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Raymond James Finl (NYSE:RJF) Azioni, Report sulle vendite allo scoperto

Raymond James Finl

Raymond James Financial is a financial holding company whose major operations include wealth management, investment banking, asset management, and commercial banking. The company supports more than 8,000 employee and independent contractor financial advisors across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom with over $1.2 trillion of assets under administration as of September 2023. Approximately 90% of the company's revenue is from the US and 70% is from the company's wealth-management segment.

Raymond James Financial, Inc. Common Stock

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Raymond James Financial, Inc. Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/40th interest in a share of 6.375% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Series B Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock

Raymond James Finl's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) short percent of float has fallen 25.39% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 6.04 million shares sold short, which is 3.79% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.77 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Raymond James Finl Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731952816_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Raymond James Finl has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Raymond James Finl's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Raymond James Finl's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.81%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Financials sector: 
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>COIN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$107.0K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td>12.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>C</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$72.50</td>
<td>$98.4K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
<td>7.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$1.4 million</td>
<td>654</td>
<td>5.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$70.0K</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HOOD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$29.9K</td>
<td>233</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KKR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$131.5K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
<td>260</td>
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<td>BLK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$1000.00</td>
<td>$407.5K</td>
<td>4</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RJF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$40.0K</td>
<td>16</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TFC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$94.5K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td>80</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$34.7K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>31</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on November 8, 2024. Parties traded 214 contract(s) at a $250.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 18 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $107.0K, with a price of $500.0 per contract. There were 4138 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 12429 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding C (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 44 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 639 contract(s) at a $72.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 28 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $98.4K, with a price of $154.0 per contract. There were 3795 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7475 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BX#NYSE">BX</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 135 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1240 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $1.4 million, with a price of $1150.0 per contract. There were 654 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5551 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 72 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $70.0K, with a price of $700.0 per contract. There were 10 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3256 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding HOOD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 72 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 113 contract(s) at a $29.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 21 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.9K, with a price of $265.0 per contract. There were 233 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2178 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For KKR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 317 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 23 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $131.5K, with a price of $5720.0 per contract. There were 3464 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 260 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BLK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLK#NYSE">BLK</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 436 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $1000.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $407.5K, with a price of $8150.0 per contract. There were 4 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RJF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 191 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $170.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $40.0K, with a price of $800.0 per contract. There were 16 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFC#NYSE">TFC</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 226 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 80 contract(s) at a $35.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $94.5K, with a price of $1182.0 per contract. There were 2070 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 80 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 72 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 11 contract(s) at a $500.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.7K, with a price of $3162.0 per contract. There were 1606 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 31 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
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Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Raymond James Finl, Raises Price Target to $145

