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Consumer Defensive - Education & Training Services - NASDAQ - US
$ 22.15
0.728 %
$ 399 M
Market Cap
40.27
P/E
1. INTRINSIC VALUE

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one APEI stock under the worst case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 22.1 USD, American Public Education, Inc. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one APEI stock under the base case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 22.1 USD, American Public Education, Inc. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one APEI stock under the best case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 22.1 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%
164 M REVENUE
7.18%
21.5 M OPERATING INCOME
421.55%
13 M NET INCOME
473.12%
1.6 M OPERATING CASH FLOW
-88.64%
-3.35 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
46.86%
-1.55 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
8.91%
Balance Sheet American Public Education, Inc.
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Current Assets 261 M
Cash & Short-Term Investments 159 M
Receivables 62.5 M
Other Current Assets 39.2 M
Non-Current Assets 310 M
Long-Term Investments 0
PP&E 168 M
Other Non-Current Assets 141 M
27.88 %10.96 %6.87 %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 93.6 M
Other Non-Current Liabilities 93.4 M
2.95 %5.09 %21.69 %35.18 %35.09 %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 0
Others 1.74 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 -32.28%
APEI Average Price Target Wall Street Target
18 USD -18.74%
APEI Highest Price Target Wall Street Target
21 USD -5.19%
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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
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169 K USD 3
3-6 MONTHS
11.4 K USD 1
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141 K USD 1
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13.8 M USD 1
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7. News
American Public University System's Esports Program Earns Specialized Accreditation from the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA) The University's Esports Program is the First of its Kind in the United States to Receive this Specialized Accreditation CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA) has awarded specialized accreditation to American Public University System's Bachelor of Science in Esports Program. prnewswire.com - 3 weeks ago
American Public Q4 Earnings & Revenues Top, Enrollment Up Y/Y APEI's fourth-quarter 2024 results reflect robust segmental contributions backed by increased enrollment. Learn more about the factors here. zacks.com - 1 month ago
American Public Education, Inc. Appoints Richard J. Statuto to its Board of Directors A Former Health System CEO, Mr. Statuto Has Over 30 Years of Leadership Experience CHARLES TOWN, W.V. prnewswire.com - 1 month ago
American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 6, 2025 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Brian Prenoveau - IR Angela Selden - President and CEO Rick Sunderland - EVP and CFO Conference Call Participants Stephen Sheldon - William Blair Jasper Bibb - Truist Securities Operator Good afternoon, and thank you for standing by. My name is Kelvin, and I will be your conference operator today. seekingalpha.com - 1 month ago
American Public Education (APEI) Q4 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates While the top- and bottom-line numbers for American Public Education (APEI) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended December 2024, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values. zacks.com - 1 month ago
American Public Education (APEI) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates American Public Education (APEI) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.63 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.54 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.64 per share a year ago. zacks.com - 1 month ago
American Public Education Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results Net Income & Adjusted EBITDA Exceeded Guidance, Driven by Improvement in APUS, Rasmussen and Hondros College of Nursing Segments CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , March 6, 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, has reported unaudited financial and operational results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. prnewswire.com - 1 month ago
American Public University System (APUS) Joins Business-Higher Education Forum (BHEF) to Help Develop Tomorrow's Business Leaders BHEF and APUS Share Common Goals to Solve Talent Gaps in Digital Economy CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Signaling its ongoing commitment to developing tomorrow's business leaders, American Public University System (APUS) has joined the Business-Higher Education Forum ® (BHEF), a nationwide organization that connects forward-looking business and higher education executives to build the future of learning and work. prnewswire.com - 1 month ago
Factors to Note Ahead of American Public's Q4 Earnings Release APEI's fourth-quarter earnings are likely to be hurt by lower GSUSA contribution. zacks.com - 1 month ago
Countdown to American Public Education (APEI) Q4 Earnings: A Look at Estimates Beyond Revenue and EPS Looking beyond Wall Street's top -and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for American Public Education (APEI), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended December 2024. zacks.com - 1 month ago
American Public University System (APUS) Champions Academic Research Globally Innovative Faculty Research Grants and 19 Applied Learning Projects with 50 Students Help Drive the University's Global Digital Journey CHARLES TOWN, W. Va. , Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) proudly celebrates significant academic research advancements, showcasing groundbreaking projects and impactful global collaborations in 2024. prnewswire.com - 1 month ago
American Public Education, Inc. Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Call Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5:00pm ET CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI), a leading education services provider that offers respected, innovative and affordable educational programs and services through its wholly owned subsidiaries will hold a conference call on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time to discuss its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2024. prnewswire.com - 1 month ago
8. Profile Summary

American Public Education, Inc. APEI

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COUNTRY US
INDUSTRY Education & Training Services
MARKET CAP $ 399 M
Dividend Yield 0.38%
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. Andy McShane Senior Vice President of Engagement, Automation & Performance Analytics Mr. Steven M. Somers C.F.A. Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer and Acting President of GS USA Mr. Thomas A. Beckett J.D. Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary Ms. Tanya J. Axenson Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resource Officer Mr. Gary Janson Senior Vice President of Growth, Financial Planning & Analysis Ms. Angela K. Selden President, Chief Executive Officer & Director Mr. Richard W. Sunderland Jr., CPA Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Mr. Nuno S. Fernandes President of American Public University Ms. Karmela Gaffney Senior Vice President & CMO Mr. Craig S. MacGibbon Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer