Lazard Ltd (NYSE: LAZ) has reported earnings for its fourth fiscal quarter (ending December 31) of $0.89 versus $0.69 for the same period a year ago — an increase of 29%. For the latest four quarters through December 31, E.P.S. were $2.93 compared to $-0.90 a year ago — a decline of -426%.
Recent Price Action
On 1/30/25, Lazard Ltd (NYSE: LAZ) stock enjoyed a large increase of 4.6%, closing at $55.16. Moreover, this advance was accompanied by exceptionally high trading volume at 218% of normal. The stock has been exceptionally strong relative to the market over the last nine months and has risen 1.9% during the last week.
Current PriceTarget Research Rating
Lazard has a current Value Trend Rating of C (Neutral). The Value Trend Rating reflects very contradictory signals from PTR’s two proprietary measures of a stock’s attractiveness. Lazard has a poor Appreciation Score of 30 but a good Power Rating of 83, leading to the Neutral Value Trend Rating.
Rating Review
In light of this new information and positive market action we are reviewing our current Overall Rating of C. This review will be completed in the next several days.
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