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Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE: CTRA) by 13.8% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 370,188 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 44,856

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European Wax Center, Inc. (NASDAQ: EWCZ)'s sale to General Atlantic for $5.80 per share in cash. If you are a European Wax shareholder, click here to learn more about your legal rights and options.

Stellar Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: STEL)'s sale to Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. for 0.3803 shares of Prosperity common stock and $11.36 in cash for each share of Stellar common stock. If you are a Stellar shareholder, click here to learn more about your legal rights and options.

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Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE: CTRA)'s sale to Devon Energy Corporation for 0.70 share of Devon common stock for each share of Coterra common stock. If you are a Coterra shareholder, click here to learn more about your legal rights and options.

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NEW YORK & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE: CTRA) to Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE: DVN). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Coterra will receive 0.70 share of Devon common stock for each share of Coterra that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process.

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Ashton Thomas Private Wealth LLC raised its position in Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE:CTRA – Free Report) by 30.9% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 358,273 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 84,623 shares during the quarter. Ashton Thomas Private Wealth LLC’s holdings in Coterra Energy were worth $9,430,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.

A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Advisors Asset Management Inc. raised its position in Coterra Energy by 0.7% in the 3rd quarter. Advisors Asset Management Inc. now owns 60,796 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,438,000 after purchasing an additional 398 shares during the period. KLCM Advisors Inc. raised its position in Coterra Energy by 4.2% in the 3rd quarter. KLCM Advisors Inc. now owns 9,855 shares of the company’s stock worth $233,000 after purchasing an additional 400 shares during the period. Pinnacle Associates Ltd. raised its position in Coterra Energy by 2.8% in the 3rd quarter. Pinnacle Associates Ltd. now owns 15,336 shares of the company’s stock worth $363,000 after purchasing an additional 415 shares during the period. Profund Advisors LLC raised its position in Coterra Energy by 1.4% in the 3rd quarter. Profund Advisors LLC now owns 30,969 shares of the company’s stock worth $732,000 after purchasing an additional 418 shares during the period. Finally, AAFMAA Wealth Management & Trust LLC raised its position in Coterra Energy by 1.0% in the 3rd quarter. AAFMAA Wealth Management & Trust LLC now owns 43,009 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,017,000 after purchasing an additional 429 shares during the period. 87.92% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Coterra Energy Stock Performance Shares of NYSE:CTRA opened at $33.50 on Monday. The firm has a market cap of $25.44 billion, a PE ratio of 14.69, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.49 and a beta of 0.29. The firm’s 50 day simple moving average is $32.61 and its 200-day simple moving average is $28.42. Coterra Energy Inc. has a one year low of $22.33 and a one year high of $36.88. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.24, a quick ratio of 1.16 and a current ratio of 1.19.

Coterra Energy Announces Dividend The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, March 25th. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, March 11th were given a dividend of $0.22 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, March 11th. This represents a $0.88 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.6%. Coterra Energy’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 38.60%.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth CTRA has been the topic of a number of recent analyst reports. Scotiabank increased their price objective on shares of Coterra Energy from $31.00 to $32.00 and gave the stock a “sector perform” rating in a research report on Wednesday, April 22nd. Barclays raised their target price on shares of Coterra Energy from $34.00 to $37.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Monday, March 16th. Susquehanna raised their target price on shares of Coterra Energy from $34.00 to $40.00 and gave the stock a “positive” rating in a research report on Tuesday, April 21st. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reduced their target price on shares of Coterra Energy from $34.00 to $31.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Monday, January 12th. Finally, Texas Capital lowered shares of Coterra Energy from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, March 9th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, sixteen have given a Buy rating and nine have issued a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $37.13.

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Coterra Energy Profile (Free Report)

Coterra Energy (NYSE: CTRA) is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company focused on the development, production and optimization of onshore hydrocarbon resources in the United States. The company’s operations center on the exploration, drilling, completion and production of crude oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGLs), with an emphasis on maximizing operational efficiency and capital discipline across its asset base.

Its business activities include identifying and developing resource-rich acreage, operating producing wells, managing reservoir performance and marketing produced hydrocarbons to a range of midstream and energy customers.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Veeva Systems Inc. (NYSE: VEEV) will replace Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE: CTRA) in the S&P 500 effective prior to the opening of trading on Thursday, May 7. S&P 500 constituent Devon Energy Corp. (NYSE: DVN) is acquiring Coterra Energy in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.

Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:

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Investors looking for stocks in the Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - United States sector might want to consider either CNX Resources Corporation. (CNX) or Coterra Energy (CTRA).

, /PRNewswire/ -- CNX Resources Corp. (NYSE: CNX) will announce its financial results for Q1 2026 at 6:45 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, April 30. At that time, CNX will issue a brief press release containing links to its prepared remarks for the quarter, presentation materials, and supplemental information providing a Q1 2026 update. These materials will be available on CNX's Investor Relations website.

This release will be followed by a Q&A conference call and webcast.

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10:00 a.m. ET: Thursday, April 30 Dial-In: 855-656-0928 (domestic) 412-902-4112 (international) Reference "CNX Resources Call" Webcast: investors.cnx.com A replay of the Q&A conference call and webcast will be maintained on the Investor Relations page on CNX's website. 

