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High
34.950
Open
34.250
VWAP
34.50
Vol
1.58M
Mkt Cap
4.97B
Low
33.720
Amount
54.67M
EV/EBITDA(TTM)
9.80
Total Shares
142.74M
EV
4.96B
EV/OCF(TTM)
13.53
P/S(TTM)
3.02
Laureate Education, Inc. operates a portfolio of degree-granting higher education institutions (Laureate International Universities network) in Mexico and Peru. The Laureate International Universities network offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees through campus-based, online and hybrid programs. The Company offers its educational services through two reportable segments: Mexico and Peru. It owns Universidad del Valle de Mexico (UVM) and Universidad Tecnologica de Mexico (UNITEC) in Mexico. It also owns the Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC), Universidad Privada del Norte (UPN) and CIBERTEC institution in Peru. Its institutions in Mexico and Peru offer traditional higher education students a private education alternative, with multiple brands and price points in each market and program. The Company offers various programs, including medicine and health sciences, engineering and information technology, and business and management.
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Events Timeline

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2026-02-19
07:40:00
Sees FY26 Revenue at $1.89B-$1.905B
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2026-02-19
07:40:00
Laureate Q4 Revenue $541.4M Beats Consensus
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News

Fool
5.0
03-26Fool
Laureate Education CFO Sells 61,803 Shares Worth $2.08 Million
  • Transaction Overview: Richard M. Buskirk, CFO of Laureate Education, sold 61,803 shares directly for approximately $2.08 million, reducing his direct holdings to 246,577 shares valued at around $8.21 million, indicating sustained confidence in the company's stock.
  • Historical Trading Comparison: This sale represents Buskirk's largest single-day disposition in the past year, accounting for 20.04% of his direct holdings and exceeding the recent median sell size of 34,517.5 shares, reflecting a cautious approach amid market fluctuations.
  • Derivative Relevance: The sale was executed immediately after exercising options for 2,803 shares, and while it involved derivatives, the majority of the transaction was direct stock sales, which did not materially alter his overall equity exposure, suggesting a stable outlook for the company.
  • Investor Considerations: Despite the sale, Buskirk retains nearly 80% of his direct holdings, indicating that the reasons for the sale may not be related to the company's performance, as Laureate is projected to see a 9% revenue growth in 2025, highlighting the company's ongoing growth potential.
NASDAQ.COM
5.0
03-26NASDAQ.COM
Laureate Education CFO Sells Over $2 Million in Shares
  • Share Sale Details: Richard M. Buskirk sold 61,803 shares on March 11, 2026, for approximately $2.08 million at an average price of $33.69 per share, reducing his direct ownership by 20.04%.
  • Ownership Change Analysis: Following the sale, Buskirk's direct holdings decreased from about 308,000 shares to 246,577 shares, yet he retains nearly 80%, suggesting the sale may not be linked to the company's performance.
  • Company Financial Performance: Laureate Education reported $1.7 billion in revenue for 2025, a 9% increase year-over-year, although net income fell by 5% due to foreign currency losses, indicating operational stability and competitive strength in the higher education market.
  • Market Reaction and Investment Advice: While Buskirk's share sale may raise market concerns, Laureate's low P/E ratio of 17 and its exclusion from The Motley Fool's top stock recommendations suggest investors should carefully assess its future growth potential.
Fool
8.5
03-13Fool
Harvest Investment Increases Stake in Laureate Education
  • Share Increase: On February 17, 2026, Harvest Investment Services disclosed a purchase of 110,675 shares of Laureate Education, valued at approximately $3.42 million, indicating strong confidence in the company's growth prospects.
  • Stake Growth: Following this acquisition, Harvest's stake in Laureate increased to 1.07%, reflecting a strategic positioning in the education sector, particularly in the promising Latin American markets.
  • Strong Financial Performance: Laureate Education reported approximately $1.7 billion in revenue for 2025, a 9% year-over-year increase, while adjusted EBITDA rose from $450 million in 2024 to nearly $519 million, showcasing improved operational efficiency.
  • Stock Buybacks: The management repurchased over $200 million in stock over the past year and recently increased its buyback authorization by another $150 million, demonstrating confidence in future growth and commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
NASDAQ.COM
2.0
03-13NASDAQ.COM
Harvest Investment Services Increases Stake in Laureate Education
  • Share Acquisition: Harvest Investment Services acquired an additional 110,675 shares of Laureate Education in Q4 2025, with an estimated transaction value of $3.42 million, reflecting the firm's confidence in the company's growth prospects.
  • Increased Position Value: As of December 31, 2025, Harvest's total holdings reached 168,025 shares valued at $5.66 million, marking a $3.85 million increase from the previous quarter, indicating positive stock price movement.
  • Market Demand: Rising demand for private education in Latin America has led to an 8% increase in new enrollments and a 5% rise in total enrollments for Laureate Education in 2025, driving revenue to approximately $1.7 billion, a 9% year-over-year growth.
  • Share Buyback Strategy: Laureate Education repurchased over $200 million in stock last year and recently increased its buyback authorization by another $150 million, signaling strong confidence in future market growth and a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
moomoo
4.5
03-07moomoo
VERTIV HOLDINGS, LUMENTUM HOLDINGS, COHERENT, AND ECHOSTAR SET TO ENTER S&P 500
  • New Additions to S&P 500: Vertiv Holdings, Lumentum Holdings, Coherent, and Echosstar are set to join the S&P 500 index.

