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Highlights
- Analysts adjusted Raymond James' (NYSE:RJF) Q2 2025 earnings estimate to $2.50 per share.
- The company recently reported a strong fiscal quarter with $2.93 EPS, surpassing consensus estimates.
- Institutional investors currently own a large portion of Raymond James stock, with insiders also actively trading.
Raymond James has seen a notable shift in analyst ratings and target prices recently. Financial experts, such as Zacks Research, adjusted their Q2 2025 earnings estimate for Raymond James down to $2.50 per share from $2.53. Despite the adjustment, the financial services provider reported strong fiscal results for the most recent quarter, with earnings of $2.93 per share, which exceeded analyst predictions of $2.62. This performance reflects the company's strong return on equity of 19.71% and a net margin of 14.06%.
The stock has received mixed reviews, with UBS Group upgrading it to a "strong-buy" and Goldman Sachs increasing its price target to $185 from $161. However, StockNews.com recently downgraded it to a "hold." The average consensus rating remains "hold," with nine analysts maintaining this view, three recommending a "buy," and one rating it as "strong buy." The consensus price target is approximately $166.09, according to MarketBeat data.
Recent Stock Performance and Market Stats
Raymond James' stock opened at $151.34 on a recent Monday, showing some fluctuation over the past year with a low of $104.24 and a high of $174.32. The company maintains a robust market capitalization of $31.01 billion, supported by a P/E ratio of 14.77 and a P/E/G ratio of 0.90. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.35, displaying a stable financial structure. The stock's price movement aligns with broader market trends, as indicated by its beta value of 1.03.
Investment and Trading Activity
Institutional investors and hedge funds play a significant role in Raymond James' market dynamics. Hedge funds such as TCTC Holdings LLC and Y.D. More Investments Ltd expanded their stakes significantly in recent quarters. Moreover, insiders have been actively trading the stock, with noteworthy transactions by Tashtego S. Elwyn and Bella Loykhter Allaire, parting with a significant number of shares.
Dividend and Financial Operations
Raymond James recently announced a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share, translating into an annualized dividend of $2.00 and a yield of 1.32%. This dividend payout reflects a payout ratio of 19.51%. The company's diversified operations through segments like Private Client Group, Capital Markets, and Asset Management in the United States and abroad support its stable financial performance and investor appeal.
Raymond James Financial, Inc. operates as a financial holding company providing a range of services, including underwriting, distribution, trading, and brokerage of equity and debt securities. With a presence in markets across the United States, Canada, and Europe, the company continues to expand its portfolio and investment services.