About CNX Resources

CNX Resources Corporation (NYSE: CNX) is unique. We are a premier, ultra-low carbon intensive natural gas development, production, midstream, and technology company centered in Appalachia, one of the most energy abundant regions in the world. With the benefit of a 162-year regional legacy, substantial asset base, leading core operational competencies, technology development and innovation, and astute capital allocation methodologies, we responsibly develop our resources and deploy free cash flow to create long-term per share value for our shareholders, employees, and the communities where we operate. As of December 31, 2025, CNX had 9.7 trillion cubic feet equivalent of proved natural gas reserves. The company is a member of the Standard & Poor's Midcap 400 Index. Additional information is available at www.cnx.com.

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PITTSBURGH, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CNX Resources Corporation (NYSE: CNX) today highlighted its 2025 sustainability accomplishments, marking the first full year since the company shifted from a static annual Corporate Sustainability Report to quarterly ESG Performance Scorecard updates and continuously updated website disclosures. The 2025 results reflect CNX's commitment to treating ESG metrics with the rigor and frequency of financial data while advancing CNX's Appalachia First strategy through Tangible, Impactful, and Local action.

CNX Resources is positioned for a strong Q1 earnings beat, supported by commodity price tailwinds and robust hedging. CNX forecasts $550 million in 2026 free cash flow, yielding nearly 10% at current prices—its best post-COVID performance. Valuation remains attractive at 6x EV/EBITDA; I target $51 per share and anticipate a re-rating to 8x EV/EBITDA if Q1 is strong.

Diamondback Energy (FANG - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year decline in earnings on lower revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended March 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on May 4. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis energy exploration and production company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $3.27 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -28%.

Revenues are expected to be $3.74 billion, down 7.7% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 37.61% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Diamondback?For Diamondback, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +0.64%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #2.

So, this combination indicates that Diamondback will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Diamondback would post earnings of $1.88 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.74, delivering a surprise of -7.45%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Diamondback appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Expected Results of an Industry PlayerAnother stock from the Zacks Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - United States industry, CNX Resources Corporation. (CNX - Free Report) , is soon expected to post earnings of $0.89 per share for the quarter ended March 2026. This estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +14.1%. Revenues for the quarter are expected to be $550.46 million, up 24.8% from the year-ago quarter.

The consensus EPS estimate for CNX Resources has been revised 3.6% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. However, a lower Most Accurate Estimate has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -3.93%.

This Earnings ESP, combined with its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), makes it difficult to conclusively predict that CNX Resources will beat the consensus EPS estimate. The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.

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PITTSBURGH, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CNX Resources Corporation (NYSE: CNX) ("CNX" or "the company") today released financial and operational results for the first quarter of 2026 by posting those results on its website as detailed below. The company's first quarter prepared remarks can be accessed by clicking here.

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Harvest Investment Services bought 110,675 shares of Laureate Education in the fourth quarter; the estimated trade size was $3.42 million based on quarterly average pricing. Meanwhile, the quarter-end position value rose by $3.85 million, reflecting both the share addition and share price movement.

Investors seek growth stocks to capitalize on above-average growth in financials that help these securities grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a great growth stock is not easy at all.

In addition to volatility, these stocks carry above-average risk by their very nature. Also, one could end up losing from a stock whose growth story is actually over or nearing its end.

However, the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which looks beyond the traditional growth attributes to analyze a company's real growth prospects, makes it pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks.

Laureate Education (LAUR - Free Report) is on the list of such stocks currently recommended by our proprietary system. In addition to a favorable Growth Score, it carries a top Zacks Rank.

Research shows that stocks carrying the best growth features consistently beat the market. And returns are even better for stocks that possess the combination of a Growth Score of A or B and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy).

Here are three of the most important factors that make the stock of this for-profit higher education purveyor a great growth pick right now.

Earnings GrowthArguably nothing is more important than earnings growth, as surging profit levels is what most investors are after. For growth investors, double-digit earnings growth is highly preferable, as it is often perceived as an indication of strong prospects (and stock price gains) for the company under consideration.

While the historical EPS growth rate for Laureate Education is 90.4%, investors should actually focus on the projected growth. The company's EPS is expected to grow 25.6% this year, crushing the industry average, which calls for EPS growth of 12.8%.

Impressive Asset Utilization RatioGrowth investors often overlook asset utilization ratio, also known as sales-to-total-assets (S/TA) ratio, but it is an important feature of a real growth stock. This metric exhibits how efficiently a firm is utilizing its assets to generate sales.

Right now, Laureate Education has an S/TA ratio of 0.83, which means that the company gets $0.83 in sales for each dollar in assets. Comparing this to the industry average of 0.68, it can be said that the company is more efficient.

In addition to efficiency in generating sales, sales growth plays an important role. And Laureate Education is well positioned from a sales growth perspective too. The company's sales are expected to grow 13.2% this year versus the industry average of 4.6%.

Promising Earnings Estimate RevisionsBeyond the metrics outlined above, investors should consider the trend in earnings estimate revisions. A positive trend is a plus here. Empirical research shows that there is a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

There have been upward revisions in current-year earnings estimates for Laureate Education. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has surged 8.1% over the past month.

