CE1 Stock Chart & Stats
€28.60
€1.00(3.62%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€28.60
€1.00(3.62%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€23.20 - €33.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)12.00
Market Cap
€1.80B
Enterprise Value€1.36K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€1.47B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€56.59M
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.1
Beta0.29
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2026EPS Estimate
0.59Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.79
Shares Outstanding62,577,057
10 Day Avg. Volume38
30 Day Avg. Volume12
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.21
Price to Book (P/B)1.95
Price to Sales (P/S)2.25
P/FCF Ratio8.77
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€37.74Price Target Upside31.97% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)2.53
Revenue Forecast (FY)€749.06M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Profitability And Revenue GrowthHigh margins and substantial revenue growth indicate an effective online education model with operating leverage. Although margins vary over time, the current profitability profile provides resources to fund student support, technology and continued expansion.
Conservative Balance Sheet And Strong Cash GenerationVery low leverage and substantial internally generated cash strengthen financial resilience. This gives Perdoceo flexibility to invest in enrollment, technology and academic initiatives while supporting dividends and repurchases without relying heavily on debt.
Constructive Enrollment And Earnings OutlookImproving retention and sustained CTU growth support the durability of student-driven revenue. Management's raised 2026 operating-income and EPS targets also indicate confidence that enrollment, operating execution and segment improvements can support continued earnings expansion.
Bears Say
AIU System Enrollment DeclineEnrollment is a core driver of tuition revenue, so contraction at AIU System creates a durable risk to segment scale and operating leverage. Continued weakness could require higher marketing or support spending to stabilize recruitment and retention.
Higher Investment Costs Pressure MarginsReinvestment may improve future enrollment and outcomes, but it raises the cost base before benefits are realized. If student acquisition or retention gains lag spending, operating leverage and the sustainability of current margins could weaken.
Volatile Free Cash Flow And Margin PerformanceStrong absolute cash generation is tempered by uneven year-over-year conversion and changing margins. This volatility reduces confidence in the consistency of funding available for investment and shareholder returns, even though leverage remains conservative.
Perdoceo Education News
CE1 FAQ
What was Perdoceo Education’s price range in the past 12 months?
Perdoceo Education lowest stock price was €23.20 and its highest was €33.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Perdoceo Education’s market cap?
Perdoceo Education’s market cap is €1.80B.
When is Perdoceo Education’s upcoming earnings report date?
Perdoceo Education’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2026 which is in 62 days.
How were Perdoceo Education’s earnings last quarter?
Perdoceo Education released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported €0.644 earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of €0.644 by €0.
Is Perdoceo Education overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Perdoceo Education’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Perdoceo Education pay dividends?
Perdoceo Education does not currently pay dividends.
What is Perdoceo Education’s EPS estimate?
Perdoceo Education’s EPS estimate is 0.59.
How many shares outstanding does Perdoceo Education have?
Perdoceo Education has 62,577,057 shares outstanding.
What happened to Perdoceo Education’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Perdoceo Education reported an EPS of €0.644 in its last earnings report, expectations of €0.644. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.597%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Perdoceo Education?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:CE1
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Perdoceo Education Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
€37.74 (31.97% Upside)
€37.74 (31.97% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
DE:CE1 Sentiment 50%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth €583.4K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
13.64%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.80%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
3.10%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Perdoceo Education
Perdoceo Education Corporation (PRDO) is a provider of higher education services in the United States, delivering its programs through online, campus-based, and hybrid learning models. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: Colorado Technical University and American InterContinental University. It offers a broad range of career-focused academic programs, including business and management, nursing, healthcare administration, computer science, engineering, information systems and technology, project management, cybersecurity, and criminal justice. Additionally, it provides studies in general business, information technologies, education, and health sciences. Beyond its educational offerings, Perdoceo also utilizes innovative learning tools, such as its proprietary personalized learning platform called intellipath, along with a dedicated mobile application and a two-way messaging system. As of December 31, 2021, the institution enrolled approximately 40,400 students. Established in 1994, the company was formerly known as Career Education Corporation before officially changing its name to Perdoceo Education Corporation in January 2020. Its corporate headquarters are located in Schaumburg, Illinois.
CE1 Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized strong profitability, margin expansion, revenue growth and improving enrollment and retention metrics across the company, supported by a solid cash balance and a constructive 2026 outlook. Near-term headwinds include a modest enrollment decline at AIU System, continued reinvestment in marketing and student support that pressures near-term expenses, tax rate/headwind considerations, and CTU comparability as the company laps strong prior quarters and anticipates record graduations. On balance, positive operational and financial momentum, a confident outlook with quantified guidance increases, and a strong balance sheet outweigh the identified challenges.View all DE:CE1 earnings summariesCE1 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€37.74
▲(31.97% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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