LAZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LAZ - Lazard, Inc.
$44.15
1.38 (3.23%)
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5d:
-1.1%
30d:
+2.56%
90d:
-7.4%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: LAZ shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: LAZ shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$81.68
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$50.72
12.9% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 10.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LAZ is currently trading at $44.15, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $42.29 to $44.47. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 11.5) is in line with its historical norms (10.9). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAZ is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $42.31, while resistance sits at $46.05. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 47/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAZ is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $42.31, while resistance sits at $46.05. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 47/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$42.29 -
$44.47
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.3%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (47/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.2%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($47.38)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.7% growth with 0.1% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$42.29 -
$44.47
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$42.32
Resistance Level
$46.05
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.47
Wall Street Target
$47.38
(+7.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-94.2%
Profit Margin
7.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.7% premium
PE vs Historical
11.5 vs 10.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$44.90
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$45.66
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$46.44
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→11)
PE COMPRESSION
$44.12
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 72.6%)
$260.66
(+490%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.5, Growth: 72.6%)
$149.01
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.8, Growth: 72.6%)
$126.66
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.28 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.92
Bull Case
$94.09
(+113%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 24.5
Base Case
$85.54
(+94%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 22.3
Bear Case
$29.08
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
3
Sells
Net
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