Bottom LineWhile the overall earnings estimate revisions have made Laureate Education a Zacks Rank #2 stock, it has earned itself a Growth Score of B based on a number of factors, including the ones discussed above.

You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

This combination positions Laureate Education well for outperformance, so growth investors may want to bet on it.

Richard M. Buskirk, SVP & Chief Financial Officer of Laureate Education (LAUR 3.14%), reported the direct sale of shares, as disclosed in the SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold (direct)61,803Transaction value~$2.08 millionPost-transaction shares (direct)246,577Post-transaction value (direct ownership)~$8.21 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($33.69); post-transaction value based on March 11, 2026 market close ($33.31).

Key questionsHow does this sale compare to Buskirk's historical trading pattern?
Buskirk has made only two direct sales in the past year, with this transaction representing the largest single-day disposition, accounting for 20.04% of his direct holdings and exceeding the previous median sell size of 34,517.5 shares in the recent period.Was this transaction part of a derivative-related event?
Yes, the sale was executed immediately after exercising options for 2,803 shares, with the majority of the transaction involving direct share sales; the derivative context was limited in scope and did not materially alter his overall equity exposure.What is the current insider ownership stake following this transaction?
Buskirk's direct holdings stand at 246,577 shares, representing approximately 0.17% of the company's shares outstanding as of the latest available data.Did this activity affect indirect or trust-related holdings?
No, all traded shares were held directly, with no involvement of indirect holdings, trusts, or other entities, and his indirect share balance remains at zero.Company overviewMetricValueEmployees31,800Revenue (TTM)$1.70 billionNet income (TTM)$281.67 million1-year price change74.50%* 1-year price change calculated using March 11, 2026 as the reference date.

Company snapshotOffers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, health sciences, engineering, and information technology through campus-based, online, and hybrid formats across Mexico, Peru, and the United States.Generates revenue primarily from tuition and educational services provided by its network of universities and higher education institutions.Targets students seeking higher education, with a focus on emerging markets in Latin America and select U.S. locations.Laureate Education operates a large-scale network of universities serving over 31,000 employees and a wide student base, with a strategic presence in Latin America and the U.S. The company leverages a diversified program portfolio and multi-channel delivery to address the growing demand for accessible, quality higher education. Its competitive edge stems from its established brand, regional expertise, and scalable education services model.

What this transaction means for investorsGiven the performance of Laureate Education stock over the last few years, Buskirk’s stock sale should not come as a surprise.

He has been with the company since 2021, and over the last five years, the stock has been up by more than 130%.

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Moreover, investors should keep in mind that Buskirk retained almost 80% of his direct holdings in the consumer discretionary stock. Thus, he probably sold for reasons not related to the company’s performance.

Indeed, it remains on a positive growth path, with its $1.7 billion in revenue in 2025 rising by 9% yearly. Also, while its $282 million in net income dropped by 5%, the decline occurred as a result of foreign currency losses and not its operations.

Additionally, its valuation has steadily dropped during Buskirk’s tenure, and Laureate trades at just 17 times earnings. Under such conditions, one might expect him and other shareholders to keep most of their shares.

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Laureate Education is a leading for-profit education provider in Mexico and Peru, showing robust organic growth and operational expansion. Revenue grew from $1.48 billion in 2023 to $1.70 billion in 2025, with net income nearly tripling and strong cash flow improvements. Management guides for 2026 revenue of $1.89–$1.91 billion and EBITDA of $583–$593 million, with enrollment expected to grow 4.2% year over year.

Investors seek growth stocks to capitalize on above-average growth in financials that help these securities grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a growth stock that can live up to its true potential can be a tough task.

That's because, these stocks usually carry above-average risk and volatility. In fact, betting on a stock for which the growth story is actually over or nearing its end could lead to significant loss.

However, the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which looks beyond the traditional growth attributes to analyze a company's real growth prospects, makes it pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks.

Our proprietary system currently recommends Laureate Education (LAUR - Free Report) as one such stock. This company not only has a favorable Growth Score, but also carries a top Zacks Rank.

Research shows that stocks carrying the best growth features consistently beat the market. And returns are even better for stocks that possess the combination of a Growth Score of A or B and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy).

Here are three of the most important factors that make the stock of this for-profit higher education purveyor a great growth pick right now.

Earnings GrowthArguably nothing is more important than earnings growth, as surging profit levels is what most investors are after. For growth investors, double-digit earnings growth is highly preferable, as it is often perceived as an indication of strong prospects (and stock price gains) for the company under consideration.

While the historical EPS growth rate for Laureate Education is 90.4%, investors should actually focus on the projected growth. The company's EPS is expected to grow 25.6% this year, crushing the industry average, which calls for EPS growth of 12.8%.

Impressive Asset Utilization RatioGrowth investors often overlook asset utilization ratio, also known as sales-to-total-assets (S/TA) ratio, but it is an important feature of a real growth stock. This metric shows how efficiently a firm is utilizing its assets to generate sales.

