American Public [APEI] vs Strategic Education [STRA] Detailed Stock Comparison
American Public
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Strategic Education
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: American Public wins in 7 metrics, Strategic Education wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. Strategic Education appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | American Public | Strategic Education | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 32.95 | 17.22 | Strategic Education |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.32 | 1.18 | Strategic Education |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 71.87 | 7.22 | Strategic Education |
| PEG Ratio | -0.46 | 1.70 | American Public |
| EV/EBITDA | 9.62 | 8.99 | Strategic Education |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 4.44% | 9.27% | Strategic Education |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 4.34% | 15.10% | Strategic Education |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 4.34% | 15.10% | Strategic Education |
| Return on Equity | 10.20% | 6.89% | American Public |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 5.95% | 4.91% | American Public |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $27.79M | $128.75M | Strategic Education |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 4.05% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 133.68% | -13.00% | American Public |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.98 | 1.59 | American Public |
| Enterprise Value | $665.90M | $1.91B | Strategic Education |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.03 | 1.54 | American Public |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 51.82% | 48.31% | American Public |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $36 | $53 | Strategic Education |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.06 | $4.81 | Strategic Education |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.62 | 0.69 | Strategic Education |
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American Public vs Strategic Education Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Public | 0.68% | 9.92% | 20.09% | 29.47% | 58.40% | 67.22% |
| Strategic Education | 0.39% | -2.43% | 3.54% | -3.52% | 1.74% | -12.18% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Public | 133.68% | 276.33% | 27.33% | 50.28% | 10.50% | -1.31% |
| Strategic Education | -13.00% | 30.21% | -14.59% | 41.80% | -53.51% | -10.26% |
News Based Sentiment: American Public vs Strategic Education
American Public
News based Sentiment: MIXED
American Public Education reported a positive earnings surprise and continues to attract institutional investment, indicating underlying confidence. However, the emergence of several bearish technical indicators introduces uncertainty and suggests a cautious approach for investors. The combination of positive fundamentals and negative technicals creates a mixed investment picture.
Strategic Education
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
Strategic Education delivered a positive Q2 earnings report, maintained a 'Buy' rating from analysts, and saw insider buying activity, indicating a generally favorable outlook for the company. While some divergence exists in analyst price targets, the overall sentiment is positive, suggesting a strengthening investment case.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: American Public vs Strategic Education
| Metric | APEI | STRA |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $640.48M | $1.98B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 250,572 | 159,290 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 266,491 | 151,737 |
| Last Close | $35.69 | $81.43 |
| 52 Week Range | $13.45 - $35.97 | $72.25 - $104.51 |
| % from 52W High | -0.78% | -22.08% |
| All-Time High | $53.24 (Sep 15, 2008) | $262.44 (Apr 19, 2010) |
| % from All-Time High | -32.96% | -68.97% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.07% | 0.03% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 11.12% | 0.08% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.09% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.15% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.10% | 0.07% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 71.87 | 7.22 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $15.07 | $70.31 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $9.68 | $6.97 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $67.48M | $166.26M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $76.75M | $125.36M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 4.05% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $3.00 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: American Public vs Strategic Education
| Metric | APEI | STRA |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 32.95 | 17.22 |
| Forward P/E | 25.50 | 14.90 |
| PEG Ratio | -0.46 | 1.70 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.98 | 1.59 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.32 | 1.18 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $640.48M | $1.98B |
| Enterprise Value | $665.90M | $1.91B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.03 | 1.54 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 9.62 | 8.99 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.62 | 0.69 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $15.07 | $70.31 |
Financial Statements Comparison: American Public vs Strategic Education
Financial Metrics
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Operating Margin
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Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | APEI | STRA |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $164.55M | $303.59M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $74.94M | $158.29M |
| Gross Profit | $89.61M | $145.30M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $14.00M | $41.71M |
| EBITDA | $18.00M | $54.82M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $11.36M | $42.01M |
| Income Tax | $2.47M | $12.26M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $8.89M | $29.74M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | APEI | STRA |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $161.60M | $144.22M |
| Total Current Assets | $272.51M | $328.29M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $83.43M | $259.44M |
| Long-Term Debt | $185.22M | $99.41M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $310.01M | $1.64B |
| Retained Earnings | $-34.34M | $225.44M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $165.69M | $209.97M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | APEI | STRA |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $39.61M | $67.17M |
| Capital Expenditures | $500,000 | $-10.32M |
| Free Cash Flow | $33.10M | $57.34M |
| Debt Repayment | $-53,000 | N/A |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-3.69M | $-32.03M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | APEI | STRA |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.30M | 695,684 |
| Short Ratio | 5.09 | 4.25 |
| Short % of Float | 0.09% | 0.04% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 250,572 | 159,290 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 266,491 | 151,737 |
| Shares Outstanding | 17.71M | 24.50M |
| Float Shares | 13.43M | 22.79M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.05% | 0.03% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.05% | 0.95% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: American Public vs Strategic Education
| Metric | APEI | STRA |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $3.00 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 4.05% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $2.60 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.71% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $7.80 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Sep 05, 2025 |