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Laureate Education Inc (LAUR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: LAUR (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $28
1 Year Target Price $28
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 13.02% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.06B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.4 | 1Y Target Price 28 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.4 | 1Y Target Price 28 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 0.61 | 52 Weeks Range 14.45 - 27.62 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 14.45 - 27.62 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.68 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-30 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.7221 | Actual 0.79 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 16.41% | Operating Margin (TTM) 36.89% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 11.48% | Return on Equity (TTM) 26.02% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.4 | Forward PE 17.39 | Enterprise Value 4373482046 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.62 |
Enterprise Value 4373482046 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.62 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.82 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.96 | Shares Outstanding 147363008 | Shares Floating 133372436 |
Shares Outstanding 147363008 | Shares Floating 133372436 | ||
Percent Insiders 9.54 | Percent Institutions 96.42 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Laureate Education Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Laureate Education Inc. was founded in 1998. It focused on acquiring and operating a global network of higher education institutions. Over time, it expanded its reach and offerings, becoming a prominent for-profit education provider. The company significantly restructured in the past decade divesting from a lot of International Schools.
Core Business Areas
- Online Learning Programs: Offers a range of online bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees through its universities and partner institutions. Focuses on delivering accessible and flexible education solutions.
Leadership and Structure
Laureate Education Inc. has a board of directors and an executive leadership team responsible for strategic direction and operational oversight. Specific individuals and details are subject to change.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Online Degree Programs: Provides a variety of online degree programs across various disciplines. Difficult to pinpoint exact market share due to the fragmented nature of the online education market. Competitors include 2U (TWOU), Coursera (COUR), and Academic Partnerships.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The higher education industry is undergoing significant transformation with increasing adoption of online learning, growing demand for specialized skills, and rising concerns about affordability. The for-profit sector faces scrutiny regarding student outcomes and debt levels.
Positioning
Laureate Education Inc. aims to provide accessible and career-oriented education through its online platforms. Its competitive advantage lies in its established brand and global network.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global online education market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Laureate Education Inc. is positioned to capture a share of this TAM through its online learning offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established brand in online education
- Global network of partner institutions
- Focus on career-oriented programs
- Scalable online platform
Weaknesses
- Dependence on regulatory environment
- Competition from traditional universities
- Negative perception of for-profit education sector
- High student debt levels
Opportunities
- Growing demand for online learning
- Partnerships with employers and institutions
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of new programs
Threats
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Economic downturn affecting enrollment
- Changing student preferences
- Competition from low-cost providers
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TWOU
- COUR
- STRA
- CHGG
Competitive Landscape
Laureate faces intense competition in the online education market. Competitors include traditional universities and other for-profit education providers, all vying for student enrollment and market share.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth reflects the company's expansion through acquisitions and organic growth. Subsequent restructuring and divestitures impacted its overall size.
Future Projections: Future projections are dependent on the company's strategic direction under private ownership.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives focus on optimizing its online learning platforms and partnerships.
Summary
Laureate Education Inc. focused on higher education but significantly restructured, divesting international schools. It now primarily focuses on online learning. The industry is experiencing growth but faces regulatory hurdles. While its brand offers an advantage, strong competition from both for-profit and non-profit institutions exists, and a weak economy could cause enrollment issues.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC filings, Market research reports, Industry analysis reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. Market share data is approximate and based on available estimates.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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 | Website https://www.laureate.net |
Full time employees 31800 | Website https://www.laureate.net | ||
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.
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