10 Best Financial Stocks on Wall Street’s Radar

4. Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MMC)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 56

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MMC) is one of the best financial stocks on Wall Street’s radar. On July 18, Jefferies increased its price target for Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MMC) from $227 to $229 while keeping a “Hold” rating.

The investment firm noted that the company reported Q2 2025 results that met expectations, with results suggesting that the company is on track to achieve its current guidance. However, Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MMC) did express caution due to macroeconomic uncertainty and softer market rates.

Despite this, Jefferies pointed out that the company is still confident it can achieve mid-single-digit organic growth and improve its margins.

The research firm also noted that Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.’s (NYSE:MMC) consulting business experienced some pressure from decreased project work. Jefferies analysts expect this pressure to persist somewhat in the short term.

Even with some pricing challenges, the Risk and Insurance Services (RIS) segment largely performed in line with expectations. Jefferies projects that the results for this division will likely remain similar in the second half of the year.

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MMC) is a global professional services firm that provides risk management, insurance brokerage, reinsurance services, talent management, investment advisory, and management consulting. The company serves customers in 130 countries around the world.