Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue increased by 12.4% to 171.8million,markingthehighestquarterlyrevenueinthecompany′shistory[4]−Non−GAAPnetincome,earningsperdilutedshare,andEBITDAgrewyear−over−yearby4837.1 million in cash and 70millioninborrowings,resultinginnetdebtof32.9 million [14] - A total of 12.3millionwasreturnedtoshareholders,including3.1 million in dividends and $9.2 million in share repurchases [37] - Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) was 106 days, slightly up from 105 days in the previous quarter [58] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance maintenance after strong quarter - Management indicated that maintaining guidance reflects broader market uncertainties rather than internal performance issues [41][60] Question: Talent acquisition and headcount additions - The company is cautiously adding headcount to support strong performance while aiming to improve utilization rates [45] Question: Demand drivers and visibility - Management observed consistent demand drivers across practices, with no significant deterioration noted [48][62] Question: Antitrust and M&A activity - The Antitrust & Competition Economics practice continues to perform well, with growth driven by non-merger antitrust services [62] Question: Consultant retention and hiring plans - Attrition rates are approaching normal levels, allowing for a conservative approach to hiring while still attracting top talent [67]