Piper Sandler reiterates Overweight rating on SEI Investments, $129 price target
Piper Sandler maintained an Overweight rating on SEI Investments with a $129 price target, implying 19% upside. The company reported $46.8M in 3Q26 sales, its second-best quarter, and core EPS of $1.64, exceeding estimates. Strong performance in alternatives and positive management commentary were noted.
How this was made

The 30-second read
Why it matters
The analyst's higher target could attract new buying interest.
Market read
Analyst upgrade may drive short-term price appreciation for SEI.
What to watch
Potential macro headwinds could limit upside.
Background
SEI Investments reported strong Q3 sales and EPS beat, prompting the rating reiteration.
Ticker impact
Piper Sandler reiterated Overweight rating on SEI with a $129 price target, implying 19% upside.
upward pressure as investors price in the new target
The rating change and target are fresh analyst guidance that can prompt buying.
Market effects
May boost sentiment in the financial services sector.
Limited to U.S. markets where SEI trades.
Low
Counterpoint
Target may be overly optimistic if earnings miss expectations.
Key entities
- analyst firmPiper Sandler
Issued the Overweight rating and $129 target.
- companySEI Investments
Subject of the rating and price target.
