LA3A Stock Chart & Stats
€27.80
€0.20(1.16%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€27.80
€0.20(1.16%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€19.50 - €34.80
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)4.00
Market Cap
€4.55B
Enterprise Value€5.52K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€162.99M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€722.71M
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.7
Beta0.36
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
0.85Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.88
Shares Outstanding139,978,290
10 Day Avg. Volume13
30 Day Avg. Volume4
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-17.01
Price to Book (P/B)4.19
Price to Sales (P/S)2.92
P/FCF Ratio18.91
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€34.96Price Target Upside25.77% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)1.87
Revenue Forecast (FY)€1.67B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Solid Cash Generation And Positive FCF TrendConsistent operating cash flow and multi-year free cash flow growth support durable funding for campus investments, working capital and shareholder returns. Strong cash conversion underpins capital allocation flexibility and reduces reliance on external financing over the medium term.
Enrollment Momentum, Driven By Peru Online ExpansionSustained intake growth from online programs in Peru indicates structural demand and scalable delivery. A growing online cohort diversifies revenue mix, increases addressable market among working adults, and can lower marginal delivery costs as scale improves over multiple quarters.
Strong Operating Profitability And MarginsHigh and improving operating margins reflect pricing power and efficient campus/online operations, providing durable earnings capacity. Solid margins support reinvestment and cash returns, and a multi-year step-up in earnings power strengthens resilience to cyclical revenue swings.
Bears Say
Higher Attrition In Rapidly Scaling Online ProgramsElevated attrition reduces lifetime student revenue and raises acquisition payback periods, pressuring unit economics as online volumes scale. Over time this can force higher marketing spend, curriculum/support investment, or pricing changes that compress sustainable margins and retention-driven growth.
Mexico Profitability Drag From New Campus Investments And SeasonalityCapital-intensive expansion in Mexico creates near-term margin pressure and delays returns until campuses reach scale. If enrollment ramps slower than expected, the investment cycle can weigh on multi-quarter profitability and cash conversion, adding execution risk to growth plans.
Balance-sheet Comparability And Leverage FluctuationInconsistent debt reporting and historically variable leverage reduce transparency around financial flexibility. Fluctuating leverage can constrain steady capital returns or investment during stress periods, making funding plans and risk buffers less predictable over the medium term.
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LA3A FAQ
What was Laureate Education’s price range in the past 12 months?
Laureate Education lowest stock price was €19.50 and its highest was €34.80 in the past 12 months.
What is Laureate Education’s market cap?
Laureate Education’s market cap is €4.55B.
When is Laureate Education’s upcoming earnings report date?
Laureate Education’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 4 days.
How were Laureate Education’s earnings last quarter?
Laureate Education released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported -€0.149 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -€0.213 by €0.064.
Is Laureate Education overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Laureate Education’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Laureate Education pay dividends?
Laureate Education does not currently pay dividends.
What is Laureate Education’s EPS estimate?
Laureate Education’s EPS estimate is 0.85.
How many shares outstanding does Laureate Education have?
Laureate Education has 139,978,290 shares outstanding.
What happened to Laureate Education’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Laureate Education reported an EPS of -€0.149 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -€0.213. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Laureate Education?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:LA3A
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
Laureate Education Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
€34.96 (25.77% Upside)
€34.96 (25.77% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:LA3A Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 61%
Sector Average 61%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
60.79%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
22.76%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Laureate Education
Laureate Education, Inc., operating alongside its various subsidiaries, delivers a diverse array of higher education services and academic programs to students via an extensive network of universities and specialized educational institutions. Its offerings encompass both undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses, spanning disciplines such as business administration, healthcare and medical sciences, and engineering and information technology. These programs are accessible through on-campus instruction, fully online formats, or blended (hybrid) learning models. The company extends its educational reach to students in Mexico, Peru, and the United States. Established in 1989, and originally known as Sylvan Learning Systems, Inc. before rebranding in May 2004, Laureate Education, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Miami, Florida.
LA3A Company Deck
LA3A Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a positive operational momentum driven by strong enrollment growth (notably a 13% intake increase in Peru and overall new enrollment +9%) and reinforced full-year financial guidance with upgraded EPS driven by $105M of share repurchases. Management highlighted healthy revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth targets (11%–12% reported revenue growth; 12%–14% reported adjusted EBITDA growth) and a strong balance sheet (net debt ~$60M) supporting continued capital returns. Near-term weakness is largely seasonal and timing-related: Q1 was a low-revenue quarter with a small adjusted EBITDA loss (-$2M), GAAP net loss ($22M), Mexico experienced a 16% decline in Q1 adjusted EBITDA, and Peru’s out-of-session quarter produced a negative $35M adjusted EBITDA despite improvement versus prior year. Management expects margin expansion across both markets weighted to the second half, while acknowledging short-term drag from new campus investments and higher attrition in rapidly scaling online programs. Overall, positive strategic and financial trends outweigh the seasonal and timing challenges discussed.View all DE:LA3A earnings summariesLA3A Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€34.96
▲(25.77% Upside)
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