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GEC Stock Chart & Stats
C$0.27
-C$0.01(-4.21%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
C$0.27
-C$0.01(-4.21%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$0.22 - C$0.48
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)34.77K
Market Cap
C$19.24M
Enterprise ValueC$319.59
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$1.44M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$203.96M
Price to Earnings (P/E)0.8
Beta0.98
Next Earnings
Nov 26, 2026Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.37
Shares Outstanding68,698,320
10 Day Avg. Volume84,128
30 Day Avg. Volume34,770
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio<0.01
Price to Book (P/B)0.56
Price to Sales (P/S)0.93
P/FCF Ratio-20.90
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
C$0.70Price Target Upside159.26% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.03
Revenue Forecast (FY)C$22.76M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Recurring Student Housing RevenueGEC's core business is recurring student housing and residence operations, which ties revenue to multi-year enrollment cycles and campus proximity. That underlying cashflow model is structurally durable versus one‑off sales, supporting steady occupancy-driven revenue when enrollment trends are stable.
Gross Margin ResilienceReported resilience in gross margins implies underlying unit economics in housing operations remain intact despite revenue pressure. Durable gross margin preservation suggests pricing power or controlled direct costs, enabling operating leverage recovery if occupancy and revenues stabilize.
Recent Reported Net Income StrengthThe strong reported net income in the most recent period increases reported earnings capacity and can provide strategic flexibility (debt servicing, renegotiation, or selective investment). If maintained and converted to cash, it could materially improve solvency and financing options.
Bears Say
Negative Operating And Free Cash FlowSustained negative operating and free cash flow is a structural concern: it erodes liquidity, forces external financing or asset sales, and limits reinvestment. Over a multi‑month horizon, persistent cash burn undermines the ability to maintain properties, fund operations, or absorb enrollment shocks without raising costly capital.
Elevated Leverage Vs Thin EquityHigh debt relative to a modest equity base materially reduces financial flexibility and increases sensitivity to revenue or occupancy downturns. Elevated leverage raises refinancing and covenant risk, and interest obligations can squeeze margins, limiting the firm's capacity to invest in property maintenance or growth initiatives.
Declining Revenue And Weak Operating MarginsA trend of sharply falling revenue combined with negative EBITDA and EBIT indicates core operations are currently not sustainably profitable. This structural weakness undermines cash conversion and implies reported net income may reflect non‑operating items, raising earnings quality and viability concerns absent revenue recovery.
Global Education Communities News
GEC FAQ
What was Global Education Communities’s price range in the past 12 months?
Global Education Communities lowest stock price was C$0.22 and its highest was C$0.48 in the past 12 months.
What is Global Education Communities’s market cap?
Global Education Communities’s market cap is C$19.24M.
When is Global Education Communities’s upcoming earnings report date?
Global Education Communities’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 26, 2026 which is in 111 days.
How were Global Education Communities’s earnings last quarter?
Global Education Communities released its earnings results on Jul 14, 2026. The company reported -C$0.01 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -C$0.02 by C$0.01.
Is Global Education Communities overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Global Education Communities’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Global Education Communities pay dividends?
Global Education Communities does not currently pay dividends.
What is Global Education Communities’s EPS estimate?
Global Education Communities’s EPS estimate is 0.
How many shares outstanding does Global Education Communities have?
Global Education Communities has 68,698,320 shares outstanding.
What happened to Global Education Communities’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Global Education Communities reported an EPS of -C$0.01 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -C$0.02. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.099%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Global Education Communities?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:GEC
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Company Description
Global Education Communities
Global Education Communities Corp. (GEC.TO) is a Canadian entity engaged in both education and student accommodation, with its operations spanning across Canada and other international markets. Its business model centers on investing in and developing assets within these two key sectors. The company's educational offerings are extensive, providing accredited English as a Second Language (ESL) programs that cover general language acquisition, academic preparation for college, business English, medical English, English proficiency test preparation, vacation-oriented courses, and online learning modules. Beyond ESL, GEC also delivers accredited vocational training programs, including business management, customer service, TESOL teacher certification, interpretation and translation services for Korean speakers, and online English teacher training. Furthermore, GEC supports international students by recruiting them for elementary, secondary, and post-secondary institutions across North America, complemented by dedicated on-the-ground support services. In the real estate domain, Global Education Communities Corp. strategically invests in, develops, and manages properties specifically designed for educational purposes. This portfolio includes fully serviced, student-focused rental apartments, hotels, and large-scale education complexes. These facilities primarily serve the needs of domestic and international students, alongside young professionals, predominantly within Metro Vancouver, Canada. Additionally, the company provides specialized web design and advertising services to the real estate industry. Originally incorporated in 1986 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, the company was formerly known as CIBT Education Group Inc. before adopting its current name, Global Education Communities Corp., in April 2023.
GEC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
C$0.70
▲(159.26% Upside)