Right now, Laureate Education has an S/TA ratio of 0.83, which means that the company gets $0.83 in sales for each dollar in assets. Comparing this to the industry average of 0.68, it can be said that the company is more efficient.

While the level of efficiency in generating sales matters a lot, so does the sales growth of a company. And Laureate Education looks attractive from a sales growth perspective as well. The company's sales are expected to grow 13.2% this year versus the industry average of 4.1%.

Promising Earnings Estimate RevisionsBeyond the metrics outlined above, investors should consider the trend in earnings estimate revisions. A positive trend is a plus here. Empirical research shows that there is a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

The current-year earnings estimates for Laureate Education have been revising upward. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has surged 11.1% over the past month.

Bottom LineLaureate Education has not only earned a Growth Score of B based on a number of factors, including the ones discussed above, but it also carries a Zacks Rank #2 because of the positive earnings estimate revisions.

You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

This combination indicates that Laureate Education is a potential outperformer and a solid choice for growth investors.

State of Alaska Department of Revenue lifted its position in shares of Laureate Education (NASDAQ: LAUR) by 278.1% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 27,907 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 20,527

MIAMI, April 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAUR), which operates five higher education institutions across Mexico and Peru, today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2026.

First Quarter 2026 Highlights (compared to first quarter 2025):

New enrollments increased 9%.Total enrollments increased 6%.On a reported basis, revenue increased 15% to $272.6 million. On a constant currency basis1, revenue increased 1% and was unfavorably affected by approximately $9 million of intra-year academic calendar timing attributable to later semester start dates in the first quarter of 2026 as compared to the first quarter of 2025.Operating loss for the first quarter of 2026 was $(27.5) million, compared to an operating loss of $(13.2) million for the first quarter of 2025. Operating results in the first quarter of 2026 were unfavorably affected by intra-year academic calendar timing as well as higher depreciation and amortization expenses related to growth initiatives including campus expansions and new campus investments as compared to the first quarter of 2025.Net loss for the first quarter of 2026 was $(21.6) million, compared to a net loss of $(19.6) million for the first quarter of 2025.Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter (seasonally low quarter) of 2026 was $(2.3) million, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $5.4 million for the first quarter of 2025. Adjusted EBITDA in the first quarter of 2026 was unfavorably affected by approximately $9 million of intra-year academic calendar timing attributable to later semester start dates in 2026 as compared to 2025.Laureate expects that the intra-year academic calendar timing impacts on revenue and Adjusted EBITDA will be offset in the third quarter.
Eilif Serck-Hanssen, President and Chief Executive Officer, said “We are pleased to report favorable new enrollment results from the recently completed primary intake cycle in Peru and the secondary intake cycle in Mexico. Our operating trends remain on track with our expectations for the year. Additionally, we continue to return excess capital to shareholders, having completed approximately $105 million in share repurchases during the first quarter. As a result, we are increasing our full-year Adjusted Earnings Per Share guidance.”

Mr. Serck-Hanssen added, “I am also proud to share that we recently published our annual Impact Report, highlighting the meaningful and measurable difference we make in the lives of our students and their families, by expanding access to quality higher education and serving as a vital part of our communities. Our impact is driven by a team of more than 30,000 dedicated faculty and staff who embody our values every day. I thank them for their unwavering commitment to our mission.”

1 Constant currency results exclude the period-over-period impact from currency fluctuations.

First Quarter 2026 Results

New enrollments for the first quarter of 2026 increased 9%, compared to new enrollment activity for the first quarter of 2025, and total enrollments were up 6% compared to the prior-year quarter.

Through the end of the enrollment intake cycle completed in April 2026, new and total enrollments also increased 9% and 6%, respectively, as compared to the comparable prior-year intake period. New enrollments in Peru increased 13% during the primary intake as compared to the comparable period in the prior-year, and total enrollments grew 8%. In Mexico, both new and total enrollments were up 4% during the secondary intake completed in April 2026, as compared to the comparable prior-year intake period.

For the first quarter of 2026, revenue on a reported basis was $272.6 million, an increase of $36.4 million, or 15%, compared to the first quarter of 2025. On a constant currency basis, revenue increased 1%. Revenue for the first quarter of 2026 was unfavorably affected by approximately $9 million of intra-year academic calendar timing attributable to later semester start dates in 2026 as compared to 2025. Operating loss for the first quarter of 2026 was $(27.5) million, compared to an operating loss of $(13.2) million for the first quarter of 2025, a change of $14.3 million, mainly driven by the unfavorable effect of intra-year academic calendar timing of semester start dates in addition to higher depreciation and amortization expenses related to growth initiatives including campus expansions and new campus investments as compared to the first quarter of 2025. Net loss for the first quarter of 2026 was $(21.6) million, compared to $(19.6) million for the first quarter of 2025. Basic and diluted loss per share for the first quarter of 2026 was $(0.15), compared to $(0.13) for the first quarter of 2025.

Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter of 2026 was $(2.3) million, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $5.4 million for the first quarter of 2025. Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter of 2026 was unfavorably affected by approximately $9 million of intra-year academic calendar timing attributable to later semester start dates in the 2026 period as compared to the 2025 period.

