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Lazard, Inc. Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $43.38, Implies 18% Upside

Lazard, Inc.'s average stock price target was reduced from $43.88 to $43.38 by 8 analysts, with estimates ranging from $36 to $60. This implies an 18% upside from the Oct. 9 closing price. The consensus rating remains 'Hold' among 11 analysts.

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Published Oct 12, 2026, 1:20 PM UTC
Analysis
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$LAZNeutralLow
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Why it matters

The price‑target reduction provides a modest upside signal but lacks a strong catalyst for immediate trade.

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Market read

Analyst target adjustment offers limited trading insight; likely low impact on price.

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What to watch

Potential hidden risks from upcoming earnings or macro conditions not reflected in the target.

Relevance 5/10Novelty 5/10Timing: today

Background

Lazard is a global financial advisory and asset management firm; analyst consensus remains Hold.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$LAZNeutralMedium confidence
Context

Analysts lowered Lazard's average price target to $43.38, implying about 18% upside from the recent close.

Expected impact

potential upward pressure as the new target signals upside

Evidence & confidence

The revised target is a fresh analyst estimate; no immediate catalyst beyond the rating change.

Market effects

Minor impact on financial advisory sector as Lazard's valuation adjusts.

Limited to US markets where Lazard trades.

Low global relevance.

Counterpoint

Investors may view the target cut as a buying opportunity given the implied upside.

Key entities

  • Lazard, Inc.

    Global financial advisory and asset management firm.

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