Perdoceo Education (PRDO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PRDO - Perdoceo Education Corporation
$31.91
0.09 (0.28%)
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5d:
+4.66%
30d:
-3.57%
90d:
-8.83%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PRDO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: PRDO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.6% 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
$43.59
Based on 4.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$27.07
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 10.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PRDO is currently trading at $31.91, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.39 to $33.51. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.7) is in line with its historical norms (10.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 21.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRDO is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $29.41, while resistance sits at $33.26.
Market Sentiment: PRDO scores 69/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $44.00 (+37.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PRDO is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $29.41, while resistance sits at $33.26.
Market Sentiment: PRDO scores 69/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $44.00 (+37.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$31.39 -
$33.51
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (69/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 37.9% below Wall St target ($44.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$31.39 -
$33.51
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$29.41
Resistance Level
$33.26
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.67
Wall Street Target
$44.00
(+37.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
21.0%
Profit Margin
20.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.7 vs 10.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$31.08
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$30.27
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$29.49
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10â11)
$32.02
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 5.4%)
$78.90
(+147%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.7, Growth: 5.4%)
$37.40
(+17%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.2, Growth: 5.4%)
$31.79
(0%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 11.24 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.83
Bull Case
$40.81
(+28%)
Analyst growth 16.6%, PE expands to 12.4
Base Case
$37.10
(+16%)
Market implied 16.6%, PE stable at 11.2
Bear Case
$21.64
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.6
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 9.7 to 10.5
Stabilization Target:
$34.65
(+8.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.6%
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Last updated: October 03, 2026 11:15 AM ET
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