LPL Financial downgraded to Neutral from Buy at Citi

Citi downgraded LPL Financial (LPLA) to Neutral from Buy with an unchanged price target of $400. After the recent share strength LPL is trading near historic highs from a valuation perspective, the analyst tells investors in a research note. In the near-term, the firm sees more limited catalysts for the stock, particularly as LPL works through the integration of Commonwealth. Citi also sees potential for increased competition for financial advisor recruiting from here. The firm sees a balanced risk/reward for shares, preferring to wait for a more attractive entry point.