Quarterly ResultApr 30, 2026, 07:22 AM
LAUR Q1 Revenue +15%; FY26 Adj. EPS Guidance Raised on Buybacks
AI Summary
Laureate Education, Inc. reported Q1 2026 financial results, with revenue increasing 15% to $272.6 million, though constant currency revenue was up 1% due to academic calendar timing. The company posted an operating loss of $(27.5) million and a net loss of $(21.6) million. Despite the Q1 losses, new enrollments grew 9% and total enrollments increased 6%. The company completed $105 million in share repurchases during the quarter, leading to an increase in its full-year 2026 Adjusted Earnings Per Share guidance to $2.00 - $2.08.
Key Highlights
- New enrollments increased 9% in Q1 2026 compared to Q1 2025.
- Total enrollments increased 6% in Q1 2026 compared to Q1 2025.
- Q1 2026 revenue increased 15% to $272.6 million (1% constant currency).
- Q1 2026 operating loss was $(27.5) million, compared to $(13.2) million in Q1 2025.
- Q1 2026 net loss was $(21.6) million, compared to $(19.6) million in Q1 2025.
- Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA was $(2.3) million, down from $5.4 million in Q1 2025.
- Completed $105 million in share repurchases during Q1 2026.
- Increased full-year 2026 Adjusted EPS guidance to $2.00 - $2.08 per share.