Laureate Education Stock Soars 10.08% to Hit Intraday High of $32.41

Laureate Education, Inc. has experienced significant activity today, with the stock surging by 10.08% and reaching an intraday high of USD 32.41. This performance stands in contrast to the S&P 500, which remained flat at -0.0% for the day. Over the past week, Laureate has shown a solid gain of 6.75%, while its one-year performance reflects a remarkable increase of 104.31%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500's 18.13% gain.
The company, classified as a small-cap entity with a market capitalization of USD 5,441 million, demonstrates a strong ability to service its debt, evidenced by a low Debt to EBITDA ratio of 0.35 times. Despite facing challenges with net sales growth, which has declined at an annual rate of -12.21% over the last five years, Laureate's return on capital employed (ROCE) stands at an attractive 36.60%.

Additionally, promoter confidence appears to be rising, as stakeholders have increased their holdings by 1.29% in the last quarter. This activity, combined with a PEG ratio of 0.1 and a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.00, positions Laureate Education, Inc. as a noteworthy player in the miscellaneous industry.