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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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The increase at Sam’s Club marks its first since October 2022, Jefferies analyst Corey Tarlowe wrote in a research note Thursday.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Jefferies lowers its EPS forecasts by 21% and 2% in 2026 and 2027, respectively.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Brian Tanquilut at Jefferies maintained his buy rating on Phreesia while adjusting the price target to $20, from a prior $25, writing in a note, “we think the stock valuation is undemanding now.”

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

“The market is very, very jumpy when it comes to the risks to foreign demand” for Treasurys, said Thomas Simons, a money-market economist for Jefferies in New York.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

On the day of the trip, as we’re lining up outside the high school, I’m disappointed to see that Mr. Gore is chaperoning along with Mr. Jefferies.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick

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