Earnings Preview: Lazard (LAZ) Q2 Earnings Expected to Decline
Lazard (LAZ) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
LAZ - Lazard Inc
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CONSENSUS:
Buy
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PRICE TARGET:
$45.75
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HIGH:
$52.00
LOW:
$40.00
MEDIAN:
$45.50
CONSENSUS:
$45.75
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Stock News
Solar costs jump 18%, but remain the cheapest generation to build, Lazard says
The cost of building solar power projects in the United States has jumped 18% from a year earlier as tariffs, elevated interest rates and other cost pressures take hold, but the renewable energy source remains the cheapest form of new electricity generation to build, according to an annual report released on Monday by financial advisory firm Lazard.
Renewables Remain the Lowest-Cost New-Build Generation Despite Rising Cost Pressures, Lazard's 2026 Levelized Cost of Energy+ Report Finds
Unprecedented Power Demand and Rising New-Build Costs Are Reinforcing the Need for a Diverse Generation Fleet and Increasing the Competitiveness of Existing Generation NEW YORK, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) today announced the release of the 19th edition of its Levelized Cost of Energy+ (LCOE+) report. Now in its 19th year, the LCOE+ remains the industry's leading annual benchmark for the cost competitiveness of energy generation technologies.
Lazard Reports June 2026 Assets Under Management
NEW YORK, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) reported today that its preliminary assets under management ("AUM") as of June 30, 2026 totaled approximately $284.7 billion. The month's AUM included market appreciation of $2.3 billion, FX depreciation of $3.3 billion, and a net increase of $0.8 billion, which includes a $1.0 billion increase attributable to acquiring a controlling interest in Elaia Partners and net outflows of $0.2 billion.
Lazard Appoints Kathy Elsesser to Its Board of Directors
Strengthens leadership as Lazard builds on expanding momentum in its Financial Advisory business Reflects ongoing succession planning with appreciation for Andrew M. Alper's service NEW YORK, July 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) today announced that Kathy Elsesser has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective today.
Lazard to Announce Second Quarter and First Half 2026 Financial Results
NEW YORK, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) will announce its second quarter and first half 2026 financial results in a press release to be issued Thursday morning, July 23, 2026. The press release will be available in the News & Announcements section of Lazard's website at www.lazard.com.
New Strong Sell Stocks for July 2nd
DRTS, CANG and LAZ have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on July 2, 2026.
Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund Declares Monthly Distribution and Issues Estimated Sources of the Distribution Announced in May
NEW YORK, June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund, Inc. (the "Fund") (NYSE:LGI) is confirming today, pursuant to its Managed Distribution Policy, as previously authorized by its Board of Directors, a monthly distribution of $0.15340 per share on the Fund's outstanding common stock. The distribution is payable on July 22, 2026, to shareholders of record on July 10, 2026.
Asset Managers' May AUM Climbs: TROW, LAZ, BEN & IVZ in Focus
BEN, TROW, LAZ and IVZ see May AUM rise on market gains, ETF demand and steady inflows across retirement and long-term strategies.
Lazard Offers $25 Million Fee to Challenge Venezuela Debt Mandate
Lazard (LAZ) is making a late move to challenge Centerview Partners for Venezuela's financial advisory mandate, offering to oversee what could become one of the
Lazard Inc (LAZ) Stock Down 12.6% -- Now Undervalued? GF Score: 82/100
On June 10, 2026, Lazard Inc (LAZ) shares fell 12.6% today, bringing the current price to $41.36. Over the last month, the stock has seen a decline of 13.1%, an
Lazard, Inc. (LAZ) Presents at Morgan Stanley US Financials Conference 2026 Transcript
Lazard, Inc. (LAZ) Presents at Morgan Stanley US Financials Conference 2026 Transcript
Lazard Reports May 2026 Assets Under Management
NEW YORK, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) reported today that its preliminary assets under management ("AUM") as of May 31, 2026 totaled approximately $284.8 billion. The month's AUM included market appreciation of $11.6 billion, net outflows of $1.4 billion and FX depreciation of $0.7 billion.
