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Throughout the last three months, 5 analysts have evaluated American Public Education (NASDAQ: APEI), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
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| Total Ratings | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $39.8, a high estimate of $46.00, and a low estimate of $36.00. This current average reflects an increase of 12.11% from the previous average price target of $35.50.
A clear picture of American Public Education's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
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| Luke Horton | Northland Capital Markets | Raises | Outperform | $46.00 | $38.00 |
| Alexander Paris | Barrington Research | Raises | Outperform | $40.00 | $36.00 |
| Tom White | DA Davidson | Announces | Buy | $40.00 | - |
| Alexander Paris | Barrington Research | Raises | Outperform | $36.00 | $32.00 |
| Raj Sharma | B. Riley Securities | Raises | Buy | $37.00 | $36.00 |
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of American Public Education's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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American Public Education Inc provides online and campus based postsecondary education including various undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The fields of study include business administration, health science, technology, criminal justice, education, liberal arts, national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security. There are three reporting segments: the American Public University segment which is the key revenue generator; the Rasmussen University Segment and the Hondros College of Nursing segment. The revenue is generated from net course registrations and enrollment, tuition rate, net tuition, and other fees.
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: American Public Education's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 6.46%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: American Public Education's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -0.2%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): American Public Education's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -0.12%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): American Public Education's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.06%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.72, American Public Education adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
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