Balance Sheet and Capital Structure

As of March 31, 2026, Laureate had $157.4 million of cash and cash equivalents and gross debt of $217.1 million. Accordingly, net debt was $59.7 million as of March 31, 2026.

Laureate repurchased approximately $105 million of its common stock during the first quarter of 2026 under the existing stock repurchase program. As of March 31, 2026, Laureate had approximately $76 million of stock repurchase authorization remaining under its existing stock repurchase program.

As of March 31, 2026, Laureate had 140.0 million total shares outstanding.

Outlook for Fiscal 2026

Laureate is updating its 2026 outlook for Adjusted Earnings Per Share (Adjusted EPS) to reflect the impact from share repurchases completed during the first quarter.

Based on assumed foreign exchange rates2, Laureate expects its full-year 2026 results to be as follows:

Total enrollments are still expected to be in the range of 516,000 to 521,000 students, reflecting growth of 4%-5% versus 2025;Revenues are still expected to be in the range of $1,890 million to $1,905 million, reflecting growth of 11%-12% on an as-reported basis and growth of 6%-7% on a constant currency basis versus 2025;Adjusted EBITDA is still expected to be in the range of $583 million to $593 million, reflecting growth of 12%-14% on an as-reported basis and 7%-9% on a constant currency basis versus 2025; andAdjusted EPS is now expected to be in the range of $2.00 - $2.08 per share3, reflecting growth of 16%-21% on an as-reported basis. Reconciliations of forward-looking non-GAAP measures, specifically the outlook for 2026 Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS, to the relevant forward-looking GAAP measures are not being provided, as Laureate does not currently have sufficient data to accurately estimate the variables and individual adjustments for such outlooks and reconciliations. Due to this uncertainty, Laureate cannot reconcile projected Adjusted EBITDA and projected Adjusted EPS to projected net income and projected earnings per share, respectively, without unreasonable effort. Please see the “Forward-Looking Statements” section in this release for a discussion of certain risks related to this outlook.

Conference Call

Laureate will host an earnings conference call today at 8:30 am ET. Interested parties are invited to listen to the earnings call by registering at https://bit.ly/LAURQ12026 to receive dial-in information. The webcast of the conference call, including replays, and a copy of this press release and the related slides will be made available through the Investor Relations section of Laureate’s website at www.laureate.net.

2 Based on actual FX rates for January-April 2026, and assumed FX rates (local currency per U.S. Dollar) of MXN 17.95 and PEN 3.45 for May 2026 - December 2026. FX impact may change based on fluctuations in currency rates in future periods.

3 Assumes diluted weighted average shares outstanding of approximately 141 million.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes statements that express Laureate’s opinions, expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions or projections regarding future events or future results and therefore are, or may be deemed to be, ‘‘forward-looking statements’’ within the meaning of the federal securities laws, which involve risks and uncertainties. Laureate’s actual results may vary significantly from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements. You can identify forward-looking statements because they contain words such as ‘‘believes,’’ ‘‘expects,’’ ‘‘may,’’ ‘‘will,’’ ‘‘should,’’ ‘‘seeks,’’ ‘‘approximately,’’ ‘‘intends,’’ ‘‘plans,’’ ‘‘estimates’’ or ‘‘anticipates’’ or similar expressions that concern our strategy, plans or intentions. In particular, statements regarding the amount, timing, process, tax treatment and impact of any future dividends represent forward-looking statements. All statements we make relating to guidance (including, but not limited to, total enrollments, revenues, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS), and all statements we make relating to our current growth strategy and other future plans, strategies or transactions that may be identified, explored or implemented and any litigation or dispute resulting from any completed transaction are forward-looking statements. In addition, we, through our senior management, from time to time make forward-looking public statements concerning our expected future operations and performance and other developments. All of these forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may change at any time, including with respect to our current growth strategy and the impact of any completed divestiture or separation transaction on our remaining businesses. Accordingly, our actual results may differ materially from those we expected. We derive most of our forward-looking statements from our operating budgets and forecasts, which are based upon many detailed assumptions. While we believe that our assumptions are reasonable, we caution that it is very difficult to predict the impact of known factors, and, of course, it is impossible for us to anticipate all factors that could affect our actual results. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from our expectations are disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on February 19, 2026, our subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed, and to be filed, with the SEC and other filings made with the SEC. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the time of this release and we do not undertake to publicly update or revise them, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Presentation of Non-GAAP Measures

In addition to the results provided in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) throughout this press release, Laureate provides the non-GAAP measurements of Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted net income, Adjusted EPS, and total debt, net of cash and cash equivalents (or net debt). We have included the non-GAAP measures of Adjusted EBITDA and net debt because they are key measures used by our management and board of directors to understand and evaluate our core operating performance and trends, to prepare and approve our annual budget and to develop short- and long-term operational plans. We have included the non-GAAP measures of Adjusted net income and Adjusted EPS because management believes that these measures provide investors with better visibility into Laureate's underlying earnings as they exclude items that may not be indicative of our core operating results.

