Stifel Financial Receives 'Moderate Buy' Rating from Analysts

Eleven brokerages cover the stock, with five analysts issuing a hold recommendation and six a buy recommendation.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 8:43am

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Stifel Financial Corporation (NYSE:SF) has been assigned a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" from the eleven brokerages currently covering the stock. The average 1-year price target among the brokerages is $90.13. Several analysts have recently commented on the stock, with some upgrading it to a "buy" rating and others lowering it to a "hold" rating.

Why it matters

Stifel Financial's stock performance and analyst ratings are closely watched by investors, as the company's financial services and investment banking activities are seen as indicators of broader economic and market trends. The mixed analyst recommendations reflect the ongoing uncertainty and volatility in the financial sector.

The details

The eleven brokerages covering Stifel Financial have issued a range of recommendations on the stock. Five analysts have rated it with a hold recommendation, while six have issued a buy recommendation. Analysts have cited factors such as the company's strong financial performance, growth initiatives, and market positioning in their assessments.

  • Stifel Financial's stock price has ranged from a 12-month low of $48.85 to a high of $89.83 over the past year.
  • The company's most recent earnings report was released on January 28, 2026.

The players

Stifel Financial Corporation

A diversified financial services holding company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, providing a broad array of financial products and services through its subsidiaries.

Zacks Research

An investment research firm that provides stock analysis and recommendations.

Citigroup

A global financial services company that provides investment banking, securities, and wealth management services.

Weiss Ratings

An independent financial rating agency that provides research and analysis on stocks, mutual funds, and other financial products.

Stifel Nicolaus

The principal subsidiary of Stifel Financial, providing a full range of financial services and products.

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