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APEI Stock Chart & Stats
$60.60
-$0.30(-1.46%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$60.60
-$0.30(-1.46%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$27.74 - $61.59
Previous CloseN/A
Volume20.62K
Average Volume (3M)254.32K
Market Cap
$1.07B
Enterprise Value$808.62M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$221.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$70.25M
Price to Earnings (P/E)29.7
Beta0.48
Next Earnings
Aug 11, 2026EPS Estimate
0.36Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.96
Shares Outstanding18,343,489
10 Day Avg. Volume255,179
30 Day Avg. Volume254,319
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.19
Price to Book (P/B)2.31
Price to Sales (P/S)1.05
P/FCF Ratio14.77
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.76
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.23
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit2.28
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.63
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$63.60Price Target Upside4.95% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)2.54
Revenue Forecast (FY)$690.98M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationSustained operating cash flow and materially higher free cash flow provide durable internal funding for operations, reinvestment, share buybacks and M&A optionality. Consistent positive FCF reduces refinancing risk and supports capital allocation even if near-term enrollment bumps occur.
De‑risked Balance SheetMarkedly lower leverage and sizable equity create financial flexibility to withstand cyclical enrollment swings or invest in growth. Reduced debt service after refinancing and a larger cash buffer improve resilience and lower the chance of capital strain during regulatory or demand headwinds.
Profitability Recovery & Strategic ActionsMeaningful margin expansion and raised guidance indicate improving unit economics and operational leverage. Authorization of a buyback signals management confidence and disciplined capital allocation, which together support sustainable earnings improvement and shareholder returns over the medium term.
Bears Say
Regulatory DependencyThe institutional consolidation and planned demerger hinge on Department of Education sign‑off; any delay or conditional approval could postpone expected benefits, constrain strategic flexibility and create uncertainty around the company's operating structure and timing of realized synergies.
Enrollment Volatility From DeploymentsConcentration in military‑affiliated enrollments creates structural sensitivity to geopolitical and deployment cycles. Recurrent cohort timing disruptions can depress new starts and retention, forcing recurring incremental marketing spend and smoothing challenges for revenue and margin predictability across periods.
Historical Earnings And Cash‑flow VolatilityWhile recent results improved, prior multi‑year losses and uneven cash conversion indicate earnings are not yet fully stable. This structural volatility raises execution risk: adverse enrollment, regulatory, or competitive shifts could quickly reverse margins and pressure returns and balance‑sheet metrics.
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APEI FAQ
What was American Public Education, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
American Public Education, Inc. lowest stock price was $27.74 and its highest was $61.59 in the past 12 months.
What is American Public Education, Inc.’s market cap?
American Public Education, Inc.’s market cap is $1.07B.
When is American Public Education, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
American Public Education, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 11, 2026 which is in 28 days.
How were American Public Education, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
American Public Education, Inc. released its earnings results on May 11, 2026. The company reported $0.94 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.64 by $0.3.
Is American Public Education, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts American Public Education, Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does American Public Education, Inc. pay dividends?
American Public Education, Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is American Public Education, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
American Public Education, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.36.
How many shares outstanding does American Public Education, Inc. have?
American Public Education, Inc. has 18,343,489 shares outstanding.
What happened to American Public Education, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
American Public Education, Inc. reported an EPS of $0.94 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.64. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.978%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of American Public Education, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in APEI
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$63.60 (4.95% Upside)
$63.60 (4.95% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
APEI Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 247.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $240.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 5.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.5%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
86.22%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
14.02%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.04%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
American Public Education, Inc.
American Public Education, Inc. (APEI), along with its affiliated entities, delivers higher learning opportunities accessible both online and at physical campuses. The organization operates through three principal divisions: the American Public University System, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. APEI provides an extensive array of academic pathways, offering 130 degree programs and 111 certificate qualifications across diverse fields of study. These include business administration, health sciences, technology, criminal justice, education, and the liberal arts, in addition to specialized areas like national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security. Furthermore, the company places a significant emphasis on healthcare education, featuring a practical nursing diploma, an associate's degree in nursing, and an associate's degree in medical laboratory technology. Established in 1991, American Public Education, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Charles Town, West Virginia.
APEI Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$63.60
▲(4.95% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
18.92% Insiders
21.64% Mutual Funds
1.45% Other Institutional Investors
41.41% Public Companies and
Individual Investors