Laureate Education (LAUR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LAUR - Laureate Education, Inc. Common Stock
$38.39
0.08 (0.21%)
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5d:
-1.66%
30d:
+4.55%
90d:
+3.76%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: LAUR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: LAUR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.2% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$55.82
Based on 9.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$34.66
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 14.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LAUR is currently trading at $38.39, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $36.24 to $38.92. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.8) is in line with its historical norms (14.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.2% 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 uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $37.95. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 48/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LAUR is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $37.95. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 48/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$36.24 -
$38.92
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
61.4%
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- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (48/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($41.50)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$36.24 -
$38.92
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$37.95
Resistance Level
$40.14
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.76
Wall Street Target
$41.50
(+8.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
50.8%
Profit Margin
17.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.2% premium
PE vs Historical
15.8 vs 14.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$39.15
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$40.01
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$40.89
(+7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16â15)
PE COMPRESSION
$38.39
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 14.5%)
$72.52
(+89%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.8, Growth: 14.5%)
$57.56
(+50%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.4, Growth: 14.5%)
$48.93
(+28%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.71 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.20
Bull Case
$47.34
(+24%)
Analyst growth 10.5%, PE expands to 19.5
Base Case
$43.04
(+12%)
Market implied 10.5%, PE stable at 17.7
Bear Case
$26.49
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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