Huron Consulting Group (HURN) shares are soaring 5% in Thursday's intraday trading session following the release of its impressive first-quarter 2025 financial results. The consulting firm has demonstrated robust growth and surpassed analyst expectations, driving investor optimism.

The company reported a significant 14% year-over-year increase in revenue, reaching $404.1 million for Q1 2025. Net income saw an even more substantial jump of 36%, totaling $24.5 million. Earnings per share (EPS) climbed to $1.38, up from $0.99 in the same quarter last year, and beating analyst estimates by 19%. The profit margin also improved, rising from 5.1% to 6.1%, driven by higher revenue.

Analysts are particularly impressed with Huron Consulting's growth prospects. The company's sales are expected to grow by 8.9% this year, outpacing the industry average of 3.6%. Additionally, Huron Consulting boasts an impressive asset utilization ratio of 1.17, indicating efficient use of its assets to generate sales. With a favorable Growth Score and a Zacks Rank #2, the company is well-positioned for continued outperformance in the professional services sector.