Laureate Education Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
Laureate Education's CEO is Eilif Serck-Hanssen, appointed in Jan 2018, has a tenure of 8.33 years. total yearly compensation is $10.98M, comprised of 9.1% salary and 90.9% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.84% of the company’s shares, worth $38.17M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.3 years and 9.2 years respectively.
Key information
Eilif Serck-Hanssen
Chief executive officer
US$11.0m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 9.11% |
| CEO tenure | 8.3yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.8% |
| Management average tenure | 3.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 9.2yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 28
LAUR: Index Additions And Buyback Expansion Will Support Bullish Outlook
Analysts now hold Laureate Education's fair value estimate steady at $36.50, citing only small adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions in their price target work. What's in the News Laureate Education, Inc.Narrative Update • Apr 14
LAUR: Index Additions And 2026 Revenue Guidance Will Shape Earnings Outlook
Analysts have kept their $36.50 price target for Laureate Education unchanged, citing relatively steady assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as the basis for their view. What's in the News Laureate Education, Inc.Seeking Alpha • Apr 01
Laureate Education Teaches What Value Is
Summary Laureate Education is a leading for-profit education provider in Mexico and Peru, showing robust organic growth and operational expansion. Revenue grew from $1.48 billion in 2023 to $1.70 billion in 2025, with net income nearly tripling and strong cash flow improvements. Management guides for 2026 revenue of $1.89–$1.91 billion and EBITDA of $583–$593 million, with enrollment expected to grow 4.2% year over year. I rate LAUR a "Buy" due to its attractive valuation, demographic tailwinds, and resilient long-term growth prospects despite short-term margin fluctuations. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Mar 31
LAUR: Index Additions And 2026 Guidance Will Shape Earnings Quality Outlook
Analysts have maintained their $36.50 price target for Laureate Education, with slight tweaks to assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E helping to support that steady view. What's in the News Laureate Education, Inc.
Narrative Update • Mar 17
LAUR: Expanded Buybacks Will Support Future Upside For Shares
Analysts now estimate Laureate Education's fair value at $39.58 per share, up from $38.17 previously. This reflects updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and a future P/E of about 16.27x, along with a slightly higher discount rate.Narrative Update • Mar 03
LAUR: Share Repurchases And 2026 Guidance Will Support Stronger Earnings Quality
Analysts have raised their price target on Laureate Education from $19.50 to $36.50, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that they view as better aligned with the company’s current profile. What's in the News Laureate Education issued full year 2026 revenue guidance in a range of $1.89 billion to $1.905 billion, with reported growth of 11% to 12% and organic constant currency growth of 6% to 7% versus 2025 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Feb 16
LAUR: Lower Discount Rate And Higher P E Multiple Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target on Laureate Education higher to $38.17. This reflects slightly lower discount rate assumptions, a modestly adjusted revenue growth outlook, a small uplift in expected profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple in their models.
Narrative Update • Feb 02
LAUR: Stronger Margins And Lower Discount Rate Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Laureate Education from US$40.00 to US$43.00, citing refreshed assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin, discount rate and future P/E that together point to a higher implied valuation range. Valuation Changes Fair value estimate raised from US$40.00 to US$43.00, reflecting a modest uplift in the implied valuation range.Narrative Update • Jan 19
LAUR: Expanded Buybacks And 2025 Guidance Will Support Balanced Future Returns
Analysts have lifted their price target on Laureate Education to US$38.17 from US$36.83, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E levels that support a modestly higher valuation. What's in the News Laureate Education updated its full year 2025 earnings guidance, with revenues now expected in the range of US$1.681b to US$1.686b, reflecting 7% to 8% as reported and approximately 8% organic constant currency growth versus 2024 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 05
LAUR: Higher Margins And Buybacks Will Support Stronger Future Upside Potential
Analysts now place their price target fair value for Laureate Education at $40.00, up from $27.00, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate and future P/E as the main drivers of the change. What's in the News Laureate Education updated its earnings guidance for 2025, with revenues now expected in a range of $1,681 million to $1,686 million, reflecting 7% to 8% growth on an as reported basis and approximately 8% growth on an organic constant currency basis versus 2024 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Dec 20
LAUR: Expanded Buybacks And 2025 Guidance Will Support Balanced Future Returns
Analysts have nudged their price target for Laureate Education slightly higher to approximately 36.83 dollars from 36.00 dollars. This reflects modestly lower perceived risk, a slightly richer future earnings multiple, and continued expectations for solid long term revenue growth and profitability.Narrative Update • Dec 06
LAUR: Expanded Buybacks And 2025 Guidance Will Drive Share Upside
Narrative Update Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Laureate Education to $36.00, citing slightly higher discount rate and future P/E assumptions while maintaining their fair value view. What's in the News Laureate Education raised its full year 2025 revenue guidance to a range of $1,681 million to $1,686 million, implying 7% to 8% reported growth and about 8% organic constant currency growth versus 2024 (company guidance filing).Analysis Article • Nov 27
We Think Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Narrative Update • Nov 22
LAUR: Equity Buyback Expansion Will Drive Value In 2025
