- Abu Dhabi Investment Authority invests significantly in Jefferies Financial Group.
- Analyst forecasts indicate potential upside for Jefferies Financial Group shares.
- GF Value suggests a potential downside compared to current trading price.
The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority has strategically invested in a unit of Jefferies Financial Group (JEF, Financial), acquiring approximately 344,001 shares in Jefferies Credit Partners BDC for an estimated $5 million. This transaction values the shares at about $14.5 each, reflecting a considerable level of confidence in Jefferies' growth potential.
Wall Street Analysts' Forecast
According to projections from three analysts, the average one-year price target for Jefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF, Financial) is positioned at $57.00, with the highest estimate reaching $75.00 and the lowest at $41.00. This average price target suggests an upside of 23.30% from the current trading price of $46.23. For more detailed estimates, visit the Jefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF) Forecast page.
The consensus recommendation from five brokerage firms positions Jefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF, Financial) with an average brokerage recommendation of 2.4, categorizing it as "Outperform." The rating scale runs from 1 to 5, with 1 indicating a Strong Buy and 5 suggesting a Sell.
GF Value Assessment
As per GuruFocus estimates, the anticipated GF Value for Jefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF, Financial) over the next year is $42.30, which suggests a downside of 8.5% from the current price of $46.23. The GF Value represents GuruFocus' calculated fair value of the stock, determined by analyzing historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future business performance estimates. For more comprehensive data, visit the Jefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF) Summary page.
