Rating Change
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Underweight rating on Lazard Ltd (NYSE:LAZ) on October 08, 2026.
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Morgan Stanley Reiterates Underweight Rating on Lazard Ltd (LAZ)
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Underweight rating on Lazard Ltd (NYSE:LAZ) on October 08, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Lazard Ltd (NYSE:LAZ) · reiterate
- Firm
- Morgan Stanley
- Rating
- Underweight to Underweight
- Price at event
- $35.82
- Market capitalization
- $4.8B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Morgan Stanley maintained an Underweight rating on Lazard Ltd on October 8, 2026, suggesting caution for investors.
Market Context
Lazard Ltd operates in the Financial Services sector. The stock currently trades at $35.82 with a market capitalization of $4.8B. The stock has declined 27.1% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Lazard Ltd
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 1 Buy, 5 Hold, 4 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 08, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Underweight | N/A |
| Oct 07, 2026 | UBS | Neutral | N/A |
| Oct 01, 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Sell | N/A |
| Jul 24, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
| Jul 10, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Underweight rating mean for LAZ?
A rating of Underweight from Morgan Stanley reflects the analyst's outlook on Lazard Ltd (NYSE:LAZ). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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