Lazard Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

The firm recorded adjusted net revenue of $805 million for the quarter ending September 30, 2026.

Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Corporate Finance

Lazard Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

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Lazard reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2026, ending September 30. The firm posted adjusted net revenue of $805 million and adjusted net income of $40 million.

Why it matters

The mixed results reflect the current performance of the firm across its core business segments as it balances revenue growth with net income pressures. This report provides transparency into the financial health of the global financial advisory and asset management organization.

Lazard reported adjusted net revenue of $805 million for the third quarter of 2026, an 11 percent increase, while adjusted net income fell 35 percent to $40 million. Assets under management reached $284 billion at the quarter-end.

The players

Lazard

A global financial advisory and asset management firm that provides services to corporations, governments, and individuals.

The details

Financial Advisory revenue contributed $465 million to the total, marking a 10 percent increase, while Asset Management added $330 million, up 12 percent. The company also reported U.S. GAAP net revenue of $814 million and net income of $29 million, with an adjusted diluted earnings per share of $0.36.

Lazard reported financial results for the third quarter of 2026.
The financial results concluded on September 30, 2026.

Market Dynamics

Lazard's performance metrics offer a point of comparison to the 2008 financial crisis recovery period, illustrating the broader cyclicality of the financial services sector. These results highlight the challenges firms face in maintaining income growth during shifting market conditions.

Investors should note the divergence between the 11 percent increase in adjusted net revenue and the 35 percent decrease in adjusted net income. This performance data influences portfolio allocations and expectations for future dividends or stock price valuation.

The takeaway

The latest quarterly figures demonstrate the impact of fluctuating operational costs on Lazard's bottom line despite growth in advisory and asset management revenues. Shareholders and analysts will continue to monitor whether the firm can stabilize net income in future quarters.