Laureate Education (LAUR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LAUR - Laureate Education, Inc. Common Stock
$36.13
0.36 (0.99%)
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5d:
+0.5%
30d:
-2.32%
90d:
-4.8%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: LAUR shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: LAUR shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$55.44
Based on 9.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$34.42
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 14.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LAUR is currently trading at $36.13, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $36.69 to $38.32. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.9) is in line with its historical norms (14.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAUR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $35.26. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: LAUR scores 27/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $41.21 (+14.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAUR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $35.26. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: LAUR scores 27/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $41.21 (+14.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$36.69 -
$38.32
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
55.7%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (27/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($41.21)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$36.69 -
$38.32
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$35.26
Resistance Level
$39.28
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.87
Wall Street Target
$41.21
(+14.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
50.8%
Profit Margin
17.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.5% premium
PE vs Historical
14.9 vs 14.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$36.31
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$36.49
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$36.67
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→15)
PE COMPRESSION
$36.26
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 14.5%)
$73.65
(+104%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.9, Growth: 14.5%)
$54.29
(+50%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.6, Growth: 14.5%)
$46.14
(+28%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.26 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.20
Bull Case
$43.47
(+20%)
Analyst growth 10.5%, PE expands to 17.9
Base Case
$39.52
(+9%)
Market implied 10.5%, PE stable at 16.3
Bear Case
$24.33
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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