Should I buy or sell Prudential stock right now?

4 Wall Street 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 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 brokerages have issued twelve-month price targets 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 share price to reach GBX 1,522.50 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 111.7% 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 beginning of the year. Since then, PRU shares have decreased by 18.9% and is now trading at GBX 719.20. 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 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $139.00 by $6.20. The financial services provider earned $44.01 billion during the quarter. Prudential had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 9.82% and a net margin of 15.41%.

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

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

Is Prudential a good dividend stock?

Prudential (LON:PRU) pays an annual dividend of GBX 16 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.33%. The dividend payout ratio is 3,265.31%. 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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50-Day Range: 687.40
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1,234

Volume: 100.27 million shs
Average Volume: 9.83 million shs
Market Capitalization: £19.86 billion

P/E Ratio: 1,473.47
Dividend Yield: 2.22%
Price Target: GBX 1,522.50

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Prudential MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating: Buy
3.00 Rating Score
Upside/Downside: 111.7% 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: -0.09
Based on 5 Articles This Week
Insider Trading: Acquiring Shares
£43.25 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.

3.12 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 2 research reports in the past 90 days.

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 2.33%, 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 3,265.31%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.

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.

2.2

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment
Prudential has a news sentiment score of -0.09. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.53 average news sentiment score of Financial Services companies.
News Coverage This Week
MarketBeat has tracked 5 news articles for Prudential this week, compared to 7 articles on an average week.
Search Interest
32 people have searched for PRU on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 113% compared to the previous 30 days.
MarketBeat Follows
11 people have added Prudential to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 450% 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 £432,485.55 in company stock and sold GBX 0 in company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
Only 0.43% of the stock of Prudential is held by insiders.
Percentage Held by Institutions
59.82% of the stock of Prudential is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

1.3

Earnings and Valuation

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of Prudential is 1,467.76, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 134.26.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of Prudential is 1,467.76, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Financial Services sector average P/E ratio of about 460.66.
Price to Earnings Growth Ratio
Prudential has a PEG Ratio of 0.40. 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 1.11. 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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PRU Stock News Headlines

March 28, 2024 | insidertrades.com

Prudential plc (LON:PRU) Insider Acquires £432,485.55 in Stock

April 19, 2024 | msn.com

MAS issues 8-year prohibition orders to ex-Prudential rep

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Ex-Prudential insurance agent issued with 8-year prohibition orders by Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)

April 19, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com

Investors in Prudential (LON:PRU) have unfortunately lost 46% over the last five years

April 18, 2024 | yahoo.com

North Jersey traffic - Chris Tomlin at the Prudential Center, road work on I-80

April 17, 2024 | msn.com

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Q4 Results Preview: Value of new business likely to drop nearly 21%, margin may shrink

April 16, 2024 | bloomberg.com

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Prudential (LON:PRU) Sets New 1-Year Low at $691.00

April 12, 2024 | msn.com

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April 11, 2024 | msn.com

9 in 10 ‘pawrents’ don’t have insurance for their pets – Prudential

April 10, 2024 | msn.com

New Africa Prudential eyes capital market opportunities

April 10, 2024 | msn.com

IT sector's real growth a few quarters away; valuation risk in select mid-and small-cap stocks, says Anand Shah, ICICI Prudential AMC

April 9, 2024 | msn.com

North Jersey traffic - NJ Devils face Maple Leafs at Prudential Center

April 9, 2024 | americanbankingnews.com

Prudential (LON:PRU) Reaches New 1-Year Low at $711.00

April 8, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com

Prudential Digital Transformation Strategy Report 2024: Accelerators, Incubators, and Other Innovation Programs

April 7, 2024 | msn.com

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April 4, 2024 | yahoo.com

North Jersey traffic - Drake concert at Prudential Center

April 2, 2024 | msn.com

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April 2, 2024 | msn.com

Cybercrime Data Breach Impacted 36,000, Prudential Says In Filing

April 1, 2024 | msn.com

Prudential's Asian life business beats expectations with $3.1b NBP

March 31, 2024 | msn.com

Prudential sees windfall from Hong Kong’s cash-for-residency scheme, Greater Bay Area opportunities, CEO says

