Laureate Education Inc (LAUR)vsLincoln Educational Services (LINC)
LAUR
Laureate Education Inc
$35.38
+1.75%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $4.96B
LINC
Lincoln Educational Services
$40.84
+3.18%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Laureate Education Inc generates 228% more annual revenue ($1.70B vs $518.24M). LAUR leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 3.9%. LAUR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. LAUR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
LAUR
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
LINC
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.1%
Fair Value
$88.45
Current Price
$35.38
$53.07 discount
Margin of Safety
+10.0%
Fair Value
$29.95
Current Price
$40.84
$10.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.2%
Earnings expanding 88.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Revenue surging 27.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 87.1% YoY
19.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LAUR
The strongest argument for LAUR centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 33.2%. Revenue growth of 27.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LINC
The strongest argument for LINC centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LAUR
No major red flags identified for LAUR, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : LINC
The primary concerns for LINC are Market Cap, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 61.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LINC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
LAUR is growing revenue faster at 27.9% — sustainability is the question.
LAUR generates stronger free cash flow (26M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LAUR scores higher overall (79/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins and 27.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Laureate Education Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Laureate Education, Inc. offers higher education programs and services to students through a network of universities and institutions of higher education. The company is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
Lincoln Educational Services
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES · USA
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation offers various career-oriented postsecondary education services to high school graduates and working adults in the United States. The company is headquartered in West Orange, New Jersey.
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