The U.S. cruise industry is riding high as shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>), Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>), and Carnival Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) rank among the S&amp;P 500&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/cruise-lines">top 15 performers in October.</a>
As Royal Caribbean and Norwegian prepare to report earnings this week, investors are watching closely to see if strong booking trends and earnings beats can <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/earnings/24/10/41577932/earnings-outlook-for-royal-caribbean-gr">sustain the sector's momentum.</a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Strong October Performance For Cruise Stocks</h3>
Cruise line stocks have surged this month, benefitting from upward earnings revisions and renewed optimism around travel demand. Royal Caribbean and Norwegian shares have risen 14.5% and 16.3% month-to-date, respectively, while Carnival is up 18.6%. 
Royal Caribbean is scheduled to report its third-quarter earnings on Oct. 29 before the market opens, while Norwegian will release its results on Oct. 31, also ahead of the market open.
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<td>United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>)</td>
<td>34.48%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>)</td>
<td>21.04%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>)</td>
<td>20.95%</td>
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<td>Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LW#NYSE">LW</a>)</td>
<td>20.04%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Carnival Corporation &amp; plc</td>
<td>18.59%</td>
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<td>General Motors Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>)</td>
<td>17.85%</td>
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<td>NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</td>
<td>16.41%</td>
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<td>Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>16.31%</td>
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<td>Wells Fargo &amp; Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>)</td>
<td>15.97%</td>
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<td>Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNA#NYSE">SNA</a>)</td>
<td>15.10%</td>
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<td>The Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMB#NYSE">WMB</a>)</td>
<td>14.54%</td>
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<td>Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.</td>
<td>14.53%</td>
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<td>Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>)</td>
<td>14.25%</td>
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<td>Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>)</td>
<td>13.92%</td>
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<td>GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>)</td>
<td>13.75%</td>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wall Street Expectations: Solid Growth Forecasted</h3>
Wall Street Analysts are forecasting substantial growth for both Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line during the third quarter of 2024. 
Royal Caribbean is expected to report adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $5.03 on revenue of $4.11 billion. If met, this would represent a 31% increase in EPS and 18% revenue growth from the same quarter of 2023, as per <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent102824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Norwegian Cruise Line is projected to report adjusted EPS of 94 cents and revenue of $2.77 billion. Meeting these estimates would imply a 24% EPS growth and 9% revenue increase year-over-year.
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<td>Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.</td>
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<td>Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. </td>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bank Of America Expects A Double Beat, But Caution Is Needed</h3>
&#8220;Carnival was very constructive on booking trends when the company reported in September, and we expect Royal Caribbean and Norwegian to echo this commentary into 2025,&#8221; Bank of America analyst Andrew Didora wrote in a note published Monday.
Didora raised his 12-month price target for Royal Caribbean from $172 to $205 and for Norwegian from $23 to $25, citing "continued healthy yield trends and steady macro trends." 
However, he maintains a &#8220;Neutral&#8221; rating on both stocks, suggesting that while there's momentum, valuations are reaching stretched levels.
Royal Caribbean is currently trading at nearly 12x its projected 2025 EBITDA, a level last seen in 2017. Norwegian trades at around 9.5x its 2025 EBITDA, in line with its historical average.
The expert also explained that while the cruise sector has had strong tailwinds in 2024, some minor headwinds could impact near-term guidance. 
Hurricane Milton, which caused Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas sailing to be canceled, may slightly affect fourth-quarter revenues.
Norwegian, which only has about 8% of its Q4 capacity deployed in the Caribbean, is also expected to experience minimal disruption from the hurricane.
According to analysts, the effects of Hurricane Milton are unlikely to significantly alter the positive outlook for either company.
Speculation around potential share buybacks has added another layer of interest among investors. Royal Caribbean, in particular, may be considering a buyback as part of its capital allocation strategy. 
Bank of America has raised Royal Caribbean&#8217;s 2024 EPS estimate slightly from $11.52 to $11.58, stating that this &#8220;could pave the way for a buyback on this earnings call.&#8221;
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The electric vehicle giant is on track for its best session since March 2021.
Despite Tesla&#8217;s spectacular rally, broader market sentiment remained cautious, reflecting recent trends of subdued risk appetite.
In macroeconomic news, weekly jobless claims dropped significantly, coming in below expectations and suggesting ongoing resilience <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41517353/jobless-claims-fall-more-than-expected-continuing-benefits-surge-to-nearly-3-year-h">in the labor market. </a>
Meanwhile, private sector activity surveys revealed better-than-expected conditions in both services and manufacturing this month and a further <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/10/41520604/us-private-sector-growth-remains-strong-in-october-price-pressures-now-consistent">reduction in price pressures. </a>
Both the S&amp;P 500 and Russell 2000 traded flat, while the Dow Jones fell 0.6%. The consumer discretionary sector led gains, heavily influenced by Tesla's stellar performance.
The U.S. dollar softened slightly, and Treasury yields edged lower, easing pressure on gold. The SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) rose 0.6%.
Oil prices dropped 1%, heading for a second consecutive day of losses. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) gained 1.8%. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day %change</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,164.58</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,796.37</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,207.55</td>
<td>0.0% </td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,259.72</td>
<td>-0.6% </td>
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) flattened at $577.32.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;fell 0.7% to $422.33.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rose 0.4% to $489.81.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) inched 0.1% down to $218.88.</li>
<li>The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) outperformed, up by 2.5%, predominately affected by Tesla. The Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>) lagged, down 1.4%.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
Stocks reacting to earnings results include: 
<ul>
<li>T-Mobile US Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>), up over 4%, </li>
<li>International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), down over 6%,</li>
<li>ServiceNow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>), up over 5%,</li>
<li>Lam Research Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>), up 3.8%,</li>
<li>Newmont Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>), down over 9%,</li>
<li>United Rentals Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URI#NYSE">URI</a>), down 2%,</li>
<li>Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>), up 1.3%,</li>
<li>Raymond James Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>), up over 7%,</li>
<li>S&amp;P Global Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPGI#NYSE">SPGI</a>), down 2.4%,</li>
<li>Union Pacific Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNP#NYSE">UNP</a>), down 5%, </li>
<li>Honeywell International Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HON#NASDAQ">HON</a>), down 4.4%, </li>
<li>KKR &amp; Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>), up 3.4%, </li>
<li>United Parcel Service Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>), up 5.1%, </li>
<li>Carrier Global Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CARR#NYSE">CARR</a>), down 7%, </li>
<li>Nasdaq Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>), up 1.6%, </li>
<li>Valero Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>), up 0.7%, </li>
<li>CBRE Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBRE#NYSE">CBRE</a>) up by over 9%, </li>
<li>Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>), down 1.1%,</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Southwest Airlines Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) dropped over 3%, despite posting better-than-expected results and reaching a deal with Elliott Investment Management on the board&#8217;s composition. However, the CEO warned of potential delivery delays due to Boeing Co.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) ongoing machinist strike.</li>
</ul>
Large-cap companies slated to report results after the close include Capital One Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>), Ameriprise Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMP#NYSE">AMP</a>), Edward Lifesciences Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EW#NYSE">EW</a>), ResMed Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RES#NYSE">RES</a>), DexCom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>), and Deckers Outdoor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>). 
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Raymond James Financial shares are trading higher after Wells Fargo maintained an Overweight rating on the stock and raised its price target from $140 to $152.

