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Key Takeaways Advances in technology and changing investment trends threaten Lazard's core businesses, putting long-term pressure on revenues and profitability. Reliance on senior bankers and rising competition, coupled with regulatory and geopolitical headwinds, heighten risks to stable revenue and sustained margins.

Key Takeaways Rapid Middle East and European expansion, alongside a strong advisory pipeline, positions the firm for outsized, faster-than-expected revenue and margin gains. Strength in private capital, ESG, and resilient asset management mandates supports sustained earnings growth and reduces overall earnings volatility.

Key Takeaways Record advisory revenue and strong global presence position Lazard to benefit from globalization, fueling higher future revenue and resilient, diversified growth. Expanding private capital revenues, new asset management products, and investments in technology and talent support predictable earnings, margin expansion, and reduced earnings volatility.