PRDO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PRDO - Perdoceo Education Corporation
$36.55
0.84 (2.35%)
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5d:
+4.43%
30d:
+3.78%
90d:
+3.31%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
16d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: PRDO shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: PRDO shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$47.14
Based on 5.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$29.27
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 10.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PRDO is currently trading at $36.55, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $32.48 to $35.17. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.9) is in line with its historical norms (10.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRDO is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $35.11. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: PRDO has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $44.00 (+20.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRDO is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $35.11. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: PRDO has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $44.00 (+20.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$32.48 -
$35.17
Company Quality Score
64/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
62.9%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 20.4% below Wall St target ($44.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.9% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$32.48 -
$35.17
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.03
Resistance Level
$35.11
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.94
Wall Street Target
$44.00
(+20.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
30.8%
Profit Margin
19.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.9% premium
PE vs Historical
10.9 vs 10.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$36.88
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$37.21
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$37.55
(+3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→11)
PE COMPRESSION
$36.71
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 7.4%)
$90.11
(+147%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.9, Growth: 7.4%)
$45.27
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.3, Growth: 7.4%)
$38.48
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.63 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.62
Bull Case
$50.08
(+37%)
Analyst growth 27.5%, PE expands to 15.0
Base Case
$45.52
(+25%)
Market implied 27.5%, PE stable at 13.6
Bear Case
$24.28
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
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Sells
Net
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