Wells Fargo analyst Michael Brown maintains Raymond James Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $140 to $152.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Raymond James Finl, Raises Price Target to $152

In the preceding three months, 6 analysts have released ratings for Raymond James Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over 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;">0</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>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;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</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;">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>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Raymond James Finl, revealing an average target of $136.17, a high estimate of $146.00, and a low estimate of $125.00. This current average reflects an increase of 6.18% from the previous average price target of $128.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729778468_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The perception of Raymond James Finl 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>Alexander Blostein</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$142.00</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Brown</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devin Ryan</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$146.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gerald O'Hara</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$126.00</td>
<td>$123.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Blostein</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Brown</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
<td>-</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 Raymond James Finl. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Raymond James Finl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Raymond James Finl's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Raymond James Finl'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/RJF/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Raymond James Finl analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Raymond James Finl: A Closer Look</h2>
Raymond James Financial is a financial holding company whose major operations include wealth management, investment banking, asset management, and commercial banking. The company supports more than 8,000 employee and independent contractor financial advisors across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom with over $1.2 trillion of assets under administration as of September 2023. Approximately 90% of the company's revenue is from the US and 70% is from the company's wealth-management segment.
<h3>Raymond James Finl's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Raymond James Finl showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 10.92% as of 30 June, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Raymond James Finl's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 15.41%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Raymond James Finl's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 4.45%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Raymond James Finl's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.61%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.28.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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6 Analysts Have This To Say About Raymond James Finl

Raymond James Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $2.95 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.41 by 22.41 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $3.46 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $3.32 billion by 4.22 percent. This is a 13.33 percent increase over sales of $3.05 billion the same period last year.

