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Lazard has a storied history that can be traced back to 1848. The company's revenue is nearly equally split between financial advisory, such as acquisition and restructuring advisory, and asset management. The company's asset management business is primarily equities (over 80% of assets under management), has an international focus, and is geared toward institutional clients. By geography, the company earns approximately 60% of revenue in the Americas, 35% in EMEA, and 5% in Asia-Pacific. Lazard has offices across more than 20 countries and over 3,000 employees.

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Wall Street is struggling to find risk-on momentum, with major indexes stuck near the flatline at midday as investors assess the latest earnings reports from mega-cap tech stocks and weaker-than-expected U.S. economic growth in the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/01/43336153/us-economy-grows-below-q4-estimates-as-consumer-spending-hits-7-quarter-high"> final quarter of 2024.</a>
After Tuesday's rally — which followed a selloff triggered by DeepSeek&#8217;s impact earlier in the week — caution has taken hold, signaling the wounds from the downturn are still fresh.
Microsoft Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NYSE">MSFT</a>) is among the hardest-hit stocks, plunging more than 6%, which could mark its worst daily decline<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/43333060/msft-stock-declines-over-4-in-premarket-after-q2-results-ceo-satya-nadella-says-deepseek-has-some-r"> since October 2022</a>.
Despite reporting overall stronger-than-expected earnings, Microsoft&#8217;s cloud segment, Azure, fell short of growth expectations, and the company slightly missed its revenue guidance for the ongoing quarter.
In contrast, Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) climbed 1.7% post-earnings, reaching new all-time highs.
Another major laggard was United Parcel Service Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>), which plummeted 15%, potentially heading for its worst single-day drop <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/43335015/ups-q4-earnings-major-customer-volume-cut-raises-jitters-stock-tanks">since going public in 2002</a>.
UPS Chief Financial Officer Brian Dykes revealed during the earnings call the company reached an agreement in principle with Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) to significantly cut the volume of packages it handles for the e-commerce giant, aiming for a 50% reduction by the second half of 2026.
The U.S. dollar and bond yields remained stable following the Federal Reserve's decision Wednesday to keep interest rates unchanged at 4.25%-4.5%.
Among commodities, precious metals stood out, with gold rising 1.4% to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/25/01/43348204/gold-hits-record-high-as-central-banks-ease-stance-5-mining-stocks-rally">new all-time highs </a>and silver climbing 2.4%.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) edged up 1% to around $105,000.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>• Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,306.29</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
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<td>• Dow Jones</td>
<td>44,866.30</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
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<td>• S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>6,054.43</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
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<td>• Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>21,420.81</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:50 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent012925&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&nbsp;inched 0.2% higher to $603.10.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) edged up by 0.2% to $448.22.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;edged 0.1% lower to $521.30.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rose 1.2% to $228.50.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) outperformed, up 1.7%; the&nbsp;Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>), lagged down 0.4%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
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<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) rose 4.4% in reaction to quarterly earnings results. </li>
<li>Other stocks reacting to earnings include:
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<li>ServiceNow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>) down 12.6%</li>
<li>International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) up 12.3%</li>
<li>Lam Research Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>) up 7.96%</li>
<li>Raymond James Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) down 1.15%</li>
<li>Ameriprise Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMP#NYSE">AMP</a>) down 3.08%</li>
<li>Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) up 4.53%</li>
<li>Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>) up 10.4%</li>
<li>Lazard Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) up 3.58%</li>
<li>Kirby Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEX#NYSE">KEX</a>) up 7.22%</li>
<li>Flagstar Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLG#NYSE">FLG</a>) up 16.46%</li>
<li>Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) down 4.43%</li>
<li>Northrop Grumman Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) down 2.04%</li>
<li>Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) down 6.09%</li>
<li>Valero Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>) down 2.5%, </li>
<li>Cigna Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CI#NYSE">CI</a>) down 8.46%,</li>
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<li>Major companies slated to report earnings after the close are Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Visa Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>), Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), KLA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLAC#NASDAQ">KLAC</a>), PPG Industries Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPG#NYSE">PPG</a>), ResMed Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RMD#NYSE">RMD</a>), Baker Hughes Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>), Deckers Outdoor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>) and LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LPLA#NASDAQ">LPLA</a>). </li>
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<li>Acadian Asset Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAMI#NYSE">AAMI</a>) stock rose 18.4% to $29.99 during Thursday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.1 billion. </li>
<li>Lake Shore Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSBK#NASDAQ">LSBK</a>) stock moved upwards by 11.86% to $14.99. The company's market cap stands at $85.9 million. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out 4 days ago. </li>
<li>Rithm Property (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RPT#NYSE">RPT</a>) stock increased by 10.13% to $3.15. The company's market cap stands at $143.0 million. </li>
<li>Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) shares moved upwards by 10.01% to $58.0. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $5.2 billion. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>Highest Performances (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPH#NASDAQ">HPH</a>) shares increased by 9.86% to $0.27. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $66.3 million. </li>
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<li>Coincheck Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNCK#NASDAQ">CNCK</a>) shares fell 17.75% to $7.0. The company's market cap stands at $907.9 million. </li>
<li>Eason Technology (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXF#AMEX">DXF</a>) shares decreased by 10.5% to $20.56. The company's market cap stands at $4.7 million. </li>
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<li>DigiAsia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAAS#NASDAQ">FAAS</a>) shares decreased by 7.41% to $0.5. The company's market cap stands at $30.3 million. </li>
<li>mF International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MFI#NASDAQ">MFI</a>) stock declined by 6.55% to $0.7. The company's market cap stands at $9.2 million. 
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Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.78 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.55 by 41.82 percent. This is a 18.18 percent increase over earnings of $0.66 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $812.43 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $766.64 million by 5.97 percent. This is a 6.76 percent increase over sales of $760.96 million the same period last year.