  • Market Impact: The inclusion of these companies may influence market dynamics and investor strategies as they become part of a major stock index.

moomoo
4.5
03-06moomoo
VERTIV HOLDINGS, LUMENTUM HOLDINGS, COHERENT, AND ECHOSTAR TO BE ADDED TO S&P 500; ADDITIONAL COMPANIES TO ENTER S&P 100, S&P MIDCAP 400, AND S&P SMALLCAP 600
  • New Additions to S&P 500: Vert Holdings, Lumentum Holdings, CohereNT, and EchoStar are set to join the S&P 500 index.

  • Other Index Changes: Additional companies will be added to the S&P 100, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600 indices.

Wall Street analysts forecast LAUR stock price to rise
4 Analyst Rating
Wall Street analysts forecast LAUR stock price to rise
3 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 0.000
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Low
32.00
Averages
36.50
High
40.00
Current: 0.000
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Low
32.00
Averages
36.50
High
40.00
BMO Capital
Jeffrey Silber
Outperform
maintain
$40 -> $43
AI Analysis
2026-03-26
Reason
BMO Capital
Jeffrey Silber
Price Target
$40 -> $43
AI Analysis
2026-03-26
maintain
Outperform
Reason
BMO Capital analyst Jeffrey Silber raised the firm's price target on Laureate Education to $43 from $40 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares after meeting with its management team. The firm has come away with greater confidence in its financial model and Laureate's trajectory ahead, the analyst tells investors in a research note. After a series of divestitures, the company is now focused on higher education in Mexico and Peru - two countries where the middle class is expanding, and while higher education participation rates have increased, they are still below many other major countries, the firm added.
JPMorgan
Marcelo Santos
Overweight
maintain
$40
2026-03-11
Reason
JPMorgan
Marcelo Santos
Price Target
$40
2026-03-11
maintain
Overweight
Reason
JPMorgan analyst Marcelo Santos raised the firm's price target on Laureate Education to $41.50 from $40 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm updated the company's model post the Q4 report. The analyst cites a stronger currency in Mexico and Peru for the target boost.
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Valuation Metrics

The current forward P/E ratio for Laureate Education Inc (LAUR.O) is 16.63, compared to its 5-year average forward P/E of 17.01. For a more detailed relative valuation and DCF analysis to assess Laureate Education Inc's fair value, Click here.

Forward PE

The forward P/E ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's current stock price by its estimated future earnings per share over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average PE
17.01
Current PE
16.63
Overvalued PE
29.86
Undervalued PE
4.16

Forward EV/EBITDA

The forward EV/EBITDA ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's enterprise value (EV) by its estimated future earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average EV/EBITDA
7.20
Current EV/EBITDA
9.37
Overvalued EV/EBITDA
10.53
Undervalued EV/EBITDA
3.87

Forward PS

The forward P/S ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's current stock price by its estimated future sales (or revenue) per share over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average PS
1.76
Current PS
2.43
Overvalued PS
2.31
Undervalued PS
1.22

Financials

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Quarterly

Whales Holding LAUR

A
Algert Global LLC
Holding
LAUR
+15.18%
3M Return
D
Dark Forest Capital Management LP
Holding
LAUR
+6.64%
3M Return
L
LarrainVial Asset Management Administradora General de Fondos SA
Holding
LAUR
+5.15%
3M Return
P
Punch & Associates Investment Management, Inc.
Holding
LAUR
+5.15%
3M Return
V
Van Berkom and Associates Inc.
Holding
LAUR
+2.12%
3M Return
P
Pacific Capital Funds LLC
Holding
LAUR
-2.54%
3M Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laureate Education Inc (LAUR) stock price today?

The current price of LAUR is 34.84 USD — it has increased 2.74

What is Laureate Education Inc (LAUR)'s business?

Laureate Education, Inc. operates a portfolio of degree-granting higher education institutions (Laureate International Universities network) in Mexico and Peru. The Laureate International Universities network offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees through campus-based, online and hybrid programs. The Company offers its educational services through two reportable segments: Mexico and Peru. It owns Universidad del Valle de Mexico (UVM) and Universidad Tecnologica de Mexico (UNITEC) in Mexico. It also owns the Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC), Universidad Privada del Norte (UPN) and CIBERTEC institution in Peru. Its institutions in Mexico and Peru offer traditional higher education students a private education alternative, with multiple brands and price points in each market and program. The Company offers various programs, including medicine and health sciences, engineering and information technology, and business and management.

What is the price predicton of LAUR Stock?

Wall Street analysts forecast LAUR stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for LAUR is36.50 USD with a low forecast of 32.00 USD and a high forecast of 40.00 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.

What is Laureate Education Inc (LAUR)'s revenue for the last quarter?

Laureate Education Inc revenue for the last quarter amounts to 541.39M USD, increased 27.87

What is Laureate Education Inc (LAUR)'s earnings per share (EPS) for the last quarter?

Laureate Education Inc. EPS for the last quarter amounts to 1.17 USD, increased 88.71

How many employees does Laureate Education Inc (LAUR). have?

Laureate Education Inc (LAUR) has 33900 emplpoyees as of April 01 2026.

What is Laureate Education Inc (LAUR) market cap?

Today LAUR has the market capitalization of 4.97B USD.