Why is PJT Down Today?

PJT
$138.62
▼ -2.87% ($-3.98)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 4:34 PM ET (215 min ago)

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: 50%

50% Confident

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

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 PJT showing strong bearish momentum
PJT is down 2.9% today on 0.3x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.3x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

INVESTMENT ADVICE sector: -0.8%

PJT is outperforming its sector by -2.1%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

PJT is significantly underperforming the market (-3.0% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
PJT
This Stock
-2.87%
vs S&P 500: -3.05%
vs Nasdaq: -3.18%

📊 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:
$134.46 - $141.39

Key Level to Watch

$131.68 support
Watch for breakdown below $138.62

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 4:34 PM (215 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.31
Put/Call Ratio
77.9%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 1,085
Put Volume: 334
Total: 1,419

Historical Context

PJT has moved more than 3.0% down on 14 occasions in the past year.

28.6%
Continuation Rate
4/14 times continued down
+0.22%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 15, 2026 (-3.4%) → Next day: -1.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is PJT stock down today?

PJT is down 2.9% today on 0.3x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is PJT stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, PJT shows 50% 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 $138.62. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $134.46 - $141.39. 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: $131.68 (support).

Is PJT stock oversold or overbought?

PJT's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 23.7. This indicates oversold conditions - the stock may be due for a bounce as selling pressure appears exhausted.

What is the momentum for PJT stock?

PJT's 10-day momentum indicator is at -10.93. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is PJT outperforming or underperforming the market?

PJT (-2.87%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-3.0% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for PJT?

PJT's MACD (-7.56) is currently below the signal line (-6.06), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 38.9) is strong.

Is PJT in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, PJT is in a bearish trend. The price ($138.62) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($158.19) and 50-day SMA ($167.13). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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