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Raymond James Finl Q4 2024 Adj EPS $2.95 Beats $2.41 Estimate, Sales $3.46B Beat $3.32B Estimate

Wall Street is on track for its third consecutive day of losses as investors grow cautious about risky assets, awaiting more clarity on U.S. fiscal and monetary policies and scrutinizing the latest <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">batch of corporate earnings.</a>
Both equities and commodities took a hit on Wednesday, while the U.S. dollar gained strength, attracting investor flows as traders moved to safer cash positions.
The U.S. dollar index, as tracked by the the&nbsp;Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>), rose 0.5%, reaching levels last seen in late July. 
At midday in New York, the S&amp;P 500 was down 0.7%, attempting to hold support around the 5,800-point level. The Dow Jones also dropped 0.7%, and tech stocks, along with small caps, fared worse, sliding by 0.9%.
On the data front, mortgage applications declined for the fourth straight week, reflecting continued pressure <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/10/41488744/mortgage-applications-fall-for-fourth-straight-week-as-high-rates-squeeze-homebuy">from elevated borrowing costs.</a>
Existing home sales fell by 1% in September to a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 3.84 million, the lowest level since October 2010. This follows an upwardly revised 3.88 million in August and missed forecasts of 3.9 million.
Despite weak housing data, real estate stocks showed surprising resilience. The Vanguard Real Estate ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNQ#NYSE">VNQ</a>) and the SPDR Homebuilders ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XHB#NYSE">XHB</a>) moved higher after two straight sessions of losses.
Gold prices, as tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), fell more than 1%, pulling mining stocks down with it. Silver plummeted over 3%, retreating from 12-year highs reached on Tuesday.
Oil prices slipped by 1%, while Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) tumbled 2%. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,815.02</td>
<td>-0.7%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,625.59</td>
<td>-0.7%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,213.10</td>
<td>-0.9%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,196.24</td>
<td>-0.9%</td>
</tr>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated 12:00 p.m. ET </figcaption></figure>
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<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) fell 0.6% to $579.72.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;inched 0.7% lower to $426.41.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) fell 1% to $491.16.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) fell 0.7% $219.80.</li>
<li>The Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) outperformed, up 0.6%. The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) lagged, down 1%.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
<ul>
<li>Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) fell 2.4% after reporting a worse-than-expected losses<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41486950/boeing-q3-earnings-revenue-and-profit-decline-cultural-challenges-ceo-ortberg-vows-transformation"> last quarter</a>.</li>
</ul>
Other stocks reacting to earnings included:
<ul>
<li>Texas Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>), up 3.5%.</li>
<li>Baker Hughes Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>), up 3.9%.</li>
<li>Seagate Technology Holdings PLC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STX#NASDAQ">STX</a>), down over 7%.</li>
<li>Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PKG#NYSE">PKG</a>), up over 6%.</li>
<li>Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MANH#NASDAQ">MANH</a>), down over 7%.</li>
<li>East West Bancorp. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>), up over 7%.</li>
<li>Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>), down over 13%.</li>
<li>Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), down 2.2%. </li>
<li>Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMO#NYSE">TMO</a>), down 2.9%.</li>
<li>NextEra Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEE#NYSE">NEE</a>), down 0.1%. </li>
<li>AT&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), up 3.8%. </li>
<li>Boston Scientific Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSX#NYSE">BSX</a>), down 3.7%. </li>
<li>CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CME#NASDAQ">CME</a>), down 0.9%. </li>
<li>GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>), down 1.6%. </li>
<li>Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLT#NYSE">HLT</a>), down 2.6%. </li>
<li>Vertiv Holdings LLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRT#NYSE">VRT</a>), down 2.8%. </li>
<li>Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ODFL#NASDAQ">ODFL</a>), down 4.8%. </li>
</ul>
Large-cap companies reporting earnings after the close include Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), T-Mobile US Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>), International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), ServiceNow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>), Lam Research Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>), Newmont Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>), United Rentals Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URI#NYSE">URI</a>), Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>), Raymond James Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>). 
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Raymond James Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2024-10-23. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Raymond James Finl will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.42. 
The market awaits Raymond James Finl's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
The company's EPS beat by $0.07 in the last quarter, leading to a 5.16% increase in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Raymond James Finl's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>2.32</td>
<td>2.31</td>
<td>2.26</td>
<td>2.28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>2.39</td>
<td>2.31</td>
<td>2.40</td>
<td>2.13</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
<td>-4.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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<h3>Performance of Raymond James Finl Shares</h3>
Shares of Raymond James Finl were trading at $137.5 as of October 21. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 48.13%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RJF/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Raymond James Finl visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Peek at Raymond James Finl's Future Earnings

