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Lear

Lear designs, develops, and manufactures automotive seating and electrical systems and components. Seating components include frames and mechanisms, covers (leather and woven fabric), seat heating and cooling, foam, and headrests. Automotive electrical distribution and connection systems and electronic systems include wiring harnesses, terminals and connectors, on-board battery chargers, high-voltage battery management systems, high-voltage power distribution systems, domain controllers, telematics control units, gateway modules, vehicle positioning for automated and autonomous driving, embedded control software, cloud and mobile device software and services, and cybersecurity. Lear's largest customer and regional market is GM and North America at 20% and 44% of 2022 revenue, respectively.

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Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $145 to $135.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $135

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Exane BNP Paribas analyst Karl Ackerman downgraded Qorvo, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QRVO#NASDAQ">QRVO</a>) from Outperform to Neutral and announced a price target of $80. Qorvo shares closed at $100.48 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/QRVO/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/59f9f1ddefacff0001008f5b/dan-levy">Barclays analyst Dan Levy</a> downgraded Lear Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and lowered the price target from $140 to $120. Lear shares closed at $99.58 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LEA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS analyst Daniel Major downgraded the rating for Newmont Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>) from Buy to Neutral and slashed the price target from $67 to $54. Newmont shares closed at $47.80 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NEM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Truist Securities analyst Michael Roxland downgraded Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPK#NYSE">GPK</a>) from Buy to Hold and lowered the price target from $32 to $30. Graphic Packaging shares closed at $28.66 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GPK/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Barclays analyst Dan Levy downgrades Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $140 to $120.

Barclays Downgrades Lear to Equal-Weight, Lowers Price Target to $120

TD Cowen analyst Jeffrey Osborne maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $142 to $125.

TD Cowen Maintains Buy on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $125

Wells Fargo analyst Colin Langan maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $114 to $106.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $106

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Lear shares are trading lower following a FY24 net sales guidance cut.

Lear Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) stock is moving lower on Thursday. The company reported earnings for the 2024 third quarter before the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41511264">market opened</a>.
What To Know: Lear reported sales of $5.58 billion beating analysts&#8217; estimate of $5.57 billion, but below the $5.8 billion in sales the company previously reported for the 2023 third quarter.
In addition, the company reported adjusted EPS of $2.89, beating analysts&#8217; estimate of $2.63 and marking 1% year-over-year growth. Furthermore, Lear reported adjusted net income of $163 million and cash and cash equivalents of $764 million at the end of the quarter.
Throughout the third quarter, the company repurchased $209 million of shares, with approximately $1.2 billion remaining under its share repurchase authorization. The company also paid $43 million in dividends.
&#8220;Lear generated revenue that outperformed the industry by 3 percentage points globally, with outgrowth in both Seating and E-Systems,&#8221; said Ray Scott, president and CEO of Lear. 
&#8220;We accelerated the pace of our share repurchases, allowing us to increase adjusted earnings per share despite lower industry volumes.&#8221;
Lear issued an outlook for the full 2024 fiscal year. The company anticipates sales between $22.95 billion and $23.15 billion versus analysts&#8217; estimate of $23.41 billion. Lear expects adjusted EBITDA between $1.67 billion and $1.72 billion.
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LEA Price Action: At the time of publication, Lear stock is moving 5.51% lower at $99.19, according to data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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What's Going On With Lear Shares Thursday?

The financial&nbsp;outlook&nbsp;is based on a full year average exchange rate of&nbsp;$1.085/Euro and&nbsp;7.20 RMB/$.

Guidance

Lear Cuts FY24 Net Sales Outlook To $22.950B-$23.150B Vs. $23.41B Estimate (Prior View: $23.23B-$23.67B)

Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $2.89 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.63 by 9.89 percent. This is a 0.7 percent increase over earnings of $2.87 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $5.58 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $5.57 billion by 0.25 percent. This is a 3.41 percent decrease over sales of $5.78 billion the same period last year.

