Lincoln Educational Services (LINC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$24.12
+1.12 (+4.87%)
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5d:
+19.94%
30d:
+2.86%
90d:
-19.89%
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Earnings: Nov 09, 2026
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QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (55%)
Quality Score
42/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$20.23 â $23.13
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
22.0x
CHEAP
vs 33.1x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$47.40
+106.1% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$17.11 / $23.68
Trend: Strong Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: LINC is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -12.8% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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Signal fired Oct 29, 2026 at $22.13 · last confirmed Nov 9, 2026
Strength: 4.8/10
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$50.92
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$31.62
23.7% Margin of Safety
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LINC is currently trading at $24.12, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $20.23 to $23.13. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.0) compared to its historical average (33.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 12.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 20.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LINC is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $23.68. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: LINC scores 23/100 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 $47.40 (+106.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LINC is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $23.68. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: LINC scores 23/100 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 $47.40 (+106.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$20.23 -
$23.13
Company Quality Score
42/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$20.23 -
$23.13
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support Level
$17.11
Resistance Level
$23.68
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 10, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (23/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.9%)
- BULLISH: Trading 106.1% below Wall St target ($47.40)
- WARNING: Composite score 42/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.99
Wall Street Target
$47.40
(+106.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
22.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
20.0%
Profit Margin
4.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-12.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
22.0 vs 33.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-12.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$20.70
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$18.63
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$16.77
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22â33)
$25.24
(+10%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 35.1%)
$56.77
(+147%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 35.1%)
$51.27
(+123%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 35.1%)
$43.58
(+90%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.14 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.73
Bull Case
$34.68
(+51%)
Analyst growth 43.3%, PE expands to 33.2
Base Case
$31.52
(+37%)
Market implied 43.3%, PE stable at 30.1
Bear Case
$14.96
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 22.0 to 33.1
Stabilization Target:
$34.62
(+50.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+50.5%
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