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PJT Partners Inc (PJT) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

PJT Partners Inc stock (PJT) is currently trading at $137.35. PJT Partners Inc PE ratio is 19.92. PJT Partners Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.09. Analyst consensus price target for PJT is $164.20. WallStSmart rates PJT as Hold.

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PJT

PJT Partners Inc

NYSEFINANCIAL SERVICES
$137.35
$4.28 (3.22%)
52W$119.01
$195.29
Target$164.20+19.5%

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PJT Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · PJT Partners Inc (PJT)

Margin of Safety
-24.9%
Significantly Overvalued
PJT Fair Value
$127.72
Graham Formula
Current Price
$137.35
$9.63 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $127.72
Overvalued
Price $137.35
Graham IV $127.72
Analyst $164.20

PJT trades 25% above its Graham fair value of $127.72, 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.

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Smart Analysis

PJT Partners Inc (PJT) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

65
out of 100
Grade: C+
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 peg ratio, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around price/book. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

PJT Partners Inc (PJT) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 8.6/10
Return on EquityProfitability
32.40%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $32 in profit

Institutional Own.Quality
87.46%10/10

87.46% of shares held by major funds and institutions

PEG RatioValuation
1.368/10

Good growth relative to its price

Operating MarginProfitability
23.00%8/10

Strong operational efficiency: $23 kept per $100 revenue

Market CapQuality
$5.29B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

EV/Revenue
1.779
Undervalued

PJT Partners Inc (PJT) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 4.8/10
Price/BookValuation
10.292/10

Very expensive at 10.3x book value

EPS GrowthGrowth
7.70%4/10

Modest earnings growth at 7.70%

Price/SalesValuation
3.096/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 3.09x sales

Revenue GrowthGrowth
11.60%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 11.60% per year

Profit MarginProfitability
10.50%6/10

Decent profitability, keeps $11 per $100 revenue

PJT Partners Inc (PJT) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 65/100 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 4.8/10). 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 (1.36) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 32.40%, Operating Margin at 23.00%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (3.09), Price/Book (10.29) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 11.60%, EPS Growth at 7.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Profit Margin at 10.50%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Book improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 32.40% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 11.60% 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 (Price/Book, 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.

PJT Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

PJT's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.09x sits near its historical average of 3.18x (43th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 10% below its historical high of 3.43x set in Mar 2026, and 3% above its historical low of 3x in Mar 2026.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for PJT Partners Inc (PJT) · FINANCIAL SERVICESCAPITAL MARKETS

The Big Picture

PJT Partners Inc operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 1.7B with 12% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 10.5% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 32.4% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 139M in free cash flow and 156M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can PJT Partners Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Sector dynamics: monitor CAPITAL MARKETS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact PJT Partners Inc.

Bottom Line

PJT Partners Inc 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.

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About PJT Partners Inc(PJT)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

CAPITAL MARKETS

Country

USA

PJT Partners Inc., an investment bank, provides a variety of shareholder, restructuring and special situations, and capital market advisory services to corporations, financial backers, institutional investors and governments worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.