Rating Change
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Equal-Weight rating on Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO) on October 28, 2026.
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Morgan Stanley Reiterates Equal-Weight Rating on Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (LECO)
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Equal-Weight rating on Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO) on October 28, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO) · reiterate
- Firm
- Morgan Stanley
- Rating
- Equal-Weight to Equal-Weight
- Price at event
- $280.59
- Market capitalization
- $13.8B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Morgan Stanley maintained an Equal-Weight rating on Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO) on October 28, 2026, suggesting the stock is fairly valued relative to peers.
Market Context
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. operates in the Industrials sector. The stock currently trades at $280.59 with a market capitalization of $13.8B. The stock has gained 15.9% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 5 Buy, 4 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2026 | Stifel | Hold | N/A |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Baird | Outperform | N/A |
| Aug 11, 2026 | UBS | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Equal-Weight rating mean for LECO?
A rating of Equal-Weight from Morgan Stanley reflects the analyst's outlook on Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the LECO forecast page.