Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for JEF?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for JEF is "Buy" based on 5 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for JEF?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for JEF is $83.67, representing an upside of 61.0% from the current price of $51.98.

Question 3

What do analyst ratings mean?

Accepted Answer

Analyst ratings indicate investment recommendations: Strong Buy and Buy are bullish signals suggesting the stock may outperform. Hold means the stock is fairly valued. Sell and Strong Sell are bearish signals suggesting potential underperformance. These ratings are based on fundamental analysis and valuation models.

Question 4

What is a price target?

Accepted Answer

A price target is an analyst's projection of a stock's fair value over a specific timeframe, typically 12 months. Analysts use fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and industry comparisons to estimate where the stock should trade. Price targets can range from low (conservative) to high (optimistic) estimates.

Date	Analyst	Firm	Action	Rating	Price Target
Dec 30, 2025	Albert Anthony	Investing.com	Initiates Coverage	Buy	-
Dec 12, 2025	Nalak Das	Zacks Equity Research	Initiates Coverage	Buy	-
Dec 11, 2025	Michael Brown	UBS	Initiates	Strong Buy	$76.00
Dec 11, 2025	Chris Kotowski	Oppenheimer	Maintains	Buy	$81.00 → $97.00 +16.00 (19.8%)
Dec 8, 2025	Ryan Kenny	Morgan Stanley	Upgrades	Buy	$74.00 → $78.00 +4.00 (5.4%)

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