Northern Trust (NTRS) News Today

Northern Trust Corporation (NASDAQ: NTRS) shares have reacted to a mix of upbeat earnings revisions and a notable analyst downgrade. While several firms lifted their forecasts and price targets, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods’ recent cut to “underperform” has weighed on the stock. Key developments include:

• Positive Sentiment: Seaport Research Partners raised its Q2 2026 EPS estimate to $2.41 from $2.29, signaling stronger expected earnings. Seaport Expects Stronger Earnings
• Positive Sentiment: Seaport Research Partners also increased its Q2 2025 EPS forecast to $2.05 from $2.03 and boosted multi-quarter estimates through FY 2026. Q2 EPS Estimate Increased
• Positive Sentiment: NTRS was added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum list, reflecting bullish technical indicators. Best Momentum Stock to Buy
• Positive Sentiment: JPMorgan raised its price target for Northern Trust, highlighting improved confidence in the firm’s outlook. JPMorgan Elevates Price Target
• Neutral Sentiment: A Benzinga analysis examined option and short-seller positioning, finding mixed sentiment without a clear bullish or bearish tilt. Is the Market Bullish or Bearish
• Neutral Sentiment: Short interest remained negligible, indicating minimal pressure from short sellers.
• Negative Sentiment: Keefe, Bruyette & Woods downgraded NTRS from “market perform” to “underperform” and set a $120 price target—a potential 4.7% downside. Underperform Rating