Jul. 23 at 3:44 PM
Heads up alert! Only one day until upcoming earnings on Thursday, 7/24/2025 for
$LAZ
Bullish (7.8)
Equity Research Analysis:
Lazard Ltd (NYSE: LAZ) is currently demonstrating a strong bullish sentiment as evidenced by its recent performance and strategic positioning in the market.
The company has shown promising signs with its assets under management (AUM) reaching approximately
$248.4 billion as of June 30, 2025.
This marks a significant increase due to market appreciation, net inflows, and favorable foreign exchange movements.
The firm's ability to attract substantial net inflows of
$4.6 billion is indicative of investor confidence and effective asset management strategies.
Key financial metrics underscore Lazard's robust performance.
The P/E ratio, which is currently aligned with industry standards, reflects a stable investor outlook on the firm's earnings potential.
The expected earnings per share (EPS) growth is poised to beat estimates, leveraging Lazard's historical performance of earnings surprises.
Revenue forecasts suggest a continued upward trajectory supported by strategic hires and expansions into lucrative financial segments, such as the appointment of Klaus H.
Hessberger to enhance the Financial Sponsors Group.
These moves are likely to bolster Lazard's competitive edge in investment banking and asset management.
Compared to industry peers, Lazard maintains a competitive stance, particularly in the realm of renewable energy advisory, as highlighted by its annual Levelized Cost of Energy+ report, which reinforces its thought leadership in energy transition advisory.
This positions Lazard favorably as the demand for sustainable energy solutions continues to rise globally.
Earnings Outlook:
Lazard is set to release its second quarter and first half of 2025 financial results on July 24, 2025.
Historically, Lazard has a strong earnings surprise track record, which suggests that the upcoming report may exceed analyst expectations.
The consensus estimates suggest a positive outlook with expectations of EPS growth driven by strategic operational efficiencies and market share gains in key sectors.
Analysts are particularly optimistic about Lazard's ability to navigate high-cost environments while maintaining revenue growth, thanks to its diversified service offerings and strategic geographic presence.
Sector Performance:
Lazard operates within the financial services sector, which has been experiencing moderate growth.
The sector is expected to grow at an annual rate of approximately 15%, driven by increasing financial advisory needs and asset management demands.
Despite rising operational costs, companies within this sector, including Lazard, are well-positioned to capitalize on market movements and regulatory changes that favor advisory and asset management services.
The sector's overall resilience and adaptability to economic fluctuations provide a stable backdrop for Lazard's continued growth and market outperformance.
- Funds were net sellers of
$LAZ during the previous reporting quarter.
- Top 4 funds with large holdings in
$LAZ:
- No Street Capital, MV:
$28MM. Fund Rank: 96%
www.nostreetcapital.com
- Okeefe Stevens , MV:
$9MM. Fund Rank: 74%
- Basswood Capital Management LLC, MV:
$8MM. Fund Rank: 70%
basswoodpartners.com
- Soros Fund Management LLC, MV:
$6MM. Fund Rank: 59%
- Last 10 days performance: 4%
- Last 30 days performance: 19%
- Last 90 days performance: 37%
Some of the latest news articles:
- Title: Gear Up for Lazard (LAZ) Q2 Earnings: Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
Publication Date: 7/22/2025 1:15:02 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gear-lazard-laz-q2-earnings-131502210.html?.tsrc=rss
- Title: Robust Trading & IB to Support RJF's Q3 Earnings, High Costs to Hurt
Publication Date: 7/21/2025 1:02:00 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/robust-trading-ib-support-rjfs-130200058.html?.tsrc=rss
- Title: Ameriprise to Report Q2 Earnings: What's in the Cards for AMP?
Publication Date: 7/21/2025 12:55:00 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ameriprise-report-q2-earnings-whats-125500808.html?.tsrc=rss
- Title: Will Lazard (LAZ) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
Publication Date: 7/18/2025 4:10:03 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lazard-laz-beat-estimates-again-161003816.html?.tsrc=rss
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