Laureate Education (LAUR)
NASDAQ:LAUR
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LAUR Stock Chart & Stats
$33.84
$0.23(1.26%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$33.84
$0.23(1.26%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$21.53 - $38.28
Previous CloseN/A
Volume88.61K
Average Volume (3M)1.22M
Market Cap
$5.10B
Enterprise Value$5.60B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$162.99M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$722.71M
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.5
Beta0.64
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
0.97Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.88
Shares Outstanding139,978,290
10 Day Avg. Volume1,510,866
30 Day Avg. Volume1,218,165
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-17.05
Price to Book (P/B)4.19
Price to Sales (P/S)2.92
P/FCF Ratio18.91
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.10
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.22
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit11.98
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.76
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$41.00Price Target Upside21.16% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)2.15
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.91B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Sustained ProfitabilityConsistently high margins across the income statement indicate durable earning power and operating efficiency. Strong gross and EBIT margins support pricing flexibility and resilience to cost shocks, enabling sustained cash generation and funding for reinvestment or shareholder returns over coming quarters.
Improving Cash GenerationMaterial positive free cash flow and a multi‑year improvement trajectory provide durable financial flexibility. Solid OCF and FCF support capital expenditure for campuses, continued share repurchases, and cushion for seasonality, improving the firm's ability to self‑fund growth and return capital over 2–6 months.
Enrollment Momentum & Online ExpansionRobust intake growth, led by rapid scaling of online working‑adult programs in Peru, reflects structurally strong demand and expands the addressable market. Durable enrollment momentum lifts recurring tuition revenue and creates optionality to scale lower‑marginal‑cost online programs over multiple terms.
Bears Say
Higher Online AttritionElevated attrition in fast‑growing online offerings reduces student lifetime value and increases acquisition and retention spending. Over several quarters this can compress realized revenue per enrollee, slow net enrollment conversion, and limit margin accretion from scaled online programs absent improved retention.
Balance Sheet Comparability & LeverageModerate but inconsistent leverage and reporting differences create uncertainty around financial flexibility. Fluctuating debt levels raise refinancing and covenant risks if growth needs accelerate or FX pressures materialize, potentially constraining capital allocation or increasing funding costs over the medium term.
Mexico Profitability PressureSignificant near‑term profitability drag in Mexico from out‑of‑session timing and new campus investment can persist across academic cycles, reducing margin stability. Ongoing campus openings and seasonal revenue shifts may delay operating leverage realization and keep regional margins under pressure for multiple quarters.
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LAUR FAQ
What was Laureate Education’s price range in the past 12 months?
Laureate Education lowest stock price was $21.53 and its highest was $38.28 in the past 12 months.
What is Laureate Education’s market cap?
Laureate Education’s market cap is $5.10B.
When is Laureate Education’s upcoming earnings report date?
Laureate Education’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 39 days.
How were Laureate Education’s earnings last quarter?
Laureate Education released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported -$0.17 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -$0.243 by $0.073.
Is Laureate Education overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Laureate Education’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Laureate Education pay dividends?
Laureate Education pays a Notavailable dividend of $0.7 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Laureate Education dividends here
What is Laureate Education’s EPS estimate?
Laureate Education’s EPS estimate is 0.97.
How many shares outstanding does Laureate Education have?
Laureate Education has 139,978,290 shares outstanding.
What happened to Laureate Education’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Laureate Education reported an EPS of -$0.17 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -$0.243. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.733%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Laureate Education?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LAUR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Laureate Education Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$41.00 (21.16% Upside)
$41.00 (21.16% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
LAUR Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 433.0K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 6.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 13.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 13.2%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
61.98%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
25.38%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
22.76%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Laureate Education
Laureate Education, Inc., operating alongside its various subsidiaries, delivers a diverse array of higher education services and academic programs to students via an extensive network of universities and specialized educational institutions. Its offerings encompass both undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses, spanning disciplines such as business administration, healthcare and medical sciences, and engineering and information technology. These programs are accessible through on-campus instruction, fully online formats, or blended (hybrid) learning models. The company extends its educational reach to students in Mexico, Peru, and the United States. Established in 1989, and originally known as Sylvan Learning Systems, Inc. before rebranding in May 2004, Laureate Education, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Miami, Florida.
LAUR Company Deck
LAUR Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a positive operational momentum driven by strong enrollment growth (notably a 13% intake increase in Peru and overall new enrollment +9%) and reinforced full-year financial guidance with upgraded EPS driven by $105M of share repurchases. Management highlighted healthy revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth targets (11%–12% reported revenue growth; 12%–14% reported adjusted EBITDA growth) and a strong balance sheet (net debt ~$60M) supporting continued capital returns. Near-term weakness is largely seasonal and timing-related: Q1 was a low-revenue quarter with a small adjusted EBITDA loss (-$2M), GAAP net loss ($22M), Mexico experienced a 16% decline in Q1 adjusted EBITDA, and Peru’s out-of-session quarter produced a negative $35M adjusted EBITDA despite improvement versus prior year. Management expects margin expansion across both markets weighted to the second half, while acknowledging short-term drag from new campus investments and higher attrition in rapidly scaling online programs. Overall, positive strategic and financial trends outweigh the seasonal and timing challenges discussed.View all LAUR earnings summariesLAUR Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$41.00
▲(21.16% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
3.27% Insiders
31.23% Mutual Funds
23.84% Other Institutional Investors
17.20% Public Companies and
Individual Investors