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Jefferies lowers MasTec stock price target to $353 on revised estimates

Jefferies reduced its price target for MasTec (NYSE:MTZ) to $353 from $359, citing revised estimates post-Q3 report. The firm noted growth in pipeline and power delivery, record backlog, and maintained a Buy rating. Other analysts also adjusted targets downward due to permitting delays and project timelines. MasTec's Q3 revenue beat estimates at $5.15B, but EPS missed slightly at $2.96.

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Published Nov 4, 2026, 9:14 AM UTC
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Primary signal
$MTZ
Bearish
high confidence
Mentioned
$MTZ
Relevance
8/10
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$MTZBearishHigh
01

Why it matters

The earnings beat on revenue but miss on EPS led to mixed analyst sentiment, resulting in target cuts while maintaining Buy ratings.

02

Market read

Analyst target revisions provide a fresh trading signal for MTZ following its earnings release.

03

What to watch

Record backlog and power delivery strength could support earnings growth beyond current guidance.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: after earnings release today

Background

MasTec reported Q3 2026 revenue of $5.15B beating forecasts, but EPS missed by $0.01; analysts adjusted targets accordingly.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$MTZBearishHigh confidence
Context

Jefferies and other analysts lowered price targets for MasTec after its Q3 2026 earnings and guidance release.

Expected impact

likely pressure as the market prices in the lower price targets

Evidence & confidence

Multiple analysts reduced targets on the same day of the earnings release, indicating a consensus view of weaker outlook.

Market effects

Sector

E&C sector may see broader scrutiny as analysts reassess growth drivers.

Regional

U.S. infrastructure and construction stocks could face similar target revisions.

Global

Limited to U.S. construction and engineering markets.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Buy rating remains unchanged; the stock may be undervalued relative to its record backlog.

Key entities

  • Company
    MasTec

    U.S. engineering and construction firm (NYSE:MTZ).

  • Analyst
    Jefferies

    Investment bank that lowered its price target to $353.

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