March 31, 2024 | msn.com

UFC 302 set for the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ on June 1st

March 29, 2024 | msn.com

Prudential Zenith Life Insurance organises free cancer screening for women

March 28, 2024 | msn.com

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March 28, 2024 | msn.com

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings: 3/14/2018
Ex-Dividend for 5/16 Dividend: 3/28/2024
Today: 4/19/2024
Dividend Payable: 5/16/2024

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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: +111.9%
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: 1,466.12
Forward P/E Ratio: 11.64
P/E Growth: 0.4
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: 1.79
Cash Flow: GBX 159.61 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 4.50
Book Value: GBX 650 per share
Price / Book: 1.11

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 2,750,000,000
Free Float: N/A
Market Cap: £19.76 billion
Optionable: Not Optionable
Beta: 1.26

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Key Executives

Mr. Anil Wadhwani (Age 56)
CEO & Executive Director
Comp: $9.93M
Mr. Ben Bulmer
Chief Financial Officer
Rebecca Wyatt
Director of Group Financial Accounting & Reporting
Mr. Patrick Bowes
Head of Investor Relations
Mr. Avnish Kalra C.A.
Chief Risk & Compliance Officer
Ms. Catherine Chia
Chief Human Resources Officer
Mr. Allen Thai
Chief Representative of Myanmar Office
Ciaran Mulligan
Head of Manager Oversight for Portfolio Management Group
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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Insiders

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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 stock price over the past year, indicating a positive trend in the market.
The company has a strong presence in the insurance industry, offering stability and potential for long-term returns.
Prudential plc has a diversified portfolio of insurance products, reducing risk exposure to any single market segment.
The company has a history of paying dividends to shareholders, providing a source of passive income.
Prudential plc's recent strategic partnerships and acquisitions have positioned it for further growth and expansion in the market.

Cons

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

The insurance industry is subject to regulatory changes and economic fluctuations, impacting Prudential plc's financial performance.
Market competition in the insurance sector may limit Prudential plc's ability to maintain high profit margins.
Fluctuations in interest rates can affect the company's investment returns and profitability.
Global economic uncertainties could impact Prudential plc's international operations and revenue streams.
Investors should carefully monitor Prudential plc's debt levels and financial leverage to assess risk exposure.

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 Wednesday, April 10, 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 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 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 brokerages have issued twelve-month price targets 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 share price to reach GBX 1,522.50 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 111.7% 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 beginning of the year. Since then, PRU shares have decreased by 18.9% and is now trading at GBX 719.20.
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 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $139.00 by $6.20. The financial services provider earned $44.01 billion during the quarter. Prudential had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 9.82% and a net margin of 15.41%.

How often does Prudential pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Prudential?: Prudential announced a dividend on Wednesday, March 20th. Investors of record on Thursday, March 28th will be given a dividend of GBX 0.14 per share on Thursday, May 16th. This represents a dividend yield of 1.43%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, March 28th. This is an increase from the stock's previous dividend of GBX 0.06. The official announcement can be seen at this link.
Read our dividend analysis for PRU.
Is Prudential a good dividend stock?: Prudential (LON:PRU) pays an annual dividend of GBX 16 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.33%. The dividend payout ratio is 3,265.31%. 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.

This page (LON:PRU) was last updated on 4/19/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Prudential (PRU) Share Price, News & Analysis

Prudential MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Overall MarketRank™

Analyst's Opinion

Short Interest

Short Interest

Dividend Strength

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score

Environmental Sustainability

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment

News Coverage This Week

Search Interest

MarketBeat Follows

Company Ownership

Earnings and Valuation

About Prudential Stock (LON:PRU)

PRU Stock Price History

PRU Stock News Headlines

Company Calendar

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Price Target and Rating

Profitability

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Miscellaneous

Key Executives

Key Competitors

Insiders

Should I Buy Prudential Stock? PRU Pros and Cons Explained

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PRU Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

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