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Consumer Defensive - Education & Training Services - NASDAQ - US
$ 29.79
1.78 %
$ 537 M
Market Cap
29.21
P/E
1. INTRINSIC VALUE

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Jun, 21, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one APEI stock under the worst case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 29.8 USD, American Public Education, Inc. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Jun, 21, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one APEI stock under the base case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 29.8 USD, American Public Education, Inc. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Jun, 21, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one APEI stock under the best case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 29.8 USD, American Public Education, Inc. is HIDDEN

2. FUNDAMENTAL ANALYSIS

Price Chart APEI

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FINANCIALS
625 M REVENUE
4.00%
33.1 M OPERATING INCOME
168.45%
16.1 M NET INCOME
134.08%
48.9 M OPERATING CASH FLOW
7.38%
-21.1 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
-53.08%
-13.2 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
21.75%
165 M REVENUE
0.27%
12.2 M OPERATING INCOME
-43.13%
8.89 M NET INCOME
-31.40%
37 M OPERATING CASH FLOW
2213.82%
-3.4 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
-1.43%
-5.04 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
-224.21%
Balance Sheet American Public Education, Inc.
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Current Assets 261 M
Cash & Short-Term Investments 159 M
Receivables 63.4 M
Other Current Assets 38.2 M
Non-Current Assets 310 M
Long-Term Investments 0
PP&E 168 M
Other Non-Current Assets 141 M
27.88 %11.12 %6.70 %29.50 %24.80 %Total Assets$570.1m
Current Liabilities 79.2 M
Accounts Payable 7.85 M
Short-Term Debt 13.6 M
Other Current Liabilities 57.8 M
Non-Current Liabilities 187 M
Long-Term Debt 187 M
Other Non-Current Liabilities 0
2.95 %5.09 %21.69 %70.27 %Total Liabilities$266.2m
EFFICIENCY
Earnings Waterfall American Public Education, Inc.
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Revenue 625 M
Cost Of Revenue 296 M
Gross Profit 329 M
Operating Expenses 296 M
Operating Income 33.1 M
Other Expenses 17 M
Net Income 16.1 M
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RATIOS
52.65% GROSS MARGIN
52.65%
5.29% OPERATING MARGIN
5.29%
2.58% NET MARGIN
2.58%
5.30% ROE
5.30%
2.83% ROA
2.83%
4.35% ROIC
4.35%
FREE CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
Free Cash Flow Analysis American Public Education, Inc.
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Net Income 16.1 M
Depreciation & Amortization 19.3 M
Capital Expenditures -21.1 M
Stock-Based Compensation 7.67 M
Change in Working Capital -6.15 M
Others 7.89 M
Free Cash Flow 27.8 M
3. WALL STREET ANALYSTS ESTIMATES
Wall Street Analysts Price Targets American Public Education, Inc.
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Wall Street analysts predict an average 1-year price target for APEI of $18 , with forecasts ranging from a low of $15 to a high of $21 .
APEI Lowest Price Target Wall Street Target
15 USD -49.65%
APEI Average Price Target Wall Street Target
18 USD -39.58%
APEI Highest Price Target Wall Street Target
21 USD -29.51%
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4. DIVIDEND ANALYSIS
5. COMPETITION
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6. Ownership
Insider Ownership American Public Education, Inc.
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Sold
0-3 MONTHS
26.9 M USD 6
3-6 MONTHS
169 K USD 3
6-9 MONTHS
11.4 K USD 1
9-12 MONTHS
0 USD 0
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0 USD 0
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0 USD 0
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13.8 M USD 1
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7. News
APUS Earns Great Place to Work® Certification Rising Levels of Employee Engagement and Satisfaction Tell a Compelling Story: The University's Workplace Culture Isn't Just Strong, it's Flourishing  CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® , a recognition earned through highly positive employee satisfaction. prnewswire.com - 3 weeks ago
APEI vs. LOPE: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option? Investors interested in stocks from the Schools sector have probably already heard of American Public Education (APEI) and Grand Canyon Education (LOPE). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now? zacks.com - 3 weeks ago
Why American Public Education (APEI) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores. zacks.com - 3 weeks ago
Should Value Investors Buy American Public Education (APEI) Stock? Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks. zacks.com - 3 weeks ago
Is American Public Education (APEI) Stock Outpacing Its Consumer Discretionary Peers This Year? Here is how American Public Education (APEI) and Netflix (NFLX) have performed compared to their sector so far this year. zacks.com - 3 weeks ago
American Public Education (APEI) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy? Does American Public Education (APEI) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out. zacks.com - 3 weeks ago
American Public Education (APEI) Is Attractively Priced Despite Fast-paced Momentum If you are looking for stocks that have gained strong momentum recently but are still trading at reasonable prices, American Public Education (APEI) could be a great choice. It is one of the several stocks that passed through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen. zacks.com - 3 weeks ago
APUS Appoints Dr. Nicholas Wernicki as New Dean for the School of Arts, Humanities, and Education CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS)  has named Dr. Nicholas Wernicki the Dean of its Arts, Humanities, and Education School, effective as of May 22. prnewswire.com - 3 weeks ago
American Public Education Announces Upcoming Conference Participation CHARLES TOWN, W.V., May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI), a portfolio of education companies providing online and campus-based postsecondary education and career learning to over 125,000 students through four subsidiary institutions, today announced its upcoming investor conference participation schedule. prnewswire.com - 1 month ago
APEI Stock Soars 13% After Q1 Earnings: Still a Buy or Fold? American Public Education, Inc.'s APEI shares have moved up 12.6% since it released its first-quarter 2025 results on May 12, 2025, significantly outperforming the Zacks Schools industry, the broader Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector and the S&P 500 Index. The detailed price performance is shown in the chart below. zacks.com - 1 month ago
5 Leading School Stocks to Buy in the Evolving Education Market These school stocks are thriving as education pivots toward career-ready skills and digital learning, innovative teaching platforms - LRN, LAUR, PRDO, LINC and APEI. zacks.com - 1 month ago
Is American Public Education (APEI) Outperforming Other Consumer Discretionary Stocks This Year? Here is how American Public Education (APEI) and Playa Hotels & Resorts (PLYA) have performed compared to their sector so far this year. zacks.com - 1 month ago
8. Profile Summary

American Public Education, Inc. APEI

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COUNTRY US
INDUSTRY Education & Training Services
MARKET CAP $ 537 M
Dividend Yield 0.36%
Description 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.
Contact 111 West Congress Street, Charles Town, WV, 25414 https://www.apei.com
IPO Date Nov. 9, 2007
Employees 2493
Officers Mr. Thomas A. Beckett J.D. Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary Mr. Andy McShane Senior Vice President of Engagement, Automation & Performance Analytics Mr. Gary Janson Senior Vice President of Growth, Financial Planning & Analysis Ms. Tanya J. Axenson Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resource Officer Ms. Karmela Gaffney Senior Vice President & CMO Mr. Steven M. Somers C.F.A. Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer and Acting President of GS USA Mr. Richard W. Sunderland Jr., CPA Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Ms. Angela K. Selden President, Chief Executive Officer & Director Mr. Craig S. MacGibbon Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer Mr. Nuno S. Fernandes President of American Public University