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Vasta Platform Ltd (VSTA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: VSTA (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $3.35
1 Year Target Price $3.35
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -6.12% | Avg. Invested days 22 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 337.31M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 3.93 | 1Y Target Price 3.35 |
Price to earnings Ratio 3.93 | 1Y Target Price 3.35 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta -0.11 | 52 Weeks Range 1.60 - 5.49 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.60 - 5.49 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.07 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-06 | When - | Estimate -0.24 | Actual 0.0128 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 27.57% | Operating Margin (TTM) -5.7% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.46% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.03% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 3.93 | Forward PE 13.74 | Enterprise Value 499762477 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2 |
Enterprise Value 499762477 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.58 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.25 | Shares Outstanding 15874700 | Shares Floating 7834316 |
Shares Outstanding 15874700 | Shares Floating 7834316 | ||
Percent Insiders 50.65 | Percent Institutions 31.48 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vasta Platform Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
Vasta Platform Ltd, formerly known as Somos Educau00e7u00e3o S.A., was founded in 2007. It has evolved from a traditional educational publisher to a digital education platform, focusing on K-12 education in Brazil. The company went public on the Nasdaq in July 2020.
Core Business Areas
- Content & EdTech Platforms: Provides educational content and technology platforms, including printed and digital materials, learning management systems (LMS), and assessment tools.
- Supplemental Solutions: Offers supplemental educational services and products such as bilingual programs, coding education, and assessment preparation.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The organizational structure includes various departments responsible for content development, technology, sales, and marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pleno: A comprehensive K-12 learning system, including textbooks, digital platforms, and teacher training. Competitors include Arco Platform, Positivo, and Pearson. Market share data is difficult to obtain precisely, but Pleno is a leading player in the private K-12 market in Brazil.
- SAS: Another K-12 educational platform focusing on high-achieving schools with higher ASP and margins. Competitors include Arco Platform, Positivo, and Pearson. Market share data is difficult to obtain precisely, but SAS is considered a premium product in this market.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The Brazilian education market is large and growing, driven by increasing enrollment in private schools and the adoption of digital learning solutions. The industry is competitive, with several major players vying for market share.
Positioning
Vasta Platform is positioned as a leading provider of comprehensive educational solutions for private K-12 schools in Brazil. Its competitive advantages include its established brand, extensive content library, and technology platform.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The Brazilian private K-12 education market has a TAM estimated to be in the billions of US dollars. Vasta Platform is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition in Brazil
- Comprehensive K-12 educational solutions
- Established relationships with private schools
- Scalable technology platform
Weaknesses
- Concentration in the Brazilian market
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
- Dependence on key personnel
- High price sensitivity from parents
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new products and services
- Acquisition of complementary businesses
- Increased adoption of digital learning solutions
Threats
- Intense competition from other educational providers
- Changes in government regulations
- Economic downturn in Brazil
- Technological disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ARCE
- PRSO
- LMNR
Competitive Landscape
Vasta Platform faces intense competition from other educational providers, including Arco Platform, Positivo, and Pearson. Vasta Platform's competitive advantages include its established brand, comprehensive solutions, and technology platform.
Major Acquisitions
Meritt
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 25.5
- Strategic Rationale: To expand Vasta Platform's presence in the supplemental education market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Vasta Platform has experienced rapid growth in recent years, driven by the increasing demand for private education in Brazil.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued growth for Vasta Platform, driven by increased enrollment in private schools and the adoption of digital learning solutions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include the launch of new products and services, expansion into new geographic markets, and acquisitions of complementary businesses.
Summary
Vasta Platform is a key player in the Brazilian K-12 education market and the company is growing steadily with high demand for private education and digital learning solutions. It faces strong competition and is susceptible to economic conditions in Brazil. Its strategic acquisitions and growing customer base is a positive direction for Vasta. To continue to strive, Vasta should be cautious of any changes to government policies.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Investor Relations
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates. It is not financial advice, and investors should conduct their own due diligence before making any investment decisions. Market share data is approximate and may vary based on source.
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About Vasta Platform Ltd
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters São Paulo, SP, Brazil | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-07-31 | CEO, COO & Investment Relations Officer Mr. Guilherme Alves Melega | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Education & Training Services | Full time employees 1478 | Website https://www.vastaedu.com.br |
Full time employees 1478 | Website https://www.vastaedu.com.br | ||
Vasta Platform Limited provides educational printed and digital solutions to private schools operating in the K-12 education sector in Brazil. The company offers digital and printed textbooks, teacher handbooks, exercise books, multidisciplinary subject books, and student evaluations; and PAR platform that allows schools to select their preferred books and materials and follow their own specific teaching methods. It also provides traditional learning systems under the Anglo, pH, Pitágoras, Rede Cristã de Educação, Maxi, Ético, Fibonacci, and Mackenzie brands; ongoing training for educators; and services to partner schools, including consulting services for school management and the organization of events, and a proprietary and differentiated evaluation system for partner schools and their students. In addition, the company offers Plurall that provides a digital learning experience and allows for tailor-made adjustments for each school; Plurall Maestro that develops digital solutions to help educators in planning and conducting classes; PROFS, a teacher training program; O Líder em Mim, a program with content, methodology, teaching material, and training to develop leadership; English Stars, an English educational platform; EduAll, a bilingual program to enhance its current solutions; Plurall Olímpico, a content for scientific competitions; MindMakers to develop leadership, collaboration, and persistence through multidisciplinary problem-solving exercises; Matific that provides interactive learning environments and adaptable worksheets; Plurall Store; Plurall Adapta for adaptive learning sessions; Plurall MeuProf to connect students with professors for private tutoring; Prepara to prepare students for external assessments; Leader in Me to develop socio-emotional competencies of K12 students; Education Systems, a structured teaching system for K12 students and teachers; and Prepara ENEM. Vasta Platform Limited was founded in 1966 and is based in São Paulo, Brazil.
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