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Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Northern Trust Corporation stock (NTRS) is currently trading at $139.73. Northern Trust Corporation PE ratio is 16.06. Northern Trust Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.28. Analyst consensus price target for NTRS is $157.11. WallStSmart rates NTRS as Moderate Buy.

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NTRS

Northern Trust Corporation

NASDAQFINANCIAL SERVICES
$139.73
$0.65 (-0.46%)
52W$79.61
$156.72
Target$157.11+12.4%

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NTRS Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS)

Margin of Safety
+11.6%
Fair Value
NTRS Fair Value
$165.71
Graham Formula
Current Price
$139.73
$25.98 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $165.71
Overvalued
Price $139.73
Graham IV $165.71
Analyst $157.11

NTRS is trading near its Graham intrinsic value of $165.71, suggesting the stock is reasonably priced at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

WallStSmart

Smart Analysis

Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Strong Buy
Investment Rating

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 market cap, peg ratio, operating margin. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.

Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 9.0/10
Profit MarginProfitability
21.50%10/10

Keeps $22 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
85.98%10/10

85.98% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$26.55B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

PEG RatioValuation
1.148/10

Good growth relative to its price

Operating MarginProfitability
29.00%8/10

Strong operational efficiency: $29 kept per $100 revenue

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
13.5
Attractive

Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 5.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
8.20%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 8.20%

EPS GrowthGrowth
7.60%4/10

Modest earnings growth at 7.60%

Return on EquityProfitability
13.50%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

Price/SalesValuation
3.286/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 3.28x sales

Price/BookValuation
2.086/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 68/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 5.0/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Profit Margin, Institutional Own., Market Cap. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.14) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 29.00%, Profit Margin at 21.50%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (3.28), Price/Book (2.08) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 8.20%, EPS Growth at 7.60%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 13.50%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 13.50% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 8.20% 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 (Profit Margin, Institutional Own.) and negatives (Revenue Growth, EPS Growth). 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.

NTRS Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

NTRS's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.28x sits near its historical average of 3.18x (61th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 23% below its historical high of 4.25x set in Feb 2018, and 85% above its historical low of 1.77x in Nov 2008.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) · FINANCIAL SERVICESASSET MANAGEMENT

The Big Picture

Northern Trust Corporation is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 8.1B with 8% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 21.5%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 21.5% and operating margin of 29.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 159M in free cash flow and 388M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Northern Trust Corporation.

Bottom Line

Northern Trust Corporation is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 21.5% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

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.

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About Northern Trust Corporation(NTRS)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

ASSET MANAGEMENT

Country

USA

Northern Trust Corporation is a financial services company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois that caters to corporations, institutional investors, and ultra high net worth individuals.