Lazard Ltd (LAZ) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Lazard Ltd stock (LAZ) is currently trading at $40.90. Lazard Ltd PE ratio is 18.85. Lazard Ltd PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.25. Analyst consensus price target for LAZ is $57.56. WallStSmart rates LAZ as Hold.
- LAZ PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- LAZ PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- LAZ intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- LAZ stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- LAZ fair value vs current price
- LAZ insider transactions and insider buying
- Is LAZ undervalued or overvalued?
- Lazard Ltd financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- LAZ Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- LAZ analyst price target and Smart Rating
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LAZ Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Lazard Ltd (LAZ)
LAZ trades 271% above its Graham fair value of $14.76, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Lazard Ltd (LAZ) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, return on equity, price/sales. Concerns around eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Lazard Ltd (LAZ) Key Strengths (5)
Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $29 in profit
95.82% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Good growth relative to its price
Paying $1.25 for every $1 of annual revenue
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Supporting Valuation Data
Lazard Ltd (LAZ) Areas to Watch (5)
Earnings declining -43.30%, profits shrinking
Thin operating margins with cost pressures present
Premium pricing at 4.2x book value
Thin profit margins with limited profitability
Solid revenue growth at 10.00% per year
Lazard Ltd (LAZ) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 60/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 8.6/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Institutional Own., PEG Ratio. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.00), Price/Sales (1.25) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 28.60%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (4.22) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 10.00%, EPS Growth at -43.30%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 13.00%, Profit Margin at 7.64%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 28.60% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 10.00% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Institutional Own.) and negatives (EPS Growth, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
LAZ Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
LAZ's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.25x sits near its historical average of 1.32x (43th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 19% below its historical high of 1.55x set in Mar 2026, and 4% above its historical low of 1.2x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~1.6x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Lazard Ltd (LAZ) · FINANCIAL SERVICES › CAPITAL MARKETS
The Big Picture
Lazard Ltd operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 3.1B with 10% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 7.6%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.
Key Findings
ROE of 28.6% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 400M in free cash flow and 403M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Lazard Ltd push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 5.1%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor CAPITAL MARKETS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Lazard Ltd.
Bottom Line
Lazard Ltd offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(28 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
HOGBIN, CHRISTOPHER CEO Asset Management | Sell | -3,944 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
HOGBIN, CHRISTOPHER CEO Asset Management | Sell | -7,885 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 10:12:52 AM
About Lazard Ltd(LAZ)
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Lazard Ltd, is a financial advisory and asset management firm in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Central and South America. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.