Piper Sandler upgrades Jack Henry to Overweight with $175 price target

Piper Sandler raised its rating on Jack Henry & Associates (JKHY) from Neutral to Overweight, citing improved risk‑reward and high earnings visibility. The firm set a new price target of $175, noting client retention above 99% and a record 58 competitive core wins in fiscal 2026. It also projected core earnings per share of $7.21 for FY2027, $7.89 for FY2028 and $8.54 for FY2029.

The upgrade and $175 target suggest upside of about 17% from the current price, which could attract buying interest and support the stock’s momentum.

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