Laureate Education, Inc. (LAUR)

NASDAQ: LAUR · Real-Time Price · USD
31.38
+0.20 (0.64%)
At close: Apr 28, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
31.34
-0.04 (-0.13%)
After-hours: Apr 28, 2026, 5:03 PM EDT
0.64%
Market Cap 4.40B
Revenue (ttm) 1.70B
Net Income (ttm) 281.63M
Shares Out 140.06M
EPS (ttm) 1.89
PE Ratio 16.61
Forward PE 14.93
Dividend n/a
Ex-Dividend Date n/a
Volume 1,561,110
Open 31.31
Previous Close 31.18
Day's Range 31.01 - 31.61
52-Week Range 19.54 - 37.91
Beta 0.62
Analysts Buy
Price Target 39.63 (+26.29%)
Earnings Date Apr 30, 2026

About LAUR

Laureate Education, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, offers higher education programs and services to students through a portfolio of higher education institutions in Mexico, Peru, and the United States. The company offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and specialized degree programs in the areas of medicine and health sciences, engineering and information technology, and business and management through campus-based, online, and hybrid programs. It also operates universities and technical-vocational institutions, as well as provides ... [Read more]

IPO Date Feb 1, 2017
Employees 33,900
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol LAUR
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Laureate Education's revenue was $1.70 billion, an increase of 8.64% compared to the previous year's $1.57 billion. Earnings were $281.63 million, a decrease of -5.01%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 4 analysts, the average rating for LAUR stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $39.63, which is an increase of 26.29% from the latest price.

Price Target
$39.63
(26.29% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Laureate Education Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

Delivered strong 2025 results with 9% revenue growth, record margins, and robust online expansion. 2026 guidance calls for double-digit revenue and EBITDA growth, continued margin expansion, and increased capital returns, supported by new campus investments and favorable market trends.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Laureate Education Reports Financial Results for the Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 and Provides 2026 Outlook

Company Announces $150 Million Increase in Share Repurchase Authorization Company Announces $150 Million Increase in Share Repurchase Authorization

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Laureate Education Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025

Third quarter revenue and adjusted EBITDA exceeded guidance, driven by strong enrollment growth in Peru and Mexico, especially in online programs. Full year 2025 outlook was raised, and a $150 million increase to the stock repurchase program was authorized.

6 months ago - Transcripts

Laureate Education Reports Financial Results for the Third Quarter and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2025

Company Increases Full-Year 2025 Guidance and Announces $150 Million Increase in Share Repurchase Authorization Company Increases Full-Year 2025 Guidance and Announces $150 Million Increase in Share R...

6 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Laureate Education Announces Date of Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call

MIAMI, Oct. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) plans to release results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, before the stock mark...

7 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

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Laureate Education, Inc. (LAUR) shares up 119% since first Big Money outlier inflow signal in August 2023.

8 months ago - FXEmpire

Laureate Education Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2025

Q2 and first half 2025 saw strong enrollment and revenue growth, with raised full-year guidance due to favorable FX and robust operational trends. Mexico and Peru segments delivered double-digit EBITDA growth, and new campus openings are on track to support future expansion.

9 months ago - Transcripts

Laureate Education Reports Financial Results for the Second Quarter and Six Months Ended June 30, 2025

MIAMI, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR), which operates five higher education institutions across Mexico and Peru, today announced financial results for the se...

9 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Laureate Education Announces Date of Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call

MIAMI, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) plans to release results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, on Thursday, July 31, 2025, before the stock market opens...

10 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Laureate Education Transcript: The 15th Annual East Coast IDEAS Conference

The company leads higher education in Mexico and Peru, growing revenues at 10% annually with strong margins and a diversified product offering. Expansion focuses on new campuses and online segments, while capital returns remain a priority. Regulatory environments are stable and risk is well managed.

11 months ago - Transcripts

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1 year ago - Benzinga

Laureate Education Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2025

Strong Q1 enrollment growth in Mexico and Peru drove revenue and adjusted EBITDA above guidance, with digital programs expanding rapidly. Full-year 2025 guidance was raised for enrollments, revenue, and EBITDA, despite macroeconomic and FX volatility.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Laureate Education Reports Financial Results For the First Quarter Of 2025

Company Updates Full-Year 2025 Guidance Following Completion of Favorable Enrollment Intake Cycle Company Updates Full-Year 2025 Guidance Following Completion of Favorable Enrollment Intake Cycle

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

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1 year ago - Benzinga

Laureate Education Announces Date of First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call

MIAMI, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) plans to release results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, on Thursday, May 1, 2025, before the stock market opens...

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

Laureate Education to Participate at Upcoming Conferences in April

MIAMI , March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) (the "Company") today announced that its management team will host one-on-one and small group meetings at the following up...

1 year ago - PRNewsWire

Laureate Education Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2024

Delivered record margins and strong growth in 2024, with robust enrollment and revenue increases in both Mexico and Peru. 2025 guidance anticipates flat to slightly lower reported revenue due to FX headwinds, but continued growth in Adjusted EBITDA and cash flow, with 50% of free cash flow to be returned to shareholders.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Laureate Education to Participate at the BTG Pactual Latam Opportunities Conference in March 2025

MIAMI , Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) (the "Company") today announced that its management team will host one-on-one and small group meetings at the BTG Pactual ...

1 year ago - PRNewsWire

Laureate Education Announces Date of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call

MIAMI, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) plans to release results for the quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, on Thursday, February 20, 2025, befor...

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

Laureate Education Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2024

Q3 2024 saw strong revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth, driven by robust enrollments in Peru and solid performance in Mexico. Full-year guidance was raised on a constant currency basis, with continued capital returns to shareholders and a strong balance sheet.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Laureate Education Announces Date of Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call

MIAMI, Oct. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) plans to release results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, on Thursday, October 31, 2024, before the stock mark...

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

Laureate Education Announces New $100 Million Share Repurchase Program

MIAMI, Sept. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) (the “Company”) announced that its board of directors has approved a new stock repurchase program to acquire up to $10...

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

Laureate Education to Participate at the BTG Pactual Latam CEO Conference in October 2024

MIAMI , Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR) (the "Company") today announced that its management team will host one-on-one and small group meetings at the BTG Pactual ...

1 year ago - PRNewsWire

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1 year ago - Forbes

Laureate Education Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2024

Q2 2024 saw strong revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth, with Mexico leading performance and Peru showing early signs of recovery. Full-year guidance is maintained on a constant currency basis, with margin expansion expected in H2 2024. Share repurchases and a strong balance sheet support ongoing capital returns.

1 year ago - Transcripts