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Jefferies

British

/ ˈdʒɛfrɪz /

noun

Richard. 1848–87, British writer and naturalist, noted for his observation of English country life: his books include Bevis (1882) and collections of essays such as The Open Air (1885)

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Jefferies finds the latest targets as “conservatively struck” and projects midteens earnings-per-share growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Jefferies analyst Julien Dumoulin-Smith said before the agreement was confirmed that NextEra had some aces up its sleeve.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Jefferies analyst Jeffrey Favuzza wrote in a Monday morning note that infrastructure software and cybersecurity stocks have been particular outperformers recently.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Given this backdrop, Jefferies analyst Corey Tarlowe reiterated his thesis that retailers that offer the best value will come out on top.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

While Mr. Jefferies picks up our tickets, we wait next to a gigantic white statue of Ben Franklin in the biggest chair I have ever seen.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick

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