Why is PJT Down Today?

PJT
$163.90
▼ -4.57% ($-7.48)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:32 PM ET

About PJT Partners Inc.

PJT Partners Inc is an advisory-focused investment bank that offers a portfolio of advisory services designed to help its clients achieve their strategic objectives. The company delivers a range of strategic advisory, capital markets advisory, restructuring and special situations, and shareholder ad...

Sector: INVESTMENT ADVICE
Market Cap: $4.22B
Forward P/E: 20.9
52-Week Range: $127.73 - $195.62
Employees: 1,143

Overall Confidence: 60%

60% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SYMPATHY 60% Confidence
🎯 Outperforming sector by 4.7%
This stock is significantly underperforming its INVESTMENT ADVICE sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.6x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

INVESTMENT ADVICE sector: +0.1%

PJT is outperforming its sector by -4.7%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

PJT is significantly underperforming the market (-5.4% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
PJT
This Stock
-4.57%
vs S&P 500: -5.42%
vs Nasdaq: -5.44%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, PJT is expected to trade between:
$158.98 - $167.18

Key Level to Watch

$155.70 support
Watch for breakdown below $163.90

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:32 PM (-199 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.5
Put/Call Ratio
53.3%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 781
Put Volume: 387
Total: 1,168

Historical Context

PJT has moved more than 3.0% down on 12 occasions in the past year.

16.7%
Continuation Rate
2/12 times continued down
+0.56%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 10, 2026 (-3.5%) → Next day: -4.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is PJT stock down today?

This stock is significantly underperforming its INVESTMENT ADVICE sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

Is PJT stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, PJT shows 60% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the PJT stock price target?

PJT is currently trading at $163.90. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $158.98 - $167.18. See long-term price prediction →

Will PJT stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that PJT's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $155.70 (support).

Is PJT stock oversold or overbought?

PJT's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 37.6. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for PJT stock?

PJT's 10-day momentum indicator is at -14.76. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is PJT outperforming or underperforming the market?

PJT (-4.57%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-5.4% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for PJT?

PJT's MACD (1.19) is currently below the signal line (2.84), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 13.2) is weak.

Is PJT in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, PJT is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $176.34, 50-day SMA: $171.04.

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