LAZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LAZ - Lazard, Inc.
$43.65
-0.65 (-1.47%)
▼
5d:
-0.16%
30d:
-7.52%
90d:
+11.21%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 23, 2026
29d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: LAZ shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: LAZ shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$94.86
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$58.90
25.9% 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 11.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LAZ is currently trading at $43.65, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $44.03 to $48.22. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.9) compared to its historical average (11.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 62.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAZ is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $45.68. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: LAZ has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $52.00 (+19.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAZ is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $45.68. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: LAZ has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $52.00 (+19.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$44.03 -
$48.22
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($52.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$44.03 -
$48.22
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$45.68
Resistance Level
$50.58
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.95
Wall Street Target
$52.00
(+19.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
15.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
62.5%
Profit Margin
8.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.0 vs 11.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$42.12
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$40.65
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$39.23
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→11)
$43.78
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 54.0%)
$322.60
(+639%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.9, Growth: 54.0%)
$147.32
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.5, Growth: 54.0%)
$125.22
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.58 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.52
Bull Case
$84.86
(+94%)
Analyst growth 74.2%, PE expands to 19.3
Base Case
$77.15
(+77%)
Market implied 74.2%, PE stable at 17.6
Bear Case
$30.12
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.9 to 11.1
Stabilization Target:
$48.71
(+11.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.6%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
3
Sells
Net
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