Should I buy or sell Prudential stock right now?

4 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Prudential in the last year. There are currently 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" PRU shares. View PRU analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks .

What is Prudential's stock price target for 2024?

4 analysts have issued 12 month target prices for Prudential's shares. Their PRU share price targets range from GBX 1,390 to GBX 1,800. On average, they expect the company's stock price to reach GBX 1,522.50 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 117.5% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for PRU or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts .

How have PRU shares performed in 2024?

Prudential's stock was trading at GBX 887.20 at the start of the year. Since then, PRU stock has decreased by 21.1% and is now trading at GBX 700. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here .

How were Prudential's earnings last quarter?

Prudential plc (LON:PRU) issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, March, 14th. The financial services provider reported $145.20 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $139.00 by $6.20. The financial services provider earned $44.01 billion during the quarter. Prudential had a net margin of 15.41% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 9.82%.

How often does Prudential pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Prudential?

Prudential declared a dividend on Wednesday, March 20th. Investors of record on Thursday, March 28th will be paid a dividend of GBX 0.14 per share on Thursday, May 16th. This represents a yield of 1.43%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, March 28th. This is a boost from the stock's previous dividend of GBX 0.06. The official announcement can be accessed at this link . Read our dividend analysis for PRU .

Is Prudential a good dividend stock?

Prudential (LON:PRU) pays an annual dividend of GBX 17 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.15%. The dividend payout ratio is 3,469.39%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable. Read our dividend analysis for PRU .

What other stocks do shareholders of Prudential own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Prudential investors own include Xtrackers California Municipal Bond ETF (CA) , Endologix (ELGX) , BlackRock (BLK) , Hawkins (HWKN) , Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) , Aegean Marine Petroleum Network (ANW) , Athabasca Oil (ATH) , Gran Tierra Energy (GTE) , Och-Ziff Capital Management Group (OZM) and Precision Drilling (PD) .

How do I buy shares of Prudential?

Shares of PRU stock and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock. Compare Top Brokerages Here .

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Prudential (PRU) Share Price, News & Analysis

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GBX 700

-7.60 (-1.07%)

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Today's Range: 697.20
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710.40
50-Day Range: 687.40
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827.40
52-Week Range: 684.73
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1,147.15

Volume: 4.44 million shs
Average Volume: 9.03 million shs
Market Capitalization: £19.25 billion

P/E Ratio: 1,428.57
Dividend Yield: 2.43%
Price Target: GBX 1,522.50

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Prudential MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating: Buy
3.00 Rating Score
Upside/Downside: 117.5% Upside
GBX 1,522.50 Price Target
Short Interest: N/A
Dividend Strength: Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability: -0.39
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment: N/A
Insider Trading: Acquiring Shares
£91.23 M Bought Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Overall MarketRank^™

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank^™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

2.26 out of 5 stars

3.5

Analyst's Opinion

Consensus Rating
Prudential has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.00, and is based on 4 buy ratings, no hold ratings, and no sell ratings.
Amount of Analyst Coverage
Prudential has only been the subject of 3 research reports in the past 90 days.
Read more about Prudential's stock forecast and price target.

N/A

Short Interest

Short Interest
There is no current short interest data available for PRU.

0.8

Dividend Strength

Dividend Yield
Prudential pays a meaningful dividend of 2.15%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.
Dividend Growth
Prudential does not have a long track record of dividend growth.
Dividend Coverage
The dividend payout ratio of Prudential is 3,469.39%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
Read more about Prudential's dividend.

3.1

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score
Prudential has received a 29.38% net impact score from Upright. Prudential seems to create the most significant positive value in categories "Jobs", "Societal infrastructure", and "Taxes". The positive contribution in the "Societal infrastructure" impact category is mostly driven by its "Pension funding services", "Life annuities", and "Real estate funds" products. See details.
Environmental Sustainability
The Environmental Impact score for Prudential is -0.39.

0.0

News and Social Media Coverage

Search Interest
Only 16 people have searched for PRU on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -33% compared to the previous 30 days.
MarketBeat Follows
Only 2 people have added Prudential to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -50% compared to the previous 30 days.

2.5

Company Ownership

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling
In the past three months, Prudential insiders have bought more of their company's stock than they have sold. Specifically, they have bought £912,303.63 in company stock and sold GBX 0 in company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
Only 0.29% of the stock of Prudential is held by insiders.
Percentage Held by Institutions
59.47% of the stock of Prudential is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.
Read more about Prudential's insider trading history.

1.3

Earnings and Valuation

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of Prudential is 1,428.57, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 123.94.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of Prudential is 1,428.57, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Financial Services sector average P/E ratio of about 449.74.
Price to Earnings Growth Ratio
Prudential has a PEG Ratio of 0.81. PEG Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued.
Price to Book Value per Share Ratio
Prudential has a P/B Ratio of 1.08. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

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About Prudential Stock (LON:PRU)

Prudential plc, through its subsidiaries, provides life and health insurance, and asset management solutions to individuals in Asia and Africa. The company was founded in 1848 and is headquartered in Central, Hong Kong.