Editor&#8217;s note: The headline of this story has been updated to remove a misspelled reference to JMP Securities.
Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) shares are trading higher Wednesday. Analysts from JMP Securities upgraded the stock from Market Perform to Market Outperform and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41251950/this-home-depot-analyst-turns-bullish-here-are-top-5-upgrades-for-wednesday">announced a $146 price target</a>.
The Details:
JMP Securities noted that Raymond James has significantly increased its Investment Banking presence with its number of senior bankers up 37% from 2019 levels. JMP sees the Investment Banking segment supporting steady revenue growth driven by increased conviction from investors in an economic recovery. 
JMP also sees a "good probability" of Raymond James executing on additional merger and acquisition opportunities which are not yet baked into expectations.
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Raymond James is set to report its fourth-quarter financial results after the closing bell on Oct. 23. According to estimates from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, analysts expect the company to report earnings of $2.41 per share and quarterly revenue of $3.312 billion.&nbsp;Raymond James shares are trading above the stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average of $117.78 and are approaching the stock's 52-week high of $131.19, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">RJF Stock Prediction 2024: </h3>
Equity research can be a valuable source of information for learning about a company's fundamentals. Analysts create financial models based on the fundamentals and expected future earnings of a company to arrive at a price target and recommendation for the stock.
Shares of Raymond James Financial have an average 1-year price target of $134, representing an expected upside of 4.56%.
Because of differences in assumptions, analysts can arrive at very different price targets and recommendations. No analysts have bearish recommendations on Raymond James, while 3 analysts have bullish ratings. The street high price target from JMP Securities is $146, while the street low from Goldman Sachs is $125.
RJF Price Action: According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Raymond James Financial shares are up 2.68% at $128.25 at the time of publication Wednesday.
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Wells Fargo analyst Michael Brown maintains Raymond James Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $138 to $140.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Raymond James Finl, Raises Price Target to $140

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<li>JMP Securities analyst Devin Ryan upgraded Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) from Market Perform to Market Outperform and announced a $146 price target. Raymond James Finl shares closed at $124.90 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RJF/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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JMP Securities analyst Devin Ryan upgrades Raymond James Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) from Market Perform to Market Outperform and announces $146 price target.

JMP Securities Upgrades Raymond James Finl to Market Outperform, Announces $146 Price Target

Throughout the last three months, 7 analysts have evaluated Raymond James Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<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;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</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;">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;">0</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;">1</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>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $130.71, with a high estimate of $138.00 and a low estimate of $123.00. This current average reflects an increase of 0.93% from the previous average price target of $129.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728068488_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
A clear picture of Raymond James Finl'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>Gerald O'Hara</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$126.00</td>
<td>$123.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Blostein</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Brown</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Cho</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$137.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brennan Hawken</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$138.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gerald O'Hara</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$123.00</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bill Katz</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$133.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Raymond James Finl. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Raymond James Finl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Raymond James Finl's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Raymond James Finl's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RJF/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Raymond James Finl analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Raymond James Finl</h2>
Raymond James Financial is a financial holding company whose major operations include wealth management, investment banking, asset management, and commercial banking. The company supports more than 8,000 employee and independent contractor financial advisors across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom with over $1.2 trillion of assets under administration as of September 2023. Approximately 90% of the company's revenue is from the US and 70% is from the company's wealth-management segment.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Raymond James Finl</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Raymond James Finl displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 10.92%. This indicates a notable 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 Financials sector.
Net Margin: Raymond James Finl's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 15.41%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Raymond James Finl's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 4.45%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Raymond James Finl's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.61%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Raymond James Finl's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.28, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</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.
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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