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Elite Education Group International Ltd(EEIQ)

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1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 16 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
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LAST CLOSE
$4.82
09/25/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EEIQ

09/25/2026: EEIQ (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Elite Education Group International Ltd is a small-cap provider of student consulting and educational management services, primarily focusing on facilitating Chinese students' access to international education. While the company has established institutional networks, it faces significant risks from geopolitical tensions and strict regulatory environments in its primary market. The core investment story depends on the normalization of cross-border student traffic and the company's ability to pivot toward digital-hybrid models. Due to high price volatility and sensitivity to political risks, the stock is generally more suitable for speculative investors rather than those seeking stable, income-generating, or low-risk assets. Investors should monitor visa policy updates and major regulatory shifts closely.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company faces significant regulatory and macro headwinds that limit clear, predictable growth trajectories.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock lacks the consistent trend patterns and volume required for successful momentum strategies.
Value investorMixed fitWhile valuations may appear low, the company's long-term business viability is tied to highly volatile political factors.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends and focuses resources on operational survival and stability.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSmall-cap volatility combined with sector-specific regulatory risks makes this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThin trading volumes and sensitivity to news cycles lead to sharp price swings.
Valuation riskMediumValuation is often disconnected from fundamentals due to speculative interest in small-cap stocks.
Competition risk (sector competition)HighThe company struggles to compete with the scale and marketing budget of dominant industry players.
Business qualityMediumThe business model is highly sensitive to external variables beyond company control.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income component to support the total return.
Execution riskMedium / highNavigating complex cross-border educational regulations requires significant management resources.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 122.87%
Avg. Invested days 23
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
EEIQ receives a 3-star rating, supported by available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EEIQ has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+59.4%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin -36.2%), moderate revenue growth (+9.6%), soft profitability (net margin -27.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EEIQ's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 28.8%). Cash strength is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is EEIQ's strongest growth driver at +66.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+59.4%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+9.6%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 0.0% and approximately 55.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 40.04% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

UBS Group AG 0.45%
Global Retirement Partners, LLC. 0.03%
Tower Research Capital LLC 0.00%
SBI Securities Co Ltd 0.00%
BlackRock Inc 0.00%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EEIQ generates approximately $617 of gross profit, $-465 of operating income, and $-362 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 3.73%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EEIQ has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.94M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.3
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.3
Volume (30-day avg) 14.9K shares
Beta -0.64
52 Weeks Range 1.90 - 11.80
Updated Date 09/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 1.90 - 11.80
Updated Date 09/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -4.2

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Educational ConsultingStudent application support and consulting fees.The company makes money by helping students get into foreign universities.
Cooperative ProgramsFees from managing international curricula at local schools.The company generates revenue by providing management services to educational institutions.
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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 8.59M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81
Enterprise Value 8.59M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.87
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -1.14
Shares Outstanding 1.65M
Shares Floating 907.64K
Shares Outstanding 1.65M
Shares Floating 907.64K
Percent Insiders 40.04
Percent Institutions 0.04

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Elite Education Group International Ltd

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Middletown, OH, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-03-24
Chairman & CEO Mr. Jianbo Zhang
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Education & Training Services
Full time employees 30
Full time employees 30

EpicQuest Education Group International Limited, together with its subsidiaries, provides education solutions for students interested in university and college degree programs in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It offers International English Proficiency Test (ITEP) counseling, registration, test placement, and test scores for students with no or poor language skills; admission application; visa counseling; pre-departure guidance; and accommodation arrangements. The company provides services after arrival, including pick-up; welcome; dormitory; catering; academic guidance; internship; and shuttle bus services. In addition, it acts as a recruiting agent for the University of the West of Scotland and Coventry University; and organizes and offers sport-related exhibition matches, kinesiology, and recreation education programs. The company was formerly known as Elite Education Group International Limited and changed its name to EpicQuest Education Group International Limited in August 2022. EpicQuest Education Group International Limited was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Middletown, Ohio.