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Educational Development Corp. (EDUC)
NASDAQ:EDUC
US Market
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Educational Development (EDUC) Price & Analysis

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EDUC Stock Chart & Stats

$1.44
-$0.01(-0.84%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$1.44
-$0.01(-0.84%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Strengthened Balance SheetLow leverage (debt-to-equity ~0.16) and a sizable equity base materially reduce refinancing and solvency risk. A stronger capital structure gives management flexibility to fund targeted turnaround investments, sustain operations through seasonality, and absorb execution delays over multiple quarters.
High Reported MarginsSustained gross margin (~63.9%) and positive TTM net margin (~15.7%) show the underlying publishing/product economics can be attractive when sales normalize. Durable margin structure provides earnings leverage as revenues recover, supporting long-term profitability and potential reversal of the deferred tax valuation allowance.
Cost Cuts And Inventory-to-cash ActionsManagement’s planned expense reductions (>$1.2M), active inventory conversion and a quarter-over-quarter cash increase demonstrate disciplined cash management. These structural actions improve runway, raise the probability of reaching sustainable cash-flow positivity, and create headroom for reinvestment over several quarters.
Bears Say
Material Revenue And Partner DeclineA ~32% YoY quarterly revenue drop paired with a ~31% decline in active brand partners indicates structural demand weakness in the MLM distribution channel. A smaller, less active field reduces recurring sales potential and means revenue recovery depends on durable improvements in partner recruitment and retention over many quarters.
Weak Cash Conversion And Falling FCFOperating cash flow covering only ~19% of net income and a ~49% drop in free cash flow signal poor cash conversion despite reported profitability. Persistent weak cash generation constrains reinvestment, heightens reliance on balance-sheet remedies, and amplifies execution risk for multi-quarter turnaround plans.
High Inventory Tied To Book Value; Margin PressureA large inventory stockpile (~$36.2M) that represents a meaningful portion of book value, combined with margin pressure from promotions, creates persistent working-capital strain. Ongoing markdowns or clearance activity could erode margins and delay durable profit recovery even as other metrics improve.

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EDUC FAQ

What was Educational Development Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Educational Development Corp. lowest stock price was $1.00 and its highest was $1.84 in the past 12 months.
    What is Educational Development Corp.’s market cap?
    Educational Development Corp.’s market cap is $12.62M.
      When is Educational Development Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Educational Development Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 08, 2026 which is in 83 days.
        How were Educational Development Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
        Educational Development Corp. released its earnings results on Jul 09, 2026. The company reported -$0.164 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Educational Development Corp. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Educational Development Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Educational Development Corp. pay dividends?
            Educational Development Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.1 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Educational Development Corp. dividends here
              What is Educational Development Corp.’s EPS estimate?
              Educational Development Corp.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Educational Development Corp. have?
              Educational Development Corp. has 8,524,964 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Educational Development Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Educational Development Corp. reported an EPS of -$0.164 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.185%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Educational Development Corp.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in EDUC
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Educational Development Corp.

                    Educational Development Corporation distributes children's books, educational toys and games, and related products in the United States. It operates through two segments, PaperPie and Publishing. The company owns and publishes Kane Miller books, Learning Wrap-Ups educational manipulatives, and SmartLab Toys, and is also the exclusive U.S. distributor of Usborne Publishing Limited children's books.

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