
Raymond James (RJF) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Raymond James (RJF) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Raymond James Financial showcases a robust financial position with net loans at RJ Bank reaching $47.2 billion, marking a 1.2% increase from the previous month and a 2.5% rise compared to the end of the fourth quarter. The company benefits from significant client asset growth and a favorable multi-affiliation setup within the wealth management sector, backed by a strong capital position poised for future deployment. Additionally, positive projections for capital markets revenues and a decrease in compensation expenses support the raised earnings estimates for fiscal years 2025 and 2026, indicating a favorable outlook for the company's financial performance.
Bears say
Raymond James Financial faces several challenges that contribute to a negative outlook on its stock, particularly stemming from a potentially lower or stagnant interest rate environment, deteriorating economic conditions, and lower equity market valuations. The sensitivity of the company's earnings per share (EPS) to these macroeconomic factors, along with the risk of faster-than-expected fee compression and a slowdown in net new asset growth, further exacerbates financial uncertainties. Additionally, difficulties in executing value-accretive acquisitions amid a competitive wealth management landscape add to the company's operational challenges, particularly as advisor compensation as a percentage of compensable revenues indicates rising costs relative to peers, which could pressure profitability.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Raymond James and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Raymond James (RJF) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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