Phoenix Education Partners (PXED) Q1 2026 Revenue Grows 2.9% with 85,600 Students Enrolled
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 15h ago
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Source: seekingalpha
- Revenue Growth: Phoenix Education reported Q1 net revenue of $262 million, reflecting a 2.9% year-over-year increase driven by total enrollment rising to 85,600 students, demonstrating the company's ongoing efforts in student retention and new student growth, thereby solidifying its market position.
- AI Strategy Implementation: The company emphasized its focus on enhancing student AI fluency through embedded content and leveraging AI to optimize operations, with AI assistants improving enrollment conversion and retention in certain cases, showcasing its innovative capabilities and market adaptability in the education sector.
- Dividend Announcement: The company declared its inaugural quarterly cash dividend of approximately $0.21 per share to be paid on February 18, 2026, reflecting disciplined capital allocation and commitment to shareholders, which enhances investor confidence.
- Financial Outlook: Management reiterated fiscal 2026 guidance of net revenue between $1.025 billion and $1.035 billion, with adjusted EBITDA guidance of $244 million to $249 million, indicating strong confidence in future performance and a stable financial foundation.
Analyst Views on PXED
Wall Street analysts forecast PXED stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for PXED is 44.38 USD with a low forecast of 32.29 USD and a high forecast of 60.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
6 Analyst Rating
4 Buy
2 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 31.710
Low
32.29
Averages
44.38
High
60.00
Current: 31.710
Low
32.29
Averages
44.38
High
60.00
About PXED
Phoenix Education Partners Inc formerly known as AP VIII Queso Holdings LP, is a United States-based holding company. The Company through its subsidiary The University of Phoenix, Inc, is engaged in offering online higher education for working adults in the United States. It offers degree-granting programs and non-degree programs that include skills-based certifications.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
