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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$0.09 - AU$0.87
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.35M
Average Volume (3M)7.05M
Market Cap
AU$71.75M
Enterprise ValueAU$845.33M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$36.39M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$777.87M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.93
Next Earnings
Feb 23, 2027EPS Estimate
0.03Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield21.05%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.48
Shares Outstanding771,558,800
10 Day Avg. Volume5,918,115
30 Day Avg. Volume7,051,804
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 GenerationThe business continues to convert operations into meaningful cash, with operating cash flow broadly steady and free cash flow remaining positive. This supports ongoing investment and financial obligations, although the recent decline means cash generation should be monitored for durability.
Underlying Operating ProfitabilityPositive EBIT indicates the core childcare operation still generated operating profit before below-the-line pressures. That underlying profitability provides a base for recovery if non-operating effects moderate, while also showing the business has not lost all earnings power.
Subsidy-Supported Revenue ModelThe revenue model combines family fee payments with government childcare subsidies, linking income to an established essential-services framework. This structure can support recurring demand and centre utilisation over time, rather than relying only on discretionary purchases or one-off contracts.
Bears Say
Revenue ContractionThe latest revenue decline signals weakening top-line performance across the centre network and reduces the base from which earnings can grow. If sustained, lower revenue can pressure utilisation, pricing leverage, and the company’s ability to absorb largely ongoing operating costs.
Large Net LossThe sharp move from several years of modest net profitability to a large net loss demonstrates substantial earnings volatility and below-the-line pressure. This weakens retained capital and makes future results less predictable, even though operating profit remains positive.
Higher Financial LeverageA much higher debt burden combined with a smaller equity cushion increases financial risk and reduces flexibility for investment or downturn management. Greater leverage can also make future earnings more sensitive to financing costs and business performance changes.
G8 Education Limited News
GEM FAQ
What was G8 Education Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
G8 Education Limited lowest share price was AU$0.09 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$71.75M.
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 140 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 21.05%. 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 75%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-89.12%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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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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