G8 Education Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 0/6
G8 Education's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -8.4%, while the Consumer Services industry saw earnings growing at 14.6% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 4.2% per year.
Key information
-8.43%
Earnings growth rate
-7.69%
EPS growth rate
| Consumer Services Industry Growth | 17.62% |
| Revenue growth rate | 4.20% |
| Return on equity | -57.70% |
| Net Margin | -32.03% |
| Next Earnings Update | 25 Aug 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 16
GEM: Index Inclusion And Reset Expectations Will Set Stage For Earnings Upside
Analysts have cut their price target for G8 Education from A$0.43 to A$0.25, citing softer assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples, along with a slightly higher discount rate. What's in the News G8 Education Limited (ASX:GEM) has been added to the S&P/ASX Emerging Companies Index, which may put the stock on the radar of index-tracking funds and benchmark-focused investors (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 28
GEM: Reset Expectations And Impairment Will Set Stage For Earnings Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on G8 Education to A$0.43 per share, citing revised assumptions around future earnings and valuation multiples reflected in the updated fair value and P/E inputs. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary frames the revised A$0.43 price target as a recalibration of expectations rather than a simple call on the share price, with analysts weighing both execution risks and potential upside in G8 Education's earnings profile and valuation.
Narrative Update • Apr 14
GEM: Future Earnings Will Reflect Goodwill Impairment Reset And Potential Repricing Opportunity
Analysts have trimmed their price target on G8 Education to A$0.38, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts are flagging G8 Education as a higher risk idea at the current A$0.38 price target, with recent research pointing to a more cautious stance on valuation and execution.Narrative Update • Mar 30
GEM: Downgrade And Goodwill Impairment Will Reset Expectations For Future Recovery
Analysts have trimmed their price target on G8 Education to A$X.X0 from A$Y.Y0, citing the recent downgrade and concerns highlighted in Street research about the company's near term operating outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around the downgrade focuses on how G8 Education balances its valuation with execution risks in the near term.Narrative Update • Mar 16
GEM: Lower Fair Value And Impairment Charge Will Reset Earnings Base
Analysts have trimmed their price target for G8 Education from A$0.73 to A$0.43. This reflects updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, as highlighted in recent Street research downgrades.Narrative Update • Mar 02
GEM: Future Earnings Will Reflect Cautious Assumptions And Potential Repricing Opportunity
Narrative Update on G8 Education Analysts have cut their fair value estimate for G8 Education from A$0.72 to A$0.38, reflecting updated expectations for lower revenue growth, a slightly slimmer profit margin, a reduced future P/E and a higher required return following recent research downgrades. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts recently cut their fair value assumptions for G8 Education to A$0.38, citing a mix of softer revenue expectations, slimmer margins and a lower future P/E.Analysis Article • Feb 16
G8 Education Limited (ASX:GEM) Looks Inexpensive After Falling 30% But Perhaps Not Attractive Enough
The G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a substantial...Narrative Update • Feb 16
GEM: Higher Risk Buffer Will Support Gradual Recovery Despite Recent Downgrade
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for G8 Education from A$0.89 to A$0.73, attributing the lower price target to a higher assumed discount rate, more conservative revenue growth expectations, and updated P/E and margin assumptions following recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent research on G8 Education highlights a mix of optimism about the company’s positioning and caution around execution and valuation.
Narrative Update • Feb 02
GEM: Refined Growth Assumptions Will Still Support Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on G8 Education slightly to A$1.30, following minor adjustments to revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, while keeping their overall fair value view broadly unchanged. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Kept unchanged at A$1.30, indicating no shift in the overall valuation anchor.Narrative Update • Jan 19
GEM: Slightly Softer Assumptions Will Still Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on G8 Education slightly to reflect minor changes to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions. These revisions result in a modestly lower implied valuation in Australian dollar terms.Narrative Update • Jan 04
GEM Will Offer Upside As Modestly Higher Risk Is Rewarded
Analysts have reduced their price target for G8 Education from A$1.70 to A$1.30, citing slightly higher perceived risk, more subdued revenue growth expectations, and softer projected profit margins and valuation multiples. Valuation Changes The fair value estimate has fallen significantly from A$1.70 to A$1.30, reflecting a more cautious assessment of the company’s outlook.Narrative Update • Dec 17
GEM Will Reflect Moderated Revenue Prospects And Softer Margins Ahead
Analysts have trimmed their price target on G8 Education to reflect a fair value reduction to approximately 0.72 Australian dollars from about 0.90, citing slightly higher perceived risk, more muted revenue growth expectations and softer profit margin forecasts, which are partially offset by a modestly higher future earnings multiple. Valuation Changes Fair Value: reduced notably from A$0.90 to A$0.72 per share, implying a lower central valuation estimate.Narrative Update • Dec 03
GEM: Lower Risk Assumptions Will Support Gradual Recovery Despite Near-Term Uncertainty
Analysts have marginally increased their price target on G8 Education by highlighting a slightly lower discount rate alongside steady expectations for revenue growth and profit margins, supporting a modest uplift in the stock's assessed fair value in Australian dollar terms. Valuation Changes Fair Value is unchanged at A$0.89 per share, indicating the modest uplift is driven by risk assumptions rather than cash flow revisions.Narrative Update • Nov 19
GEM: Strengthening Occupancy Rates Will Support Recovery Despite Short-Term Uncertainty
Analysts have lowered their price target for G8 Education from A$1.49 to A$1.06, citing concerns about the challenging operating environment and uncertainties related to potential liabilities. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary from market analysts reflects a balanced yet cautious stance toward G8 Education, with a mix of optimism regarding long-term fundamentals and concern over current operational and legal challenges.Analysis Article • Nov 04
Earnings Working Against G8 Education Limited's (ASX:GEM) Share Price
G8 Education Limited's ( ASX:GEM ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 7.6x might make it look like a strong buy...Narrative Update • Nov 04
GEM: Occupancy Recovery Forecast Will Drive Long-Term Upside Despite Near-Term Risks
G8 Education Price Target Lowered Amid Uncertain Near-Term Outlook Analysts have reduced their price target for G8 Education from A$1.10 to A$0.98. They cite a challenging operating environment and heightened uncertainty over potential liabilities as key factors behind a more cautious valuation.Analysis Article • Aug 29
Analysts Have Been Trimming Their G8 Education Limited (ASX:GEM) Price Target After Its Latest Report
G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell 7.6% to...Narrative Update • Aug 27
Government Investment In Kindergarten Programs Will Drive Higher Occupancy Rates
Analysts have revised G8 Education’s price target down from A$1.36 to A$1.15, citing delayed occupancy improvements, heightened legal and reputational risks, and increased uncertainty in the near-term outlook. Analyst Commentary Analysts see improvement in occupancy rates likely not materializing until calendar year 2026.Analysis Article • Jul 21
Earnings Working Against G8 Education Limited's (ASX:GEM) Share Price Following 25% Dive
The G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a substantial...Analysis Article • Mar 03
G8 Education (ASX:GEM) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At A$0.035
G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) has announced that it will be increasing its periodic dividend on the 3rd of April to...