Adjusted EBITDA consists of net income (loss), before (income) loss from discontinued operations, net of tax, equity in net (income) loss of affiliates, net of tax, income tax expense (benefit), (gain) loss on disposal of subsidiaries, net, foreign currency exchange (gain) loss, net, other (income) expense, net, interest expense, interest income, and loss on debt extinguishment, plus depreciation and amortization, share-based compensation expense, and loss on impairment of assets. The exclusion of certain expenses in calculating Adjusted EBITDA can provide a useful measure for period-to-period comparisons of our core business. Additionally, Adjusted EBITDA is a key input into the formula used by the compensation committee of our board of directors and our Chief Executive Officer in connection with the payment of incentive compensation to our executive officers and other members of our management team. Accordingly, we believe that Adjusted EBITDA provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating our operating results in the same manner as our management and board of directors.

We define Adjusted net income as net income (loss), before (income) loss from discontinued operations, plus discrete tax items, loss on debt extinguishment, loss (gain) on disposal of subsidiaries, net, foreign currency exchange (gain) loss, net, and loss on impairment of assets. We define Adjusted EPS as Adjusted net income divided by GAAP diluted weighted average shares outstanding. Adjusted net income and Adjusted EPS provide a useful indicator about Laureate’s earnings from core operations.

Total debt, net of cash and cash equivalents, (or net debt) consists of total gross debt less total cash and cash equivalents. Net debt provides a useful indicator about Laureate’s leverage and liquidity.

Free Cash Flow consists of operating cash flow minus capital expenditures (net of sales of PP&E). Free Cash Flow provides a useful indicator about Laureate’s ability to fund its operations and repay its debt.

Adjusted EBITDA to Unlevered Free Cash Flow Conversion consists of Unlevered Free Cash Flow (which is defined as cash flows from operating activities, less capital expenditures (net of sales of PP&E), plus net cash interest expense) divided by Adjusted EBITDA. Adjusted EBITDA to Unlevered Free Cash Flow provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating our ability to generate cash flows.

Laureate’s calculations of Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted net income, Adjusted EPS, and total debt, net of cash and cash equivalents (or net debt) are not necessarily comparable to calculations performed by other companies and reported as similarly titled measures. These non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to results prepared in accordance with GAAP but should not be considered a substitute for or superior to GAAP results. Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted net income and Adjusted EPS are reconciled from their most directly comparable GAAP measures in the attached tables under “Non-GAAP Reconciliations.”

We evaluate our results of operations on both an as reported and a constant currency basis. The constant currency presentation, which is a non-GAAP measure, excludes the impact of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. We believe that providing constant currency information provides valuable supplemental information regarding our results of operations, consistent with how we evaluate our performance. We calculate constant currency amounts using the change from prior-period average foreign exchange rates to current-period average foreign exchange rates, as applied to local-currency operating results for the current period.

About Laureate Education, Inc.

Laureate Education, Inc. operates five higher education institutions across Mexico and Peru, enrolling approximately 500,000 students in high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and specialized degree programs through campus-based and online learning. Our universities have a deep commitment to academic quality and innovation, strive for market-leading employability outcomes, and work to make higher education more accessible. At Laureate, we know that when our students succeed, countries prosper, and societies benefit. Learn more at laureate.net.

Key Metrics and Financial Tables
(Dollars in millions, except per share amounts, and may not sum due to rounding)

New and Total Enrollments by segment
 New Enrollments Total Enrollments     Change     Change YTD 1Q 2026 YTD 1Q 2025 Total Timing
Adj.(1) As of 03/31/2026 As of 03/31/2025 Total Timing
Adj.(1)Mexico45,300 44,200 2% 4% 259,900 250,200 4% 4%Peru57,400 49,800 15% 13% 247,800 226,800 9% 8%Laureate102,700 94,000 9% 9% 507,700 477,000 6% 6%
(1) Includes enrollments through completion of the intake cycles that ended in April 2026 and April 2025

Consolidated Statements of Operations
 For the three months ended March 31,IN MILLIONS (except per share amounts) 2026   2025  ChangeRevenues$272.6  $236.2  $36.4 Costs and expenses:     Direct costs 289.0   238.4   50.6 General and administrative expenses 11.1   11.0   0.1 Operating loss (27.5)  (13.2)  (14.3)Interest income 1.9   1.5   0.4 Interest expense (3.1)  (2.4)  (0.7)Other income, net 0.4   —   0.4 Foreign currency exchange gain (loss), net 1.0   (3.2)  4.2 Loss from continuing operations before income taxes (27.3)  (17.3)  (10.0)Income tax benefit (expense) 5.7   (2.5)  8.2 Loss from continuing operations (21.6)  (19.8)  (1.8)Income from discontinued operations, net of tax —   0.2   (0.2)Net loss (21.6)  (19.6)  (2.0)Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests —   0.1   (0.1)Net loss attributable to Laureate Education, Inc.$(21.6) $(19.5) $(2.1) Basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share:     Basic and diluted weighted average shares outstanding 142.3   147.6   (5.3)Basic and diluted loss per share$(0.15) $(0.13) $(0.02) Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA by segmentIN MILLIONS

