Lazard stock hits 52-week low at 35.0 USD

Lazard Ltd's stock reached a 52-week low of $35.00 USD on Tuesday, marking a 40% decline from its 52-week high of $58.75. This significant drop highlights the challenging year the company has faced, with its stock experiencing a 25.96% decrease over the past year. The market conditions have brought considerable pressure to Lazard's financial performance.

Despite this downturn, InvestingPro analysis suggests that the stock is currently undervalued, boasting a 5.5% dividend yield. Investors can access 5 additional InvestingPro Tips and Pro Research Reports for further insights into LAZ and 1,400+ other US equities. In other news, Lazard reported its Q2 2026 financial results, revealing mixed performance.

While the company surpassed Wall Street's estimate with an adjusted net revenue of $786 million, its adjusted earnings per share fell short at $0.12, missing the forecasted $0.36. However, Citizens reaffirmed its Market Outperform rating for Lazard, maintaining a $60 price target. The company also reported a substantial $7.4 billion in net inflows to its Asset Management division, marking the strongest performance in nearly two decades.

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