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings: 3/14/2018
Ex-Dividend for 5/16 Dividend: 3/28/2024
Dividend Payable: 5/16/2024
Today: 6/16/2024

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: LON
Sector: Financial Services
Industry: Insurance - Life
Sub-Industry: N/A
Current Symbol: LON:PRU
CUSIP: N/A
CIK: N/A
Web: www.prudential.co.uk
Phone: +44-20-75483737
Fax: N/A
Employees: 15,030
Year Founded: N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target: GBX 1,522.50
High Stock Price Target: GBX 1,800
Low Stock Price Target: GBX 1,390
Potential Upside/Downside: +117.5%
Consensus Rating: Buy
Rating Score (0-4): 3.00
Research Coverage: 4 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): GBX 0.49
Trailing P/E Ratio: 1,428.57
Forward P/E Ratio: 11.53
P/E Growth: 0.81
Net Income: £1.70 billion
Net Margins: 15.41%
Pretax Margin: N/A
Return on Equity: 9.82%
Return on Assets: 1.40%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 31.08
Current Ratio: 2.02
Quick Ratio: 0.67

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: £11.04 billion
Price / Sales: 1.74
Cash Flow: GBX 155.52 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 4.50
Book Value: GBX 650 per share
Price / Book: 1.08

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 2,750,000,000
Free Float: N/A
Market Cap: £19.25 billion
Optionable: Not Optionable
Beta: 1.26

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Key Executives

Mr. Anil Wadhwani (Age 56)
CEO & Executive Director
Comp: $10.04M
Mr. Benjamin James Bulmer (Age 49)
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Patrick Bowes
Head of Investor Relations
Mr. Avnish Kalra C.A. (Age 56)
Chief Risk & Compliance Officer
Ms. Catherine Chia (Age 56)
Chief Human Resources Officer
Mr. Allen Thai
Chief Representative of Myanmar Office
Ciaran Mulligan
Head of Manager Oversight for Portfolio Management Group
Rebecca Wyatt
Chief of Financial & Capital Reporting
Ms. Marcia Lynn Wadsten F.S.A. (Age 57)
Chief Financial Officer of Jackson Holdings LLC
Mr. Eng Seong Lim
Chief Executive Officer of Life Insurance

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Should I Buy Prudential Stock? PRU Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Prudential plc:

Prudential plc has shown consistent growth in its revenue and earnings over the past few quarters, indicating a strong financial performance.
The company has a diversified business model, operating in various segments such as insurance, asset management, and retirement solutions, which can provide stability and resilience in different market conditions.
Recent strategic acquisitions and partnerships have expanded Prudential plc's global presence, opening up new growth opportunities in emerging markets.
Prudential plc's stock price has been on an upward trend, reflecting positive investor sentiment and potential for capital appreciation.
The company has a solid track record of paying dividends, offering investors a reliable income stream along with potential capital gains.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Prudential plc for these reasons:

Prudential plc operates in a highly regulated industry, subject to changing regulatory environments that could impact the company's operations and profitability.
The company faces competition from both traditional financial institutions and new fintech disruptors, which could pressure margins and market share.
Global economic uncertainties and market volatility may affect Prudential plc's investment portfolio performance and overall financial stability.
Currency exchange rate fluctuations can impact the company's international business operations and financial results, introducing additional risks for investors.
Investors should carefully monitor interest rate movements as they can influence Prudential plc's profitability, particularly in its insurance and investment businesses.

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Prudential pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

PRU Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Prudential stock right now?: 4 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Prudential in the last year. There are currently 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" PRU shares.
View PRU analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks.
What is Prudential's stock price target for 2024?: 4 analysts have issued 12 month target prices for Prudential's shares. Their PRU share price targets range from GBX 1,390 to GBX 1,800. On average, they expect the company's stock price to reach GBX 1,522.50 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 117.5% from the stock's current price.
View analysts price targets for PRU or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts.
How have PRU shares performed in 2024?: Prudential's stock was trading at GBX 887.20 at the start of the year. Since then, PRU stock has decreased by 21.1% and is now trading at GBX 700.
View the best growth stocks for 2024 here.
How were Prudential's earnings last quarter?: Prudential plc (LON:PRU) issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, March, 14th. The financial services provider reported $145.20 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $139.00 by $6.20. The financial services provider earned $44.01 billion during the quarter. Prudential had a net margin of 15.41% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 9.82%.

How often does Prudential pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Prudential?: Prudential declared a dividend on Wednesday, March 20th. Investors of record on Thursday, March 28th will be paid a dividend of GBX 0.14 per share on Thursday, May 16th. This represents a yield of 1.43%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, March 28th. This is a boost from the stock's previous dividend of GBX 0.06. The official announcement can be accessed at this link.
Read our dividend analysis for PRU.
Is Prudential a good dividend stock?: Prudential (LON:PRU) pays an annual dividend of GBX 17 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.15%. The dividend payout ratio is 3,469.39%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
Read our dividend analysis for PRU.
What other stocks do shareholders of Prudential own?: Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Prudential investors own include Xtrackers California Municipal Bond ETF (CA), Endologix (ELGX), BlackRock (BLK), Hawkins (HWKN), Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), Aegean Marine Petroleum Network (ANW), Athabasca Oil (ATH), Gran Tierra Energy (GTE), Och-Ziff Capital Management Group (OZM) and Precision Drilling (PD).
How do I buy shares of Prudential?: Shares of PRU stock and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock.
Compare Top Brokerages Here.