     % Change $ Variance ComponentsFor the three months ended March 31, 2026   2025  Reported Constant
Currency(1) Total Constant
Currency FXRevenues             Mexico$210.6  $189.3  11% (4)% $21.3  $(8.3) $29.6 Peru 62.0   46.9  32% 21%  15.1   9.9   5.2 Corporate & Eliminations —   0.1  (100)% (100)%  (0.1)  (0.1)  — Total Revenues$272.6  $236.2  15% 1% $36.4  $1.6  $34.8               Adjusted EBITDA             Mexico$41.5  $53.0  (22)% (33)% $(11.5) $(17.4) $5.9 Peru (34.9)  (38.8) 10% 18%  3.9   7.1   (3.2)Corporate & Eliminations (8.9)  (8.8) (1)% (1)%  (0.1)  (0.1)  — Total Adjusted EBITDA$(2.3) $5.4  (143)% (193)% $(7.7) $(10.4) $2.7 
(1) Constant Currency results exclude the period-over-period impact from currency fluctuations. Constant Currency is calculated using the change from prior-period average foreign exchange rates to current-period average foreign exchange rates, as applied to local-currency operating results for the current period. The “Constant Currency” percentage changes are calculated by dividing the Constant Currency amounts by the 2025 Revenues and Adjusted EBITDA amounts.

Consolidated Balance Sheets
IN MILLIONSMarch 31, 2026 December 31, 2025 ChangeAssets     Cash and cash equivalents$157.4 $146.7 $10.7 Receivables (current), net 55.5  134.7  (79.2)Other current assets 57.8  36.9  20.9 Property and equipment, net 633.5  628.6  4.9 Operating lease right-of-use assets, net 453.8  335.6  118.2 Goodwill and other intangible assets 800.3  803.5  (3.2)Deferred income taxes 74.6  72.2  2.4 Other long-term assets 46.7  46.4  0.3 Current and long-term assets held for sale 1.7  1.7  — Total assets$2,281.1 $2,206.4 $74.7       Liabilities and stockholders' equity     Accounts payable and accrued expenses$211.2 $242.4 $(31.2)Deferred revenue and student deposits 130.4  80.2  50.2 Total operating leases, including current portion 506.9  387.8  119.1 Total long-term debt, including current portion 215.8  127.7  88.1 Other liabilities 167.5  179.6  (12.1)Total liabilities 1,231.7  1,017.6  214.1 Redeemable equity 1.4  1.4  — Total stockholders' equity 1,048.1  1,187.4  (139.3)Total liabilities and stockholders' equity$2,281.1 $2,206.4 $74.7  Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
 For the three months ended March 31,IN MILLIONS 2026   2025  ChangeCash flows from operating activities     Net loss$(21.6) $(19.6) $(2.0)Depreciation and amortization 22.6   16.1   6.5 Gain on lease terminations and disposals of subsidiaries and property and equipment, net (0.1)  (0.3)  0.2 Deferred income taxes (2.6)  4.9   (7.5)Unrealized foreign currency exchange (gain) loss (1.5)  2.9   (4.4)Income tax receivable/payable, net (31.9)  (20.9)  (11.0)Working capital, excluding tax accounts 74.6   56.0   18.6 Other non-cash adjustments 22.5   18.7   3.8 Net cash provided by operating activities 61.9   57.8   4.1 Cash flows from investing activities     Purchase of property and equipment (8.3)  (4.6)  (3.7)Receipts from sales of property and equipment —   0.1   (0.1)Net cash used in investing activities (8.3)  (4.6)  (3.7)Cash flows from financing activities     Increase in long-term debt, net 71.5   7.5   64.0 Payments to repurchase common stock and excise tax payments (108.2)  (39.5)  (68.7)Financing other, net (4.6)  (2.7)  (1.9)Net cash used in financing activities (41.3)  (34.6)  (6.7)Effects of exchange rate changes on Cash and cash equivalents and Restricted cash (1.4)  0.9   (2.3)Change in cash included in current assets held for sale —   (0.4)  0.4 Net change in Cash and cash equivalents and Restricted cash 10.9   19.1   (8.2)Cash and cash equivalents and Restricted cash at beginning of period 152.1   97.9   54.2 Cash and cash equivalents and Restricted cash at end of period$163.0  $116.9  $46.1 
Non-GAAP Reconciliation (1 of 2)

The following table reconciles Net loss to Adjusted EBITDA:
 For the three months ended March 31,IN MILLIONS 2026   2025  ChangeNet loss$(21.6) $(19.6) $(2.0)Plus:     Income from discontinued operations, net of tax —   (0.2)  0.2 Loss from continuing operations (21.6)  (19.8)  (1.8)Plus:     Income tax (benefit) expense (5.7)  2.5   (8.2)Loss from continuing operations before income taxes (27.3)  (17.3)  (10.0)Plus:     Foreign currency exchange (gain) loss, net (1.0)  3.2   (4.2)Other income, net (0.4)  —   (0.4)Interest expense 3.1   2.4   0.7 Interest income (1.9)  (1.5)  (0.4)Operating loss (27.5)  (13.2)  (14.3)Plus:     Depreciation and amortization 22.6   16.1   6.5 EBITDA (4.9)  2.9   (7.8)Plus:     Share-based compensation expense(1) 2.6   2.5   0.1 Adjusted EBITDA$(2.3) $5.4  $(7.7)
(1) Represents non-cash, share-based compensation expense pursuant to the provisions of ASC Topic 718, "Stock Compensation."

