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PXED trades 37.1% below Wall Street's consensus target of $38.00.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes PXED achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 6.3x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 5 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of September 9, 2026, Phoenix Education Partners, Inc (PXED) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $38.00, based on estimates from 5 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $27.71, this represents a potential upside of +37.1%. The company has a market capitalization of $999M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $36.00 to a high of $40.00, representing a 11% spread in expectations. The median target of $38.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 4 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,1 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, PXED trades at a trailing P/E of 7.4x and forward P/E of 6.3x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +107.1% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $33.12, with bear and bull scenarios of $20.87 and $43.64 respectively. Model confidence stands at 50/100, reflecting moderate uncertainty in projections.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 PRDOPerdoceo Education Corporation | $2.1B | $33.09 | $44.00 | +33.0% | Hold | 11.3x | 9 |
 LAURLaureate Education, Inc. | $5.1B | $36.38 | $40.83 | +12.2% | Buy | 17.2x | 11 |
 ATGEAdtalem Global Education Inc. | $4.4B | $128.22 | $92.86 | -27.6% | Buy | 15.9x | 3 |
 GHCGraham Holdings Company | $4.9B | $1127.68 | — | — | — | 16.3x | — |
 LOPEGrand Canyon Education, Inc. | $4.0B | $151.53 | $161.67 | +6.7% | Buy | 14.8x | 18 |
 APEIAmerican Public Education, Inc. | $832M | $45.36 | $60.60 | +33.6% | Hold | 17.3x | 19 |
 COURCoursera, Inc. | $1.0B | $5.57 | $7.60 | +36.4% | Buy | 8.8x | 17 |
 STRAStrategic Education, Inc. | $1.9B | $81.44 | $92.00 | +13.0% | Buy | 11.3x | 18 |
 UTIUniversal Technical Institute, Inc. | $1.2B | $21.59 | $42.50 | +96.9% | Buy | 35.7x | 11 |
 LRNStride, Inc. | $3.5B | $82.15 | $107.80 | +31.2% | Hold | 11.6x | 17 |
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PXED stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for PXED is $38, representing 37.1% upside from the current price of $27.71. With 5 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
PXED has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 5 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 4 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $38 implies 37.1% upside from current levels.
With a forward P/E of 6.2621x, PXED trades at a relatively low valuation. The consensus target of $38 implies 37.1% appreciation, suggesting meaningful undervaluation.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $40 for PXED, while the most conservative target is $36. The consensus of $38 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $44 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
PXED is moderately covered, with 5 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 4 have Buy ratings, 1 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month PXED stock forecast based on 5 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $38, with estimates ranging from $36 (bear case) to $40 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $33, with bear/bull scenarios of $21/$44.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates PXED's fair value at $33 (base case), with a bear case of $21 and bull case of $44. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 50/100.
PXED trades at a forward P/E ratio of 6.3x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 7.4x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on PXED, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $38 price target (37.1% upside). 4 of 5 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
PXED analyst price targets range from $36 to $40, a 11% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $38 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $21-$44 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.
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