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Lear Q3 Adj EPS $2.89 Beats $2.63 Estimate, Sales $5.58B Beat $5.57B Estimate

In the latest quarter, 10 analysts provided ratings for Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Lear, revealing an average target of $142.7, a high estimate of $170.00, and a low estimate of $114.00. A 5.85% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $151.56. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729519249_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A clear picture of Lear's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Brinkman</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$162.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dan Levy</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Murphy</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Delaney</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Jonas</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Langan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>$131.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edison Yu</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Jonas</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dan Levy</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Langan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$131.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Lear. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Lear compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Lear's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Lear's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LEA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Lear analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Lear Better</h2>
Lear designs, develops, and manufactures automotive seating and electrical systems and components. Seating components include frames and mechanisms, covers (leather and woven fabric), seat heating and cooling, foam, and headrests. Automotive electrical distribution and connection systems and electronic systems include wiring harnesses, terminals and connectors, on-board battery chargers, high-voltage battery management systems, high-voltage power distribution systems, domain controllers, telematics control units, gateway modules, vehicle positioning for automated and autonomous driving, embedded control software, cloud and mobile device software and services, and cybersecurity. Lear's largest customer and regional market is GM and North America at 20% and 44% of 2022 revenue, respectively.
<h3>Breaking Down Lear's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Lear's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 0.22%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's 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 Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Lear's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 2.88%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 3.57%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lear's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.17%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Lear's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.58.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
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 supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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10 Analysts Have This To Say About Lear

JP Morgan analyst Ryan Brinkman maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $162 to $160.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $160

In the last three months, 11 analysts have published ratings on Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $147.09, a high estimate of $185.00, and a low estimate of $114.00. Highlighting a 7.26% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $158.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729022540_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The standing of Lear among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Dan Levy</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Murphy</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Delaney</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Jonas</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Langan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$114.00</td>
<td>$131.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edison Yu</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Jonas</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dan Levy</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Langan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$131.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Murphy</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Brinkman</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
<td>$179.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Lear. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Lear compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Lear's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Lear's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LEA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Lear analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Lear's Background</h2>
Lear designs, develops, and manufactures automotive seating and electrical systems and components. Seating components include frames and mechanisms, covers (leather and woven fabric), seat heating and cooling, foam, and headrests. Automotive electrical distribution and connection systems and electronic systems include wiring harnesses, terminals and connectors, on-board battery chargers, high-voltage battery management systems, high-voltage power distribution systems, domain controllers, telematics control units, gateway modules, vehicle positioning for automated and autonomous driving, embedded control software, cloud and mobile device software and services, and cybersecurity. Lear's largest customer and regional market is GM and North America at 20% and 44% of 2022 revenue, respectively.
<h3>Lear: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Lear's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 0.22%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 2.88%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 3.57%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lear's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.17%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.58, Lear adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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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Critical Insights From Lear Analyst Ratings: What You Need To Know

Barclays analyst Dan Levy maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $150 to $140.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $140

B of A Securities analyst John Murphy maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $180 to $170.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $170

Goldman Sachs analyst Mark Delaney maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $144 to $135.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Buy on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $135

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Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $150 to $145.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $145

Wells Fargo analyst Colin Langan maintains Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $131 to $114.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Lear, Lowers Price Target to $114

In the last three months, 12 analysts have published ratings on Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $144.75, a high estimate of $185.00, and a low estimate of $127.00. This current average has decreased by 6.83% from the previous average price target of $155.36. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725973270_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Lear 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.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Edison Yu</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Jonas</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dan Levy</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Langan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$131.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Murphy</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Brinkman</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
<td>$179.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dan Levy</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris McNally</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Itay Michaeli</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
<td>$141.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Spak</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
<td>$136.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Colin Langan</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$139.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Spak</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$136.00</td>
<td>$142.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Lear. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Lear compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Lear's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Lear's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LEA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Lear analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Lear's Background</h2>
Lear designs, develops, and manufactures automotive seating and electrical systems and components. Seating components include frames and mechanisms, covers (leather and woven fabric), seat heating and cooling, foam, and headrests. Automotive electrical distribution and connection systems and electronic systems include wiring harnesses, terminals and connectors, on-board battery chargers, high-voltage battery management systems, high-voltage power distribution systems, domain controllers, telematics control units, gateway modules, vehicle positioning for automated and autonomous driving, embedded control software, cloud and mobile device software and services, and cybersecurity. Lear's largest customer and regional market is GM and North America at 20% and 44% of 2022 revenue, respectively.
<h3>Breaking Down Lear's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Lear showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.22% as of 30 June, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Lear's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 2.88%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Lear's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 3.57%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lear's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.17%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Lear's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.58.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Lear Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (12 Ratings)

Deutsche Bank analyst Edison Yu reinstates Lear (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>) with a Hold and announces $132 price target.

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