Non-GAAP Reconciliations (2 of 2)

The following table reconciles Net loss to Adjusted net loss and Adjusted EPS:
 For the three months ended March 31,  2026   2025 IN MILLIONS, except per share amounts  (per share)(1)   (per share)(1)Net loss$(21.6) $(0.15) $(19.6) $(0.13)Plus:       Income from discontinued operations, net of tax —   —   (0.2)  — Loss from continuing operations (21.6)  (0.15)  (19.8)  (0.13)Plus:       Discrete tax items(2) (1.3)  (0.01)  1.9   0.01 Loss on debt extinguishment —   —   —   — Loss on disposal of subsidiaries, net —   —   —   — Foreign currency exchange (gain) loss, net (1.0)  (0.01)  3.2   0.02 Loss on impairment of assets —   —   —   — Adjusted net loss$(23.9) $(0.17) $(14.7) $(0.10)        Diluted weighted average shares outstanding   142.3     147.6 
(1) Per share amounts on a dilutive basis. Earnings per share is calculated based on income available to common shareholders, which excludes income attributable to noncontrolling interests.

(2) Beginning in the fourth quarter of 2025, Laureate determined that the interest related to certain legacy tax liabilities, which is recorded as a component of income tax (benefit) expense and totaled $(1.3) million and $1.9 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively, should be excluded from Adjusted net loss and treated as a discrete tax item as this provides a more useful indicator of Laureate's earnings from core operations. The reduction of interest during the three months ended March 31, 2026 related to a court ruling that reduced a statutory interest rate. For comparability and to conform the prior year to the current presentation, Laureate has revised the 2025 amount for discrete tax items by $1.9 million to adjust for the interest related to these legacy tax liabilities that was recorded during the three months ended March 31, 2025.

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Laureate Education, Inc. (LAUR) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

On June 09, 2026, Laureate Education Inc LAUR shares rose 3.1% today, trading at $35.22. The stock has shown a notable performance over the past year, with a 60.7% increase. It has fluctuated between a 52-week high of $37.91 and a low of $21.53.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $35.22 is 57.7% above the GF Value™ of $22.34, indicating the stock is overvalued.GF Score™ of 71/100 suggests the company is performing above average compared to its peers.Insiders sold $2.3 million in shares over the last three months, with no purchases indicating cautious sentiment. Is LAUR Overvalued or Undervalued? According to GF Value™, Laureate Education Inc is currently trading at a significant premium to its estimated fair value of $22.34. The current price of $35.22 represents a 57.7% overvaluation, suggesting that the stock carries a high risk for potential investors. A significant margin of safety is absent in this scenario, which often serves as a protective buffer for investors against unforeseen market fluctuations. The GF Valuation label classifies LAUR as "Significantly Overvalued," and this indicates that the stock price may be unsustainable in the long run.

While the potential for a stock to return to its fair value exists, the substantial overvaluation poses risks, particularly if market conditions shift or if the company's performance does not meet investor expectations. GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates.

How Does LAUR's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 18.5x 17.3x Forward P/E 16.8x N/A Laureate Education's current P/E ratio of 18.5x is 7% higher than its 5-year median P/E of 17.3x, indicating that the stock is trading at a premium relative to its historical valuation. This analysis aligns with the GF Value™ verdict, reinforcing the idea that LAUR is overvalued at its current price level.

What Does LAUR's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 71 Financial Strength 6/10 Profitability 8/10 Growth 8/10 Valuation 3/10 Momentum 1/10 The GF Score™ of 71/100 indicates that Laureate Education is performing above average relative to its peers, particularly in areas like Profitability (8/10) and Growth (8/10). However, the Valuation score of 3/10 highlights a significant weakness in this area, which is consistent with the overvaluation indicated by the GF Value™. The low Momentum rank of 1/10 suggests that the stock may not be experiencing strong positive price movements, which could further contribute to volatility.

What Are Insiders Doing with LAUR Stock? In recent months, insider activity at Laureate Education has shown that insiders sold $2.3 million worth of shares without any buying activity. This pattern may suggest a lack of confidence among executives in the company's near-term prospects or an attempt to capitalize on the current high stock price. Such actions can often be a red flag for investors, indicating that those closest to the company might not expect significant appreciation in the stock's value in the near future.

What This Means for Investors Based on the analysis, Laureate Education Inc LAUR is currently overvalued according to the GF Value™ assessment. The significant premium over the estimated fair value poses risks for potential investors, and caution may be warranted given the recent insider selling activity.

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Frequently Asked Questions What is LAUR's GF Score™?

LAUR has a GF Score™ of 71/100, indicating it is performing above average compared to its peers.

Is LAUR overvalued or undervalued?

LAUR is considered overvalued, with a current price that is 57.7% higher than its estimated fair value of $22.34.

What is LAUR's P/E ratio?

LAUR's P/E (TTM) ratio is 18.5x, which is higher than its historical 5-year median of 17.3x, indicating a premium valuation.

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