APEI - NASDAQ
American Public Education, Inc.
$52.28
+0.21%American Public Education, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides online and campus-based postsecondary education. The company operates through three segments: American Public University System, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. It offers 130 degree programs and 111 certificate programs in various fields of study, including business administration, health science, technology, criminal justice, education, and liberal arts, as well as national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security. The company also provides nursing-and health sciences-focused postsecondary education, diploma in practical nursing, an associate degree in nursing, and an associate degree in medical laboratory technology. American Public Education, Inc. was incorporated in 1991 and is headquartered in Charles Town, West Virginia.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotAmerican Public Education, Inc. Street Expectations Map
Wall Street analysts project that APEI stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 57.86, with estimates ranging from a low of 51.00 to a high of 64.00.
The consensus 1-year price target stands at 57.86, with estimates ranging from a low of 51.00 to a high of 64.00.
Analyst Consensus Analysis
Upside Potential
Moderate upside. Analysts expect positive returns but with limited margin of safety. Consider entry timing.
Analyst Agreement
Good consensus alignment. Moderate target spread reflects general agreement on value drivers with some variance in assumptions.
Risk-Reward Profile
Favorable risk-reward. Potential upside significantly exceeds downside risk, offering asymmetric return profile attractive for risk-tolerant investors.
Analyst Conviction
Positive outlook with reasonable agreement. Analysts generally optimistic about prospects with manageable uncertainty.
Market Sentiment Insight
Asymmetric upside: Strong return potential with favorable risk-reward profile. The limited downside relative to upside makes this an attractive risk-adjusted opportunity for growth-oriented portfolios.
American Public Education, Inc. Forward Estimates of Revenue
Forward Growth Analysis
Moderate growth expected, typical for mature businesses with stable market positions.
Moderate coverage—sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
American Public Education, Inc. Forward Estimates of Net Income
Forward Growth Analysis
Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.
Moderate coverage—sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.
Reasonable estimate spread indicates general agreement with normal forecast variance.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
American Public Education, Inc. Forward Estimates of EPS
Forward Growth Analysis
Strong growth expectations signal robust business momentum and market opportunity expansion.
Limited coverage may indicate reduced institutional interest or information availability.
Reasonable estimate spread indicates general agreement with normal forecast variance.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
Key Insight
Limited coverage with volatile estimates: Few analysts covering despite significant projected changes may indicate information gaps or emerging risks.
American Public Education, Inc. Forward Estimates of EBIT
Forward Growth Analysis
Significant contraction projected—major business challenges or industry disruption likely.
Moderate coverage—sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Mixed signals—some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.
American Public Education, Inc. Forward Estimates of EBITDA
Forward Growth Analysis
Significant contraction projected—major business challenges or industry disruption likely.
Moderate coverage—sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Mixed signals—some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.
American Public Education, Inc. Forward Estimates of SG&A Expense
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Moderate coverage—sufficient for guidance but may lack depth of large-cap analysis.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
American Public Education, Inc. Insider Positioning
During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $22.70M worth of APEI shares, with no buying activity reported.
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9-12 Months
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Top Buyers
No buying activity
Top Sellers
325 Capital Llc
Other: See Footnotes
$20.51M
Axenson Tanya Joy
Officer: Svp, Chief Hr Officer
$946K
Fernandes Nuno S.
Officer: President, Apus
$840K
Gaffney Karmela
Officer: Svp, Chief Marketing Officer
$151K
Kenigsberg James
Director
$144K
Insider Activity Analysis
Net Insider Sentiment
Strong bearish signal with $22.70M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.
Buy/Sell Ratio
Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.
Recent Trend (3 Months)
Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchases—may warrant investigation into company developments.
Insider Participation
5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.
Insider Activity Insight
Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.
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Snapshot
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Value Model
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Statements
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Earnings Call
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Dividends
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Analyst Expectations
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