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An announcement from Jefferies ( (JEF) ) is now available.
On December 5, 2025, Jefferies Financial Group Inc. announced its acquisition of a 50% interest in Hildene Holding Company, LLC, marking an expansion of their strategic relationship that began in 2022. This transaction involves a cash investment of $340 million and is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, coinciding with Hildene’s acquisition of SILAC, Inc. The deal is anticipated to be immediately accretive to Jefferies’ earnings, with a $75 million pretax gain expected upon closing. Hildene will also acquire a majority interest in Hildene Re SPC, Ltd., enhancing its capabilities in wealth accumulation and retirement products.
The most recent analyst rating on (JEF) stock is a Buy with a $78.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Jefferies stock, see the JEF Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on JEF Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, JEF is a Neutral.
Jefferies’ overall stock score is driven by strong technical indicators and positive corporate events, which are offset by financial challenges. The company’s strategic partnerships and market position are strengths, but high leverage and weak cash flow management present risks. The valuation is fair, providing some stability in the current market environment.
To see Spark’s full report on JEF stock, click here.
More about Jefferies
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. is a leading full-service investment banking and capital markets firm, serving public and private companies, institutional investors, and government entities. Hildene Capital Management is an alternative asset manager focused on credit investing through structured credit and asset-based credit strategies, managing over $18 billion for a diverse range of clients.
Average Trading Volume: 2,510,332
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: $12.2B
For detailed information about JEF stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.