Lincoln Educational Services (LINC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LINC - Lincoln Educational Services
$22.17
0.30 (1.37%)
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5d:
-7.16%
30d:
-8.77%
90d:
-57.63%
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Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 09, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: LINC shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: LINC 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
$50.92
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$31.62
29.9% 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 $22.17, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $24.09 to $26.34. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 21.2) compared to its historical average (34.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 15.3% 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. Immediate support is located at $21.08, while resistance sits at $25.64.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 42/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $50.20 (+126.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LINC is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $21.08, while resistance sits at $25.64.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 42/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $50.20 (+126.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$24.09 -
$26.34
Company Quality Score
45/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (42/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 126.4% below Wall St target ($50.20)
- WARNING: Composite score 45/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$24.09 -
$26.34
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$21.08
Resistance Level
$25.64
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.20
Wall Street Target
$50.20
(+126.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
22.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
20.0%
Profit Margin
4.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-15.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
21.2 vs 34.9
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-15.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$19.95
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$17.96
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$16.16
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→35)
$26.61
(+20%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.2, Growth: 35.1%)
$54.72
(+147%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.4, Growth: 35.1%)
$52.67
(+138%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.3, Growth: 35.1%)
$44.77
(+102%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (21x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 29.96 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.73
Bull Case
$34.47
(+56%)
Analyst growth 43.3%, PE expands to 33.0
Base Case
$31.34
(+41%)
Market implied 43.3%, PE stable at 30.0
Bear Case
$14.87
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.5
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 21.2 to 34.9
Stabilization Target:
$36.51
(+64.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+64.7%
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