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Goldman Sachs analyst Richard Ramsden maintains Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) with a Sell and lowers the price target from $51 to $44.

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Goldman Sachs Maintains Sell on Lazard, Lowers Price Target to $44

Wells Fargo analyst Michael Brown maintains Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $59 to $51.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Lazard, Lowers Price Target to $51

Ratings for Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) were provided by 5 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Lazard, presenting an average target of $59.2, a high estimate of $65.00, and a low estimate of $52.00. This current average is unchanged from the previous average price target. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736798430_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Lazard among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
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<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Aidan Hall</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
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<td>Aidan Hall</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
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<td>Ryan Kenny</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
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<td>Aidan Hall</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
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<td>Devin Ryan</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Lazard. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Lazard compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Lazard's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Lazard's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LAZ/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Lazard analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Lazard</h2>
Lazard has a storied history that can be traced back to 1848. The company's revenue is nearly equally split between financial advisory, such as acquisition and restructuring advisory, and asset management. The company's asset management business is primarily equities (over 80% of assets under management), has an international focus, and is geared toward institutional clients. By geography, the company earns approximately 60% of revenue in the Americas, 35% in EMEA, and 5% in Asia-Pacific. Lazard has offices across more than 20 countries and over 3,000 employees.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Lazard</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Lazard's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 49.05%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Lazard's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 13.3%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Lazard's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 19.46% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lazard's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.25%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Lazard's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 3.8. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Expert Outlook: Lazard Through The Eyes Of 5 Analysts

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Aidan Hall maintains Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $57 to $52.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on Lazard, Lowers Price Target to $52

Wolfe Research analyst Brendan O'Brien downgrades Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) from Outperform to Peer Perform.

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Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Aidan Hall downgrades Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) from Outperform to Market Perform and lowers the price target from $65 to $57.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Downgrades Lazard to Market Perform, Lowers Price Target to $57

Lazard CEO Orszag Says We Will Accomplish An Inflection Point On The Asset Side Of The Business In 2025

Lazard CEO Orszag Says We Will Move To An Environment In Which The Antitrust Authorities Will Not Have A Visceral Distaste For Big Tech; We Are Seeing A Lot Of Private Equity Activity Ramp Up; We Expect More Deal Making Activity Across The Board; Revenue, Shareholder Value Looking Very Positive For Lazard

Ratings for Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) were provided by 7 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $57.86, a high estimate of $65.00, and a low estimate of $51.00. This current average has increased by 4.88% from the previous average price target of $55.17. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733756416_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Lazard is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Kenny</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aidan Hall</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devin Ryan</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devin Ryan</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brennan Hawken</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Kenny</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Brown</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Lazard. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Lazard compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Lazard's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Lazard's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LAZ/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Lazard analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Lazard's Background</h2>
Lazard has a storied history that can be traced back to 1848. The company's revenue is nearly equally split between financial advisory, such as acquisition and restructuring advisory, and asset management. The company's asset management business is primarily equities (over 80% of assets under management), has an international focus, and is geared toward institutional clients. By geography, the company earns approximately 60% of revenue in the Americas, 35% in EMEA, and 5% in Asia-Pacific. Lazard has offices across more than 20 countries and over 3,000 employees.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Lazard's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: Lazard's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 49.05%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 13.3%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Lazard's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 19.46%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lazard's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 2.25%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Lazard's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 3.8, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Critical Insights From Lazard Analyst Ratings: What You Need To Know

Morgan Stanley analyst Ryan Kenny downgrades Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $60 to $63.