Analysts have raised their price target for Laureate Education from $34.20 to $36.00. They cited improved projections for revenue growth and profit margins in their updated outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 03
LAUR: Increased Buyback Authorization And Margin Gains Will Drive Outperformance
Analysts have raised their price target on Laureate Education to $34.20 from $33.80. They cite stronger revenue growth and higher profit margin forecasts as the main drivers for the upward revision.Narrative Update • Oct 20
Campus Expansion In Mexico And Peru Will Elevate Digital Learning
Analysts have raised their price target for Laureate Education from $31.00 to $33.80 per share. They cited expectations for higher revenue growth and a slightly lower discount rate in their updated outlook.Narrative Update • Oct 05
Campus Expansion In Mexico And Peru Will Elevate Digital Learning
Analysts have raised their price target for Laureate Education from $29.40 to $31.00 per share, citing modest improvements in projected profit margins and fair value estimates. What's in the News From April 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025, Laureate Education repurchased 1,480,000 shares for $28.55 million, completing a total buyback of 3,774,000 shares for $72.42 million under the repurchase program announced on September 13, 2024 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Sep 20
Campus Expansion In Mexico And Peru Will Elevate Digital Learning
The modest increase in Laureate Education’s consensus price target to $29.40 appears primarily driven by an expansion in its forward P/E multiple, as revenue growth forecasts remain largely steady. What's in the News Repurchased 1,480,000 shares (0.99%) for $28.55 million from April 1 to June 30, 2025, completing 3,774,000 shares (2.52%) for $72.42 million under the ongoing buyback program.Analysis Article • Aug 28
Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Analysis Article • Jun 18
There Is A Reason Laureate Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LAUR) Price Is Undemanding
Laureate Education, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:LAUR ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 11.6x might make it look like a buy...Seeking Alpha • Apr 22
Laureate Education: An Impressive Turnaround Story But Price Doesn't Compensate For The Risk Associated With It
Summary Laureate's strategy to refocus on geographic markets with superior profitability and market leadership has resulted in an impressive turnaround for the company. Refocusing Peru and Mexico enables Laureate to take advantage of its economies of scale and reputation in these regions, resulting in high returns on capital and superior profitability. Despite the impressive turnaround and attractive high returns on capital, I believe Laureate's current market valuation doesn't compensate for the risk associated with Peru and Mexico. Due to currency and geographical risk, as well as higher cost of capital, Laureate needs to sell at a higher earnings yield to compensate for these risks. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Apr 22
With EPS Growth And More, Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) Makes An Interesting Case
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 • Mar 07
Laureate Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LAUR) Business And Shares Still Trailing The Market
Laureate Education, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:LAUR ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 9.9x might make it look like a buy...Analysis Article • Feb 19
Is Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) A Risky Investment?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Seeking Alpha • Feb 14
Laureate Education: Strong Performance Ahead Of Q4 Earnings
Summary Laureate Education is a mid-cap stock focused on higher education in Peru and Mexico, with strong market growth projections of 9.3% and 11.5% CAGR, respectively. The stock has risen by 43.13% over the past year, outperforming the S&P 500's 33.62% increase, driven by strong financial performance and growth opportunities. The company benefits from the growing demand for affordable private higher education in both campus and online formats. Despite the cyclical nature of education stocks, Laureate Education has shown improved revenue and gross profit over the last three quarters, positioning it for continued growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 05
Laureate Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LAUR) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 49% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights The projected fair value for Laureate Education is US$28.87 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Jan 10
Here's Why Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • Dec 14
Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAUR)?
Laureate Education, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LAUR ), is not the largest company out there, but it led the NASDAQGS gainers with a...Analysis Article • Nov 24
Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAUR) Stock Catapults 28% Though Its Price And Business Still Lag The Market
Laureate Education, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LAUR ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 28% share price jump in...Analysis Article • Nov 01
Laureate Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LAUR) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 70% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights The projected fair value for Laureate Education is US$29.26 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Oct 15
We Think Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) 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 11
Should You Be Adding Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) To Your Watchlist Today?
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
New Narrative • Sep 10
Share Repurchases And Latin American Growth To Propel Company's Earnings And Share Value
Continuous product innovation and digital expansion are set to attract more students, boosting enrollments and revenues across key markets.Analysis Article • Aug 24
Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAUR) Could Be Riskier Than It Looks
Laureate Education, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:LAUR ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 11.6x might make it look like a buy...Analysis Article • Aug 05
Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAUR)?
Laureate Education, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LAUR ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...Seeking Alpha • Aug 01
Laureate Education: Attractive Valuation And Growth Drivers Ahead
Summary Laureate is a leading player in Mexico and Peru's higher education market, offering traditional, hybrid and online education opportunities. Underpenetrated markets in Mexico and Peru offer significant expansion opportunities, plus the shift to hybrid/online learning that could help margins. The company is currently undervalued (40-60% upside from current levels) trading at low multiples despite strong fundamentals and growth prospects. There are potential value accredited M&A options, in case asset divestment can create value in the near future. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jun 30
We Think Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Jun 12
Here's Why Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • May 24
The Compensation For Laureate Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LAUR) CEO Looks Deserved And Here's Why
Key Insights Laureate Education will host its Annual General Meeting on 30th of May CEO Eilif Serck-Hanssen's total...Seeking Alpha • May 22
Laureate Education: Leading Universities In Peru And Mexico
Summary LAUR has shown strong revenue growth and expanding profit margins over the past three years. The company's 1Q24 earnings continued to deliver top-line growth, despite it being a weaker revenue quarter. The low higher education gross participation rate, strong incentives to attend tertiary education, and large market share for private institutions are expected to strengthen LAUR's growth outlook. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 21
These 4 Measures Indicate That Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Mar 04
Here's Why We Think Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) Is Well Worth Watching
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Jan 03
Laureate Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:LAUR) Price In Tune With Earnings
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 16x, you may...Analysis Article • Dec 10
Are Investors Undervaluing Laureate Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:LAUR) By 48%?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Laureate Education is US$26.44 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$280m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$11m | US$1m | US$282m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$203m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$254m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$287m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$5m | US$875k | US$296m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$250m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$201m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$133m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$4m | US$850k | US$117m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$105m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$101m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$80m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$5m | US$850k | US$61m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$22m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$20m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$175m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$7m | US$850k | -US$295m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$534m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$795m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$687m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$5m | US$766k | -US$315m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$10m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$176m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$177m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$5m | US$850k | -US$150m |
Compensation vs Market: Eilif's total compensation ($USD10.98M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD7.18M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Eilif's compensation has increased by more than 20% whilst company earnings have fallen more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Eilif Serck-Hanssen (59 yo)
8.3yrs
Tenure
US$10,975,343
Compensation
Mr. Eilif Serck-Hanssen has been Chief Executive Officer and Director of Laureate Education, Inc. since January 1, 2018 and its President since July 15, 2019. Mr. Serck-Hanssen served as President and Chie...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | 8.3yrs | US$10.98m | 0.84% $ 38.2m | |
| Senior VP & CFO | 5.1yrs | US$1.81m | 0.060% $ 2.8m | |
| Executive VP & COO | 5yrs | US$2.02m | 0.081% $ 3.7m | |
| Senior VP | 2.1yrs | US$1.16m | 0.024% $ 1.1m | |
| VP of Accounting & Global Controller | 5.2yrs | no data | 0.013% $ 592.2k | |
| Senior VP | 1.2yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of People & Culture | 3.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP of Corporate Finance | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Strategy & Transformation | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Chief Executive Officer of Laureate Mexico | no data | no data | no data | |
| CEO of Laureate Peru | 1yr | no data | no data |
3.3yrs
Average Tenure
52yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: LAUR's management team is considered experienced (3.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | 8.3yrs | US$10.98m | 0.84% $ 38.2m | |
| Independent Director | 18.8yrs | US$259.28k | 0.0067% $ 305.0k | |
| Independent Director | 9.1yrs | US$264.28k | 0.071% $ 3.2m | |
| Independent Director | 12.4yrs | US$261.78k | 0.064% $ 2.9m | |
| Independent Director | 9.3yrs | US$235.30k | 0.021% $ 965.5k | |
| Independent Director | 13.2yrs | US$271.78k | 0.082% $ 3.7m | |
| Independent Director | 2yrs | US$251.78k | 0.0044% $ 198.9k | |
| Independent Chair of the Board | 12.9yrs | US$379.42k | 0.037% $ 1.7m | |
| Independent Director | 3yrs | US$244.47k | 0.015% $ 692.4k | |
| Independent Director | 4yrs | US$251.14k | 0.019% $ 879.5k |
9.2yrs
Average Tenure
65yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: LAUR's board of directors are considered experienced (9.2 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 14:15 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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Analyst Sources
Laureate Education, Inc. is covered by 17 analysts. 6 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 |
|---|---|
| Jeffrey Meuler | Baird |
| Alexander Paris | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |
| Jeffrey Silber | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |