Lear (LEA) – Analysts’ Weekly Ratings Updates

Several brokerages have updated their recommendations and price targets on shares of Lear (NYSE: LEA) in the last few weeks:

• 4/17/2026 – Lear had its “hold” rating reaffirmed by Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft. They now have a $120.00 price target on the stock.
• 4/15/2026 – Lear had its price target lowered by TD Cowen from $133.00 to $132.00. They now have a “hold” rating on the stock.
• 4/14/2026 – Lear had its price target lowered by The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. from $129.00 to $115.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.
• 4/14/2026 – Lear had its price target lowered by UBS Group AG from $145.00 to $135.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.
• 3/31/2026 – Lear had its price target lowered by Wells Fargo & Company from $131.00 to $126.00. They now have an “equal weight” rating on the stock.
• 3/12/2026 – Lear is now covered by Royal Bank Of Canada. They set a “sector perform” rating and a $135.00 price target on the stock.
• 3/11/2026 – Lear was upgraded by Royal Bank Of Canada to “hold”.
• 3/4/2026 – Lear is now covered by Bank of America Corporation. They set a “neutral” rating on the stock.

Lear Announces Dividend

The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, March 25th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, March 5th were paid a dividend of $0.77 per share. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, March 5th. This represents a $3.08 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.4%. Lear’s dividend payout ratio is currently 37.79%.

Insider Activity at Lear

In other Lear news, VP Marianne Vidershain sold 1,590 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, February 24th. The shares were sold at an average price of $135.00, for a total transaction of $214,650.00. Following the transaction, the vice president owned 1,862 shares in the company, valued at approximately $251,370. This represents a 46.06% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, SVP Harry Albert Kemp sold 7,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, February 19th. The shares were sold at an average price of $136.31, for a total transaction of $954,170.00. Following the transaction, the senior vice president owned 17,423 shares in the company, valued at $2,374,929.13. This represents a 28.66% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Insiders have sold a total of 25,264 shares of company stock worth $3,400,687 over the last quarter. 1.02% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.

Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) is a global supplier of automotive seating and electrical distribution systems. The company designs, engineers and manufactures complete seat systems, seat components and power solutions for major vehicle manufacturers. Its electrical business delivers modules and components for battery management, infotainment, body and safety electronics, as well as advanced connectivity and electrification solutions.

The seating division develops lightweight, ergonomic seat structures, trim and mechanisms that address comfort, safety and environmental targets.