LOPE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
LOPE - Grand Canyon Education, Inc
$160.45
-0.29 (-0.18%)
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5d:
-2.45%
30d:
-5.61%
90d:
+2.02%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 12, 2026
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Strength: 5.3/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: LOPE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.7% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: LOPE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.7% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$258.40
Based on 7.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$160.45
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 15.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: LOPE is currently trading at $160.45, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $163.46 to $171.82. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.1) compared to its historical average (15.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 11.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LOPE is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $157.39. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: LOPE has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (8th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $214.00 (+33.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, LOPE is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $157.39. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: LOPE has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (8th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $214.00 (+33.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$163.46 -
$171.82
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
8th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
65.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 8th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.4% below Wall St target ($214.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$163.46 -
$171.82
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$7.98
(5.0%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$157.39
Resistance Level
$174.75
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.13
Wall Street Target
$214.00
(+33.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
11.1%
Profit Margin
19.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.1 vs 15.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$154.51
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$148.80
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$143.29
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→16)
$160.22
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 11.2%)
$344.26
(+115%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.1, Growth: 11.2%)
$220.71
(+38%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.0, Growth: 11.2%)
$187.60
(+17%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.12 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.99
Bull Case
$251.28
(+57%)
Analyst growth 42.1%, PE expands to 22.1
Base Case
$228.44
(+42%)
Market implied 42.1%, PE stable at 20.1
Bear Case
$109.30
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 14.1 to 15.8
Stabilization Target:
$179.41
(+11.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.8%
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Last updated: May 14, 2026 6:57 PM ET
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