Morgan Stanley Downgrades Lazard to Equal-Weight, Raises Price Target to $63

Kenneth M. Jacobs Becomes Senior Chairman of the Firm
Richard D. Parsons Honored for Board Service
Lazard, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) today announced that <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lazard.com%2Four-people%2Fdan-schulman%2F&amp;esheet=54157314&amp;newsitemid=20241125060990&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Dan+Schulman&amp;index=1&amp;md5=9294548d22d082dcbbe72301bde1930a">Dan Schulman</a>, Board Member, has been appointed Lead Independent Director to succeed <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lazard.com%2Four-people%2Frichard-d-parsons%2F&amp;esheet=54157314&amp;newsitemid=20241125060990&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Richard+D.+Parsons&amp;index=2&amp;md5=7551326cfaedc7f2d975c528ec35a23c">Richard D. Parsons</a>, who remains on the Board, and that <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lazard.com%2Four-people%2Fpeter-r-orszag%2F&amp;esheet=54157314&amp;newsitemid=20241125060990&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Peter+R.+Orszag&amp;index=3&amp;md5=33bfe6ade736456635c0ba1bc89a1282">Peter R. Orszag</a>, Lazard CEO and Board Member, has been appointed Chairman of the Board, effective January 1, 2025.
<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lazard.com%2Four-people%2Fkenneth-jacobs%2F&amp;esheet=54157314&amp;newsitemid=20241125060990&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Kenneth+M.+Jacobs&amp;index=4&amp;md5=15c384676e8047d00a69bda405018059">Kenneth M. Jacobs</a>, Executive Chairman and Board Member, will become Senior Chairman of the Firm and Senior Advisor to the Board, and relinquish his board seat effective December 31, 2024. In his role as Senior Chairman, Mr. Jacobs will continue to advise many of the firm's most important clients and relationships globally.
These transitions represent a successful, multi-year succession planning process across Board and senior leadership at the firm.

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Lazard Appoints Peter R. Orszag As Chairman Of The Board; Kenneth M. Jacobs Becomes Senior Chairman Of The Firm

Analysts' ratings for Lazard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAZ#NYSE">LAZ</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 6 analysts.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $57.0, a high estimate of $65.00, and a low estimate of $51.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $54.20, the current average has increased by 5.17%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730480424_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Lazard by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Aidan Hall</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devin Ryan</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devin Ryan</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brennan Hawken</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Kenny</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Brown</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Lazard. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Lazard compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Lazard's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Lazard's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LAZ/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Lazard analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Lazard Better</h2>
Lazard has a storied history that can be traced back to 1848. The company's revenue is nearly equally split between financial advisory, such as acquisition and restructuring advisory, and asset management. The company's asset management business is primarily equities (over 80% of assets under management), has an international focus, and is geared toward institutional clients. By geography, the company earns approximately 60% of revenue in the Americas, 35% in EMEA, and 5% in Asia-Pacific. Lazard has offices across more than 20 countries and over 3,000 employees.
<h3>Lazard: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Lazard displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 6.72%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Lazard's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 7.05%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Lazard's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 11.52%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lazard's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.08%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 5.18, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Lazard, Inc. (LAZ) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

JMP Securities analyst Devin Ryan reiterated a Buy rating on Lazard (LAZ – Research Report) today and set a price target of $60.00. The company's s...

Lazard (LAZ) Receives a Rating Update from a Top Analyst

Goldman Sachs analyst James Yaro raised the firm's price target on Lazard (LAZ) to $47 from $44 but keeps a Sell rating on the shares after its Q4 ...

Lazard price target raised to $47 from $44 at Goldman Sachs

Lazard: Healthy Backlog Into Next Year, But Peers Are Competitively Valued

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SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Purcell & Lefkowitz LLP Announces Shareholder Investigation of Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ)

Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund Declares Monthly Distribution and Issues Estimated Sources of the Distribution Announced in November

Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund Announces Monthly Distribution Amount

Lazard Hires Stephen Finkel as Managing Director and Global Head of Sports Advisory

Lazard to Announce Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results

Lazard Reports December 2024 Assets Under Management

Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund Declares Monthly Distribution and Issues Estimated Sources of the Distribution Announced in December

Lazard Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.50 Per Share

Lazard Reports Fourth-quarter and Full-year 2024 Results

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