
Strayer Education (STRA) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Strayer Education (STRA) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Strategic Education Inc. demonstrated a solid financial performance in its latest report, with fourth-quarter revenue rising 2.7% year-over-year to $310.8 million, driven by growth in enrollment and revenue per student in the Australia/New Zealand segment. Notably, free cash flow surged 60.5% to $128.7 million in 2024, indicating strong cash generation capabilities, while the company anticipates substantial revenue growth, projecting $1.5 billion by 2028 and adjusted operating margins increasing to 22%. Additionally, operating income rose 34.1% to $11.8 million, reflecting effective cost management and strategic investments in workforce development to support an expanding corporate partnership model.
Bears say
Strategic Education Inc. reported a significant decline in adjusted EBITDA, which decreased by 19.2% to $60.1 million, resulting in a lower margin compared to the previous year. Additionally, adjusted diluted EPS fell by 24.4% to $1.27, reflecting broader revenue challenges and a decrease in segment operating income by 28.2% within the U.S. Higher Education segment, attributed to increased marketing expenditures and a shift toward employer-affiliated enrollments. The overall financial performance raises concerns, particularly with GAAP EPS decreasing 35.6% and revenue within the U.S. Higher Education segment dropping 1.5%, suggesting potential headwinds for future growth.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Strayer Education and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Strayer Education (STRA) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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