Lazard reports Q3 and nine-month 2018 results

Press releases — New York

October 25, 2018


NEW YORK, October 25, 2018 – Lazard Ltd (NYSE: LAZ) today reported third-quarter operating revenue1 of $606 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2018. Net income, as adjusted1 and excluding a pre-tax charge2, was $111 million, or $0.86 per share (diluted) for the quarter.

Third quarter 2018 net income on a U.S. GAAP basis was $107 million, or $0.82 per share (diluted).

For the first nine months of 2018, net income, as adjusted1 and excluding a pre-tax charge 2, was $420 million, or $3.21 per share (diluted). On a U.S. GAAP basis, net income for the first nine months was $414 million, or $3.16 per share (diluted). “Record operating revenue for the first nine months of 2018 was tempered by a relatively flat third quarter, but we are well positioned to achieve strong results for the full year,” said Kenneth M. Jacobs, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lazard. “We continue to invest in our business to serve clients, capitalize on growth opportunities and build shareholder value.”

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