T. Rowe Price vs. Lazard: Which Stock Has More Growth Potential?
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Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund Declares Monthly Distribution and Issues Estimated Sources of the Distribution Announced in April
NEW YORK, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard Global Total Return and Income Fund, Inc. (the "Fund") (NYSE:LGI) is confirming today, pursuant to its Managed Distribution Policy, as previously authorized by its Board of Directors, a monthly distribution of $0.15340 per share on the Fund's outstanding common stock. The distribution is payable on June 23, 2026, to shareholders of record on June 10, 2026.
Lazard CEO and Chairman Peter R. Orszag to Speak at the 2026 Morgan Stanley U.S. Financials Conference
NEW YORK, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) today announced Peter R. Orszag, CEO and Chairman, is scheduled to participate in a fireside discussion at the Morgan Stanley U.S. Financials Conference on Wednesday, June 10, at 9:45 a.m.
Lazard to hire McCabe from JPMorgan to head North American energy investment banking, sources say
Lazard is set to hire Brian McCabe from JPMorgan Chase & Co to head the investment bank's energy practice in North America, two people familiar with the matter said on Thursday.
Lazard's April AUM Rises 6.2% on Market Appreciation & Net Inflows
LAZ's April AUM rises 6.2% to $275.4B, driven by market gains, FX appreciation and modest net inflows as equity and alternatives lead growth.
Lazard Reports April 2026 Assets Under Management
NEW YORK, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) reported today that its preliminary assets under management ("AUM") as of April 30, 2026 totaled approximately $275.4 billion. The month's AUM included market appreciation of $13.2 billion, FX appreciation of $2.9 billion and net inflows of $0.1 billion.
Lazard: Attractive Yield Is Not Enough To Buy Its Shares
Lazard lacks a durable competitive moat in investment banking or asset management, raising doubts about its ambitious growth targets. LAZ's business is highly cyclical, with recent revenue declines and volatile profitability tied to capital market activity. The company aims to double annual revenues by 2030, but its muted growth history and weak operating momentum make this target questionable.
Price Targets
Lazard price target lowered to $47 from $53 at Morgan Stanley
$47.00
(was $42.27)
Ryan Kenny
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Morgan Stanley
Lazard price target lowered to $40 from $45 at Goldman Sachs
$40.00
(was $42.92)
Goldman Sachs
UBS Reiterates Neutral Rating on Lazard (LAZ) Ahead of May AUM Data
$44.00
(was $46.55)
Michael Brown
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UBS
Lazard price target lowered to $52 from $63 at Argus
$52.00
(was $43.90)
Stephen Biggar
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Argus Research
Lazard price target raised to $45 from $40 at Goldman Sachs
$45.00
(was $48.24)
James Yaro
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Goldman Sachs
Lazard price target lowered to $52 from $59 at Morgan Stanley
$52.00
(was $45.98)
Morgan Stanley
Lazard price target lowered to $45 from $48 at UBS
$45.00
(was $44.80)
UBS
Lazard price target raised to $59 from $54 at UBS
$59.00
(was $53.62)
Michael Brown
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UBS
Lazard price target lowered to $59 from $61 at Morgan Stanley
$59.00
(was $50.89)
Ryan Kenny
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Morgan Stanley
UBS Assumes Lazard (LAZ) at Neutral
$54.00
(was $50.46)
Michael Brown
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UBS
Lazard price target lowered to $61 from $62 at Morgan Stanley
$61.00
(was $50.46)
Morgan Stanley
Lazard price target raised to $46 from $45 at Goldman Sachs
$46.00
(was $49.12)
James Yaro
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Goldman Sachs
Lazard price target raised to $60 from $55 at Citizens JMP
$60.00
(was $53.21)
Devin Ryan
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JMP Securities
Lazard initiated with an Equal Weight at Wells Fargo
$51.00
(was $45.57)
Michael Brown
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Wells Fargo
Lazard (LAZ) PT Raised to $54 at Argus
$54.00
(was $48.43)
Stephen Biggar
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Argus Research
Lazard price target raised to $56 from $53 at Morgan Stanley
$56.00
(was $43.73)
Ryan Kenny
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Morgan Stanley
Lazard (LAZ) PT Raised to $52 at JMP Securities, 'a “value play”'
$52.00
(was $41.23)
Devin Ryan
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JMP Securities