New Narrative • Feb 09
Optimizing Childcare Portfolio And Digital Adoption Will Boost Future Earnings
Portfolio optimization and fee increases should improve occupancy, revenue, and net margins, boosting overall earnings.Analysis Article • Aug 23
G8 Education Limited Just Missed EPS By 18%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Shareholders might have noticed that G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) filed its half-yearly result this time last week...Analysis Article • Mar 05
G8 Education (ASX:GEM) Is Paying Out A Larger Dividend Than Last Year
The board of G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) has announced that the dividend on 4th of April will be increased to...Analysis Article • Dec 19
Be Wary Of G8 Education (ASX:GEM) And Its Returns On Capital
Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? One common approach...Analysis Article • Oct 26
If EPS Growth Is Important To You, G8 Education (ASX:GEM) Presents An Opportunity
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...Analysis Article • Aug 28
G8 Education (ASX:GEM) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To A$0.015
G8 Education Limited's ( ASX:GEM ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to A$0.015...Analysis Article • Dec 14
Here's Why G8 Education (ASX:GEM) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • May 18
A Look At The Fair Value Of G8 Education Limited (ASX:GEM)
How far off is G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) from its intrinsic value? Using the most recent financial data, we'll...Analysis Article • Apr 13
Should You Think About Buying G8 Education Limited (ASX:GEM) Now?
While G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it saw significant share...Analysis Article • Feb 22
Some Investors May Be Worried About G8 Education's (ASX:GEM) Returns On Capital
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term? One...Analysis Article • Oct 08
We Think G8 Education (ASX:GEM) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Sep 17
Is It Time To Consider Buying G8 Education Limited (ASX:GEM)?
While G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it saw a decent share...Analysis Article • May 02
G8 Education Limited (ASX:GEM) Shares Could Be 28% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Does the May share price for G8 Education Limited ( ASX:GEM ) reflect what it's really worth? Today, we will estimate...Analysis Article • Apr 10
We Think G8 Education (ASX:GEM) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Mar 11
Here's What To Make Of G8 Education's (ASX:GEM) Returns On Capital
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Typically, we'll want to notice a...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How G8 Education makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 25 | 947 | -303 | 580 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 973 | -117 | 594 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 999 | 70 | 607 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 1,007 | 69 | 615 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 1,015 | 68 | 623 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 1,012 | 64 | 621 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 1,009 | 61 | 618 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 996 | 59 | 612 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 983 | 56 | 605 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 962 | 50 | 595 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 940 | 43 | 586 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 921 | 40 | 574 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 901 | 37 | 563 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 881 | 34 | 553 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 861 | 31 | 543 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 864 | 38 | 541 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 866 | 46 | 540 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 878 | 62 | 617 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 890 | 79 | 693 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 833 | -55 | 562 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 776 | -189 | 431 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 786 | -200 | 220 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 795 | -211 | 9 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 856 | -80 | 12 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 917 | 52 | 15 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 903 | 60 | 39 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 890 | 67 | 62 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 873 | 69 | 85 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 856 | 72 | 109 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 839 | 73 | 106 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 822 | 74 | 103 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 809 | 77 | 100 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 796 | 81 | 98 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 790 | 83 | 95 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 785 | 86 | 93 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 780 | 83 | 91 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 775 | 80 | 88 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 758 | 83 | 86 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 740 | 85 | 84 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 713 | 87 | 81 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 687 | 89 | 78 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 643 | 77 | 74 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 599 | 65 | 70 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: GEM is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: GEM is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: GEM is unprofitable, and losses have increased over the past 5 years at a rate of 8.4% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare GEM's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: GEM is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Consumer Services industry (-0.9%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: GEM has a negative Return on Equity (-57.7%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/31 11:56 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
G8 Education Limited is covered by 12 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Silvia Spadea | BofA Global Research |
| Cameron Bell | Canaccord Genuity |
| Scott Hudson | CLSA |