Lake Street Initiates Coverage, Sees Potential Upside for APEI
On April 25, 2025, Lake Street announced that it has initiated coverage of American Public Education (NasdaqGS: APEI) with a Buy recommendation.
Analyst Price Forecast Indicates 7.85% Upside
As of April 24, 2025, the average one-year price target for American Public Education stands at $25.84 per share. Predictions vary, with a low of $24.24 and a high of $29.40. This average price target suggests a potential increase of 7.85% from the latest reported closing price of $23.96 per share.
Financial Projections and Revenue Growth
The projected annual revenue for American Public Education is $654 million, reflecting a growth of 4.71% year-over-year. Additionally, the projected annual non-GAAP EPS is estimated at $0.31.
Fund Sentiment Analysis
Currently, 283 funds or institutions have reported positions in American Public Education, marking an increase of 12 owners or 4.43% in the last quarter. The average portfolio weight of all funds dedicated to APEI is 0.16%, which is up by 54.98%. In total, institutional ownership rose by 4.02% in the last three months, reaching 19,254,000 shares. The put/call ratio for APEI is 0.62, signifying a bullish sentiment among investors.
Institutional Shareholder Updates
325 Capital holds 2,270,000 shares, representing 12.59% ownership of the company, with no changes noted in the last quarter.
Redwood Capital Management owns 1,261,000 shares, accounting for 6.99% of the company, also showing no change in the last quarter.
Prescott Group Capital Management, L.L.C. holds 1,255,000 shares, reflecting 6.96% ownership, maintaining its position without alteration.
Bank of America increased its holdings slightly, now owning 971,000 shares, or 5.38% of the company, up from 970,000 shares—a 0.09% increase. The firm boosted its portfolio allocation in APEI by 47.91% over the past quarter.
Renaissance Technologies holds 945,000 shares, making up 5.24% of ownership. This represents a decrease from 968,000 shares, a reduction of 2.48%. Nevertheless, the firm raised its portfolio allocation in APEI by 40.47% in the last quarter.
Company Background
American Public Education, Inc. is a prominent provider of higher education, focused on preparing students worldwide for success in various fields. APEI offers respected, innovative, and affordable academic programs and services through its subsidiaries: American Public University System and National Education Seminars Inc. (Hondros College of Nursing). Together, these institutions serve over 88,000 adult learners globally, providing more than 220 degree and certificate programs in diverse areas including homeland security, military studies, business, and nursing.
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