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Laureate Education Inc (LAUR)

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$23.38
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Profit since last BUY4.89%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: LAUR (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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4 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $24.12

1 Year Target Price $24.12

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$24.12Target price
Low$13.6
Current$23.38
high$23.61

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -4.09%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.44B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.42
1Y Target Price 24.12
Price to earnings Ratio 12.42
1Y Target Price 24.12
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 0.69
52 Weeks Range 13.60 - 23.61
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 13.60 - 23.61
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.86

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

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Profitability

Profit Margin 18.84%
Operating Margin (TTM) -5.59%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 10.83%
Return on Equity (TTM) 31.17%

Valuation

Trailing PE 12.42
Forward PE 17.39
Enterprise Value 3764715158
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.25
Enterprise Value 3764715158
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.25
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.46
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.3
Shares Outstanding 148810000
Shares Floating 134819031
Shares Outstanding 148810000
Shares Floating 134819031
Percent Insiders 9.45
Percent Institutions 95

Analyst Ratings

Rating 2
Target Price 24.12
Buy 2
Strong Buy 1
Buy 2
Strong Buy 1
Hold 1
Sell -
Strong Sell -
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Laureate Education Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Laureate Education Inc. was founded in 1998. It grew through acquisitions of various universities globally, aiming to provide accessible and affordable higher education. In 2021, it became a private company, delisting from the NASDAQ.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Higher Education Institutions: Laureate operated a network of universities and higher education institutions, offering undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Prior to becoming private, Laureate Education had a standard corporate leadership structure, including a CEO, CFO, and board of directors. Specific details are not publicly available post-delisting.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Undergraduate Programs: Laureate offered a wide range of undergraduate degree programs across various fields like business, healthcare, and engineering. Market share data is unavailable post-delisting. Competitors include publicly traded universities and private higher education providers.
  • Graduate Programs: Graduate degree programs were offered in specialized areas to cater to working professionals and career advancement. Market share data is unavailable post-delisting. Competitors include publicly traded universities and private higher education providers.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The higher education industry is characterized by increasing competition, rising tuition costs, and evolving student demands. Online education and skills-based learning are gaining prominence.

Positioning

Before privatization, Laureate positioned itself as a global provider of accessible and affordable higher education. Post-privatization, its positioning is less publicly known.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global higher education market is valued in the trillions of USD. Laureate aimed to capture a significant portion of this TAM by expanding its network of institutions. Specific TAM contribution data is unavailable post-delisting.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Global Network of Institutions
  • Diverse Program Offerings
  • Experienced Management Team (pre-delisting)

Weaknesses

  • High Debt Load (historically)
  • Regulatory Scrutiny
  • Reputational Risks

Opportunities

  • Expansion into Emerging Markets
  • Online Education Growth
  • Partnerships with Corporations

Threats

  • Increased Competition
  • Changing Student Demographics
  • Economic Downturns

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Strategic Education Inc. (STRA)
  • Adtalem Global Education (ATGE)
  • Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE)

Competitive Landscape

Prior to going private, Laureate Education competed on a global scale, leveraging its network and brand recognition. Now the company is not comparable.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Growth occurred mainly through acquisitions.

Future Projections: Future projections are unavailable post-privatization.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives are not publicly available post-privatization.

Summary

Laureate Education Inc., after going private, is no longer subject to public scrutiny and market analysis, making it difficult to assess its current financial health. Before being privatized, the company focused on aggressive expansion via acquistions. It faced challenges in managing debt. The current state and trajectory of the company is difficult to assess.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • SEC Filings (pre-privatization)
  • Company Press Releases (pre-privatization)
  • Industry Reports

Disclaimers:

Data is based on publicly available information prior to Laureate Education Inc.'s privatization. Current performance and financial details are not publicly accessible. Market share data is estimated based on pre-privatization information and general industry analysis.

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About Laureate Education Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Miami, FL, United States
IPO Launch date 2017-02-01
President, CEO & Director Mr. Eilif Serck-Hanssen
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Education & Training Services
Full time employees 31800
Full time employees 31800

Laureate Education, Inc. offers higher education programs and services to students through a network of universities and higher education institutions. The company provides a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the areas of business and management, medicine and health sciences, and engineering and information technology through campus-based, online, and hybrid programs. It offers specialized courses for technical and vocational training; and senior high school. It serves in Mexico, Peru, and the United States. The company was formerly known as Sylvan Learning Systems, Inc. and changed its name to Laureate Education, Inc. in May 2004. Laureate Education, Inc. was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.