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GEM Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.15
<AU$0.01(3.70%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$0.15
<AU$0.01(3.70%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.12 - AU$0.87
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.35M
Average Volume (3M)2.43M
Market Cap
AU$100.30M
Enterprise ValueAU$845.33
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$36.39M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$777.87M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.91
Next Earnings
Feb 23, 2027EPS Estimate
0.03Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield42.31%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.48
Shares Outstanding771,558,800
10 Day Avg. Volume3,283,892
30 Day Avg. Volume2,434,120
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio<0.01
Price to Book (P/B)1.01
Price to Sales (P/S)0.56
P/FCF Ratio4.56
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$0.17Price Target Upside15.56% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.03
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$827.07M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Positive Cash GenerationSustained operating cash flow and positive free cash flow show that the centre network continues to convert services into cash, supporting reinvestment and debt servicing. The 2025 decline means cash quality requires monitoring, but generation remains a core strength.
Profitable Underlying OperationsPositive operating profitability indicates that the core childcare centres still generated earnings before below-the-line or non-operating pressures. This provides a foundation for recovery if exceptional financial burdens moderate, although net profitability remains impaired.
Recurring Childcare Revenue ModelThe model combines recurring family payments with government subsidy funding, linking revenue to ongoing childcare demand and enrolled attendance. This creates a durable service base and diversified payer support, even though occupancy, pricing and staffing costs affect returns.
Bears Say
Declining RevenueRecent revenue contraction signals weaker centre utilisation, pricing, service mix or other operating pressure. Because scale and occupancy drive childcare economics, continued declines could reduce fixed-cost absorption and limit the company’s ability to improve margins.
Severe Earnings DeteriorationThe swing from several years of modest net profitability to a substantial loss demonstrates elevated earnings volatility and weak shareholder returns. Even with positive EBIT, persistent below-the-line pressure could constrain reinvestment, dividends and confidence in earnings quality.
Materially Higher LeverageThe sharp increase in leverage and smaller equity cushion heighten financial risk, particularly while earnings are negative and free cash flow is declining. Higher debt obligations can reduce flexibility for centre investment and make recovery more dependent on sustained cash generation.
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GEM FAQ
What was G8 Education Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
G8 Education Limited lowest share price was AU$0.12 and its highest was AU$0.87 in the past 12 months.
What is G8 Education Limited’s market cap?
G8 Education Limited’s market cap is AU$100.30M.
When is G8 Education Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
G8 Education Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 23, 2027 which is in 169 days.
How were G8 Education Limited’s earnings last quarter?
G8 Education Limited released its earnings results on Aug 24, 2026. The company reported AU$0.009 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$0 by AU$0.009.
Is G8 Education Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts G8 Education Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does G8 Education Limited pay dividends?
G8 Education Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.02 which represents an annual dividend yield of 42.31%. See more information on G8 Education Limited dividends here
What is G8 Education Limited’s EPS estimate?
G8 Education Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.03.
How many shares outstanding does G8 Education Limited have?
G8 Education Limited has 771,558,800 shares outstanding.
What happened to G8 Education Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
G8 Education Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.009 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$0. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 7.143%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of G8 Education Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:GEM
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
G8 Education Limited Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
AU$0.17 (15.56% Upside)
AU$0.17 (15.56% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bearish
AU:GEM Sentiment 60%
Sector Average 60%
Sector Average 60%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-83.72%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
42.31%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-21.90%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
G8 Education Limited
Headquartered in Varsity Lakes, Australia, G8 Education Limited is an Australian firm specializing in early childhood education and care provisions. The company operates a wide array of services catering to young learners, encompassing numerous well-known brands such as Buggles, Community Kids, Casa Bambini, Creative Garden, and Great Beginnings, alongside many others. Furthermore, G8 Education extends its offerings to include disability support services, featuring specialized early intervention and allied health assistance provided under the Leor brand. Founded in 2006, the organization maintained an operational network of 448 centers as of December 31, 2021.
GEM Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$0.17
▲(15.56% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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