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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 7 analysts have published ratings on Prudential Financial (NYSE:PRU) in the last three months.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ratings | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $115.0, along with a high estimate of $120.00 and a low estimate of $108.00. This current average reflects an increase of 0.12% from the previous average price target of $114.86.
The perception of Prudential Financial by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
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| Nigel Dally | Morgan Stanley | Raises | Equal-Weight | $118.00 | $117.00 |
| Nigel Dally | Morgan Stanley | Raises | Equal-Weight | $117.00 | $113.00 |
| Alex Scott | Barclays | Raises | Equal-Weight | $120.00 | $119.00 |
| Elyse Greenspan | Wells Fargo | Lowers | Equal-Weight | $113.00 | $116.00 |
| John Barnidge | Piper Sandler | Lowers | Neutral | $108.00 | $109.00 |
| Nigel Dally | Morgan Stanley | Lowers | Equal-Weight | $113.00 | $117.00 |
| Elyse Greenspan | Wells Fargo | Raises | Equal-Weight | $116.00 | $113.00 |
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Prudential Financial's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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Prudential Financial is one of the largest US life insurers, offering annuities, life insurance, and asset-management products. The United States and Japan are its two largest markets. Its US business contributed about 50% of adjusted 2024 earnings and includes institutional retirement (mostly pension risk transfer), individual retirement (annuities), group insurance, and individual life insurance. Its international business represented about 40% of adjusted earnings, with a strong market position in Japan, and the firm also has a presence in emerging markets like Brazil. The company's investment management business, PGIM, contributed approximately 10% of its 2024 adjusted earnings and has around $1.4 trillion in assets under management.
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Challenges: Prudential Financial's revenue growth over 3M faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -7.57%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Prudential Financial's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 3.82%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 1.74%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.07%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.71, Prudential Financial faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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