free Cash Flow totaled $93,601,000, compared to $360,197,000 in 2024.Total debt as of December 31, 2025 was $365,000,000.

FTI Consulting, Inc. has announced the appointment of Usman Javed as a Senior Director - Strategic Communications. In his role at FTI Consulting, Javed will support the growth of the firm?ÇÖs capabilities in the Middle East, providing strategic and policy advisory services, with a particular emphasis on the financial services and energy sectors.Javed, who is based in Riyadh, brings a decade of experience as a British diplomat and economist to FTI Consulting. He has established strong relationships with key institutions and influential entities within the Kingdom. Javed previously served as First Secretary and Head of Economic Diplomacy at the British Embassy in Riyadh, where he led policy, trade and investment initiatives between the UK and Saudi Arabia. Whilst at the British Embassy, he also spearheaded the UK?ÇÖs support of Saudi Arabia?ÇÖs Vision 2030 agenda to deliver economic diversification, launching various initiatives across priority sectors including clean energy, financial services, technology and critical minerals.  ?Ç£Usman?ÇÖs appointment is one of several recent investments that demonstrate FTI Consulting?ÇÖs commitment to its business in the Kingdom,?Ç¥ said Oliver Williams, Head of FTI Consulting?ÇÖs Strategic Communications segment in the Middle East.?Ç£As Vision 2030 enters its next phase, we?ÇÖre committed to enhancing our presence here to help our clients implement its delivery. Usman brings a deep understanding of that agenda, as well as extensive relationships across government and industry. He is a key hire for us and we are delighted to welcome him to the firm.?Ç¥The appointment of Javed underscores FTI Consulting?ÇÖs continued commitment to strengthen its presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council, following the launch of its operations in Riyadh in 2022. The firm?ÇÖs Middle East team supports clients in addressing an array of business-critical issues that contribute to the development of the region?ÇÖs capital markets and business landscape. FTI Consulting has advised on several landmark IPOs, including Modern Mills?ÇÖ record-breaking listing on the main market of the Saudi exchange.Commenting on his appointment, Javed said: ?Ç£I am delighted to join FTI Consulting at a pivotal moment as it expands its presence in Saudi Arabia ?Çô undoubtedly one of the most transformative markets in the world. With the firm?ÇÖs global platform, the opportunity to partner across different business segments, and its clear commitment to investing in the Kingdom, we are uniquely positioned to support our clients through the exciting developments under Vision 2030.?Ç¥

Fast-growing global advisory DGA Group, rebranded from Dentons Global Advisory last month, has expanded the roles of four of its senior leaders across Europe.Gr??goire Poisson, Brussels lead and former CEO of Interel at the time of its acquisition by the newly-formed DGA in 2021, has been named global head of public affairs. Poisson, who advises clients in the energy, mobility, and sustainability sectors, will work with public affairs colleagues across markets in his new role. His focus will include service delivery, business development, and strengthening relationships between the EU and US public affairs teams, along with expanding the firm?ÇÖs network of affiliates.Partner Katherine Morgan, who joined Interel in 2014 as deputy managing partner, has been appointed Europe head of public affairs. Her new brief includes growing, developing, and aligning the public affairs practice across the region.Additionally, partner James Melville-Ross, who joined DGA from FTI Consulting in 2021, has been named Europe head of complex communications advisory. He will oversee the regional management of the practice specializing in high-stakes communications issues, including crisis management and corporate reputation. Morgan and Melville-Ross will join DGA Group?ÇÖs executive committee, where Poisson is already a member.Lastly, partner Kieran O?ÇÖKeeffe, another longtime leader at Interel, has been appointed co-head of DGA?ÇÖs Brussels office. He will work alongside Poisson to oversee all operations within the multidisciplinary team.

Racepoint Global has appointed Amy Palladino as Executive Vice President of Strategic Services, in a move to strengthen its employee communications and change management capabilities. Palladino will spearhead the growth of RPG Prism, the company's newly expanded practice dedicated to these critical areas.A seasoned communications professional with a proven track record, Palladino brings a wealth of experience to Racepoint Global. Throughout her career, she has held senior positions at leading organisations like Ketchum and Heineken, where she honed her expertise in executive communication, change management, and internal communications. Most recently, Palladino served as a Vice President at Gartner, and also boasts experience running her own change management consultancy and leading people & change initiatives at FTI Consulting."The modern workplace presents a multitude of challenges for businesses," says Bob Osmond, President of Racepoint Global. "From navigating the complexities of hybrid work to harnessing the power of AI and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, leaders need effective communication strategies to drive engagement and innovation.""Amy Palladino is a recognized leader in the communications industry," Osmond continues. "Her extensive experience partnering with renowned brands to guide them through major transformations makes her an invaluable asset to Racepoint Global. We are confident that under her leadership, RPG Prism will empower our clients to create a more informed, inspired, and collaborative workforce."Palladino's appointment underscores Racepoint Global's commitment to providing clients with the tools and expertise needed to thrive in today's dynamic business environment.