Lakeland Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAKE) Given Average Rating of “Hold” by Brokerages

Lakeland Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAKE) has received a consensus recommendation of “Hold” from the five ratings firms that are covering the firm, Marketbeat Ratings reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, two have given a hold rating and two have issued a buy rating on the company. The average twelve-month price objective among analysts that have updated their coverage on the stock in the last year is $16.50.

Several research analysts have weighed in on the company. UBS Group set a $14.00 price target on Lakeland Industries in a report on Wednesday, December 10th. Roth Mkm dropped their target price on Lakeland Industries from $27.00 to $19.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, December 10th. Wall Street Zen lowered Lakeland Industries from a “hold” rating to a “strong sell” rating in a research note on Saturday, December 13th. Lake Street Capital dropped their price objective on shares of Lakeland Industries from $26.00 to $19.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, December 10th. Finally, Weiss Ratings reissued a “sell (d)” rating on shares of Lakeland Industries in a research report on Thursday, January 22nd.

Lakeland Industries Price Performance

NASDAQ:LAKE opened at $9.17 on Monday. The firm has a market cap of $89.96 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of -2.09 and a beta of 1.29. Lakeland Industries has a 12-month low of $7.77 and a 12-month high of $23.94. The company has a current ratio of 3.83, a quick ratio of 1.48 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.28. The company’s 50-day moving average is $9.25 and its two-hundred day moving average is $12.84.

Insider Activity at Lakeland Industries

In related news, CFO Roger D. Shannon sold 8,869 shares of Lakeland Industries stock in a transaction on Tuesday, December 16th. The stock was sold at an average price of $8.06, for a total value of $71,484.14. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer owned 36,026 shares in the company, valued at approximately $290,369.56. This trade represents a 19.75% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. In the last three months, insiders acquired 6,727 shares of company stock worth $58,548. Corporate insiders own 1.91% of the company’s stock.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Lakeland Industries

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. BNP Paribas Financial Markets increased its position in Lakeland Industries by 87.8% during the 3rd quarter. BNP Paribas Financial Markets now owns 1,795 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock worth $27,000 after purchasing an additional 839 shares in the last quarter. First Trust Advisors LP raised its stake in shares of Lakeland Industries by 4.2% in the 2nd quarter. First Trust Advisors LP now owns 28,554 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock valued at $389,000 after acquiring an additional 1,149 shares during the period. Rhumbline Advisers raised its stake in shares of Lakeland Industries by 16.0% in the 3rd quarter. Rhumbline Advisers now owns 13,415 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock valued at $199,000 after acquiring an additional 1,853 shares during the period. Police & Firemen s Retirement System of New Jersey acquired a new position in shares of Lakeland Industries during the 2nd quarter valued at $31,000. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company MN boosted its position in Lakeland Industries by 35.5% during the 4th quarter. Wells Fargo & Company MN now owns 9,514 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock worth $84,000 after purchasing an additional 2,492 shares during the period. 71.69% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

More Lakeland Industries News

Here are the key news stories impacting Lakeland Industries this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Lakeland’s Fire + Safety unit opened a second California PPE facility in Fresno offering decontamination, inspection/repair services and NFPA 1850 training — a potential source of recurring service revenue and deeper customer relationships with fire departments. Lakeland Fire + Safety’s California PPE Opens Second California Facility in Fresno
• Neutral Sentiment: Multiple law firms are issuing investor advisories reminding shareholders of upcoming deadlines (notably an April 24, 2026 lead‑plaintiff deadline) and soliciting inquiries — these notices themselves don’t establish liability but amplify investor attention and could increase short‑term volatility. LAKE SHAREHOLDER ACTION REMINDER: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP
• Negative Sentiment: At least one formal class action has been filed (Pomerantz) and multiple firms (Rosen, Pomerantz, Portnoy, Robbins, others) are publicizing suits or investigations covering the Dec. 1, 2023–Dec. 9, 2025 class period. These filings allege securities law violations, raise potential exposure to damages, legal costs and management distraction — factors that typically weigh on share prices until resolved. Pomerantz Law Firm Announces the Filing of a Class Action Against Lakeland

Lakeland Industries Company Profile

Lakeland Industries, Inc (NASDAQ:LAKE) is a global provider of high-performance protective apparel and accessories designed to safeguard workers in industrial, healthcare, laboratory, and emergency response environments. The company’s expertise lies in producing garments that shield against chemical, biological, radiological, and thermal risks, supporting safety protocols in sectors such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and first responders.

The product portfolio encompasses both single-use and reusable solutions, including chemical protective coveralls, flame-resistant garments, arc flash clothing, medical isolation gowns, and cleanroom suits.