Blackstone Stock: Analyst Outlook Offers Key Insights for Investor Decision-Making

Imagine your favorite sports team going through a rough patch while other teams are winning big. That’s what’s happening to Blackstone, a giant in the world of investing, and investors are watching closely to see if it can bounce back.

What Is Blackstone and Why Should Investors Care?

Blackstone is a big company in New York that helps people and groups invest money in things like real estate, businesses, and loans. It’s worth about $106.5 billion on the stock market. Blackstone doesn’t just buy stocks; it invests in lots of different areas, hoping to make money in good times and bad.

For investors, Blackstone is important because it’s a leader in “alternative assets”—things outside of regular stocks and bonds. How Blackstone performs can give clues about the health of the whole financial world, especially for people looking to diversify their portfolios.

How Has Blackstone Performed?

Over the past year, Blackstone’s stock has dropped about 14.5%, while the S&P 500, which tracks many big American companies, has gone up nearly 18.5%. In 2025 so far, Blackstone is down 17.2%, but the S&P 500 is up 15.1%. Even when compared to other financial companies, like those in the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund, Blackstone is still falling behind.

• Blackstone (BX): -14.5% over the last year
• S&P 500 (SPX): +18.5% over the last year
• Financial ETF (XLF): +13.3% over the last year

This underperformance might make some investors nervous, but it also means Blackstone could be a value play if things turn around.

Bull Case: Reasons to Be Positive

• Blackstone beat Wall Street’s profit estimates last quarter, with earnings per share (EPS) of $1.52 compared to the expected $1.21.
• Analysts think Blackstone’s profits will rise by almost 15% this year, reaching $5.33 per share.
• The company has beaten earnings expectations four quarters in a row.
• Most analysts are still positive, with 8 “Strong Buy” ratings out of 23 total, and only one “Strong Sell.”
• Some experts see the stock price rising as much as 50% from today’s levels, according to Barron’s.

Historically, companies that consistently beat earnings estimates tend to outperform the market in the following year. According to a CNBC study, stocks that surprise on earnings can beat the S&P 500 by an average of 2.5% over the next 12 months.

Bear Case: Reasons to Be Cautious

• Blackstone’s revenue dropped nearly 16% compared to last year, showing some weakness in its business.
• The stock has lost ground, even while the overall market and financial sector have grown.
• Some analysts are less excited, with 12 recommending investors just “Hold” the stock and one saying “Strong Sell.”
• Future profits depend on how well Blackstone can find good investments in a changing economy.

It’s worth noting that when a stock underperforms for a long time, it can take a while to regain investor trust—even if the business starts improving.

What Are Analysts Saying?

Right now, most analysts think Blackstone is a “Moderate Buy.” The average price target is about $178.76, which is 25% higher than where the stock is today. Some are even more optimistic, seeing a possible 50% jump. Still, not everyone agrees, and some suggest waiting to see if results improve before buying.

Investor Takeaway

• Watch for signs that Blackstone’s business is rebounding, especially revenue growth and new investments.
• Compare Blackstone’s performance to other financial firms to see if it’s just a rough patch or a bigger problem.
• Consider your own risk tolerance—while some see a bargain, others may want to wait for clearer signs of recovery.
• Diversify your portfolio; don’t put all your eggs in one basket, especially with stocks that are underperforming.
• Stay updated with quarterly earnings and analyst reports, as opinions and company results can change quickly.

For the full original report, see Yahoo Finance