Morgan Stanley Keeps Underweight Rating on Brighthouse Financial, Inc. - Preferred Stock (BHFAP)
Morgan Stanley's Recommendation: On October 7, 2025, Morgan Stanley maintained an Underweight recommendation for Brighthouse Financial, Inc. - Preferred Stock (NasdaqGS:BHFAP), despite a projected 5.43% upside in its price target.
Institutional Ownership Trends: There has been a 30.77% increase in the number of funds reporting positions in Brighthouse Financial, although total shares owned by institutions decreased by 1.68% over the last three months.
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Brighthouse Financial's Series A Preferred Stock Surpasses 10.5% Yield Threshold
Stock Performance: Brighthouse Financial Inc's 6.600% Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series A (BHFAP) is down approximately 2.9% in Monday trading, while the common shares (BHF) have increased by about 0.1%.
Dividend History: A chart detailing the historical dividend payments for BHFAP is provided, showcasing the performance of Brighthouse Financial Inc's preferred stock.
Is Brighthouse Financial Still Appealing Following Its Recent Performance and Capital Strategy Changes?
Current Stock Performance: Brighthouse Financial's stock has seen a slight decline recently but remains up 36.2% year-to-date, with significant gains over the past year and five years.
Valuation Insights: The company scores a 4 out of 6 on valuation checks, indicating that the market may not fully reflect its fundamentals, with an intrinsic value estimated at about $65.40 per share.
Price-to-Earnings Ratio Analysis: Brighthouse Financial's current PE ratio of 4.3x is significantly lower than industry averages, suggesting market skepticism about its earnings durability, while a proprietary Fair Ratio indicates potential undervaluation.
Investment Considerations: Investors are encouraged to explore different narratives and forecasts regarding Brighthouse Financial's future performance to make informed decisions